luxury architect houses for sale Auvergne, France

From any cardinal point from which one comes, one can see only him! Located at the top of a hill and overlooking the valley, its village, and the typical landscapes of the Basses Marches du BOURBONNAIS, this former castle, whose foundations date back to the 15th century, has been completely remodeled in the neo-Gothic style by the famous architect from Moulins, Jean MOREAU, in the second half of the 19th century. Fully built on cellars and on the former kitchen and pantry of the original building, it now includes an elevated ground floor reserved for reception rooms, a library, and the kitchen fitted out in a tower. The first floor, accessed by a stone staircase, is dedicated to 5 bedrooms and a bathroom. On the second floor under the eaves, there is an old painting workshop, 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, and a large attic. The castle is equipped with central heating using fuel but will require work for compliance and comfort. The outbuildings include two accommodations to be completely rehabilitated, a large barn from the 18th century in a state of ruin, an old equipment shed, and a dairy. The whole is sold with a territory of 4.65 hectares, including a park with old trees, a meadow, and the former walled kitchen garden. Price: 477,000 * *Including 6% inclusive of tax fees payable by the buyer calculated on the basis of the net selling price. Price excluding fees: 450,000 - Estimated amount of annual energy expenses for standard use: Between €18,630 and €25,240 per year. Average energy prices indexed as of January 1, 2021 (subscription included)This description has been automatically translated from French.

In the city center of Riom, in the Marthuret district, a private mansion from the 18th century and its vast terrace. Located in a protected area, at the end of a quiet street, the private mansion is part of a small co-ownership. Its design is attributed to Claude-François Legay (1728-1803), the city's architect, but the building, although constructed in the 18th century, seems to rest on older structures, probably medieval. Organized around an inner courtyard, the dwelling reveals, in its center, a small overhanging balcony. On the top level, a terrace of about 75 m² represents a precious uniqueness in the old local urban fabric.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In the midst of the vineyards of Sanpourcinoises, between Moulins and Saint-Pourçain (03, Allier Bourbonnais): a unique and design occupied life estate, astonishing and isolated, glass-steel-concrete loft from 2005, 230 m² on one level in a superb park of 1.6 ha, with views of the Val d'Allier. Rare, original, tempting! A magnificent landscape extends beyond the large windows from three exposures (south, east, north) of this vast, bright, and warm space. Although there is an impression of ample space, one can easily distinguish the "rooms" due to a thoughtfully designed interior layout according to orientations, sophisticated, and vertical lines cutting through the horizontal symmetries. This contemporary residence, built in 2005, was reconstructed on the foundations of an old winemaker's house: the cellar is therefore long, high, and vaulted, where tastings could take place, accessible by a spiral staircase. The ground-level loft: 230 m² of glass, steel, and concrete are revealed with variations in the lines that delineate the spaces; a pyramidal dome adds vertical light to the horizontal rays of the windows (PVC double glazing, tilt-and-turn, electric shutters). One can breathe, far from the idea of the old Bourbonnais home huddled around the hearth, yet the fireplace warms the atmosphere, as does the concrete underfloor heating - decorated or not with colored metallic resin - heating by geothermal energy (reversible in summer, independent thermostat for each room). Similarly, the steel deck ceilings, insulated and covered with waterproofing, as well as the walls lined with an air gap and rock wool (a total of 16 cm of insulation), give a sense of well-being with ideal warmth distributed uniformly; the only solution for winters under more than 4 meters of height. * The entrance (armored steel door) opens before you to the office space (or winter garden) from where the view extends over the park and surrounding forests. * To the right, southeast, the living room area, with a hearth and pyramid of light, "murder holes" to the east, and sliding windows. One of the windows, in aluminum, was to open onto a room housing the pool. This unfinished side still overlooks the foundations of an above-ground pool (8 X 4 delivered, liner and balneo stairs to finish according to taste, covered or not thanks to the building permit). When the vines are not in leaf, one can see the Allier river winding its meanders in the distance. In this southeast living space, approximately 90 m², another bedroom could be separated to the south without detracting from the overall style. * Directly opposite, to the north, the fitted kitchen area, with a central island, where the red of the veneer cabinets enlivens the gray steel structure (all elements from 2005). The kitchen space opens onto a closed back kitchen (sink, cooking, refrigerators, pantry). * On the opposite side, southwest, the "night" areas, cleverly hidden behind doors identical to those of the closets, with ceilings doubling the insulation: - south bedroom 12 m² (closets), view overlooking the park, - large south bedroom (closets), with its shower room and toilets: window to the west, 2 basins, spacious shower. - bathroom/laundry room, 10 m² (west window) - guest toilets with washbasin and window. The rooms have TV sockets, high-speed internet, and VMC. Domotic lighting throughout (remote-controlled for all or part). The exteriors add a supernatural charm to the human enjoyment of the house: colors and outdoor scents complement the sobriety of the interior tones. An exceptional site extends around a centuries-old park, planted with numerous species, opened by a sober gate, which descends from the south to exit to the north, through a small wood of diverse deciduous and coniferous trees. Around the gray walls, the reddish colors of the vineyards, the woods, and the pastel fields in the distance surround the varied greens of cedar trees from Lebanon, Judæan trees, maples, oaks, ashes, linden, birches, acacias, sequoias, Douglas firs, pines, laburnums, sloe bushes, and ornamental flower beds (including old roses). A part in meadow (9,000 m²) allows not only for the view but also the possession of animals. On one side of the park, a 20 m² outbuilding (game room without water) was built next to the double garage. In the park, a well (irrigation outlets). Exterior electricity is planned to illuminate the driveway (installed ducts). The immediate surroundings allow for endless walks in the woods and paths, as well as along the banks of the Allier and its beaches: Val d’Allier Nature Reserve: https://reserves-naturelles.org/reserves/val-dallier/ frequented by thousands of migratory birds. This strange, varied, and isolated paradise is located south of Moulins, the prefecture of Allier (15 minutes), * 5 min from a town with small shops, giving access to various axes of the region: * north-south: D2009 to Saint-Pourçain (12 min) and Clermont-Ferrand (1h) its airport (1h15); D2007 (former N 7) to Vichy (45 min) or Nevers (1h) and Paris (3h); right and left banks of the Allier; * east-west: N145 (RCEA, la Bourbonnaise) towards Burgundy, Switzerland, or Italy (3h), or Berry-Creuse. Information on the risks this property is exposed to is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr Price of the occupied life estate: (*residual value 210,000) Bouquet 60,000, life annuity 548/month fees to be borne by the seller.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Residence: Old farmhouse from the early last century that has undergone careful restoration and remarkable extension, bringing the living area to approximately 380 m². Located within a fully enclosed park of almost 5 hectares, benefiting from the presence of water, this property could perfectly adapt to equestrian use or a tourism project. The original residential house is made of stone and sits on a basement. On the ground floor, a corridor leads to a separate fitted kitchen, a laundry room, and an independent WC on the left, and on the right, a first living room/dining room with direct access to the extension. On the first floor, a landing leads to three bedrooms, an independent WC, and a complete bathroom with a wellness bathtub. The top level is divided into two beautiful attic bedrooms with wall storage. This part has gas heating with a recent condensing boiler. The adjoining outbuildings, made of rammed earth, have been radically redesigned by an architect. The volumes under the exposed beams of the former barn have been preserved to enhance a vast room of approximately 100 m² with more than 7 meters of ceiling height. Bright and airy, it has been perfectly insulated with ecological materials. An overlooking mezzanine, featuring a custom library, provides access to a potentially usable attic space. Adjacent to this is a large master suite of about 86 m², arranged in the original stable, equipped with a private shower room with WC. Both rooms benefit from a double-sided fireplace and underfloor heating by air/air heat pump. Several outbuildings enhance the outdoor spaces, including: - a heated, underground swimming pool measuring 10 x 5 meters, sheltered by a sliding dome, with terrace and solar shower, - a pleasant wrought-iron pergola, - two garages, one with a reserve/workshop that can park four vehicles, - a large parking and storage area, - a room with an old bread oven that can serve as an independent studio, summer kitchen, or office for a liberal profession, - a stable for two horses with a tack room and an outdoor water trough. Land: A part of the land, located along the street serving the property, is buildable. The rest of the parcel, in one single block, is mainly grassland. It is relatively flat and is located in a Natural zone. A body of water is located in the center of the land, surrounded by trees and fed by a spring. A stream that crosses the meadow ensures a permanent water supply. The entire property is enclosed by hornbeam hedges or walls. A first motorized access provides direct access to the south-facing courtyard in front of the house. Two other gates lead directly to the garages and the pastures. Additional elements: Close to the town of Thiers and its motorway access, less than 5 minutes by car from the amenities of Courpière, this well-maintained property could accommodate a new family starting in December 2026. Mission and challenges Safer on this property - Support local development This transmission is in line with the objective of contributing to the development of rural areas by bringing in project developers and meets sustainable development goals by promoting the enhancement of rural heritage. Please note that some ad sites may not display our service correctly. For complete and accurate information, we invite you to visit our site or contact us directly. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques site: georisques.gouv.fr Photos: © Copyright Safer - Use prohibited without the author's permission.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Beautiful late 19th-century villa fully renovated by a renowned architect, with original woodwork and ornaments, located on the most sought-after street for period homes near the town hall (cf. Unesco). It consists of 9 rooms, including a furnished/converted T2 with a separate entrance, and features 2 terraces, one accessible from the living area and the other from the T2, which is extended by a garden. The house has a lovely landscaped space close to shops and amenities (train station, schools, pharmacies, universities). 5 bedrooms, including 3 spacious ones, 1 office, 3 bathrooms, the house is equipped with plenty of storage and dressing areas. Ideal for families with school-aged children and a professional space in the T2 (medical office) or for furnished rental use (seasonal and/or student).This description has been automatically translated from French.

Located in a preserved residential neighborhood of Bellerive sur Allier, this architect-designed villa from 1980 features 7/8 rooms with approximately 140 m2 of single-level living space on a particularly flat, wooded, and enclosed plot of 6,860 m2. The exceptional and bright volumes provide this home with a variety of comfortable and tranquil spaces. A triple living room of 44 m2 with double exposure to East/West and an operational fireplace, extended by a dining room of 18 m2, a master suite of 32 m2 with a dressing room and bathroom/WC, a fully equipped kitchen, WC, laundry room, pantry, basement, and crawl space. Upstairs, a large mezzanine/office overlooks 2 bedrooms and a shower room with WC, and there are 2 attics. A double garage that could be converted into additional bedrooms. Underfloor electric heating and convectors, roof redone in 2023. Renovation work is needed to update the property.This description has been automatically translated from French.