luxury houses for sale The Loire Area, France (page 51)

Immaculately restored town mansion with spacious interior located in the historic heart of Baugé. Presenting a living area of approximately 300 sq.m spread over four levels, the property transports us back to the 17th century and exudes an Italian spirit. Overlooking an interior courtyard, it comprises an entrance, a kitchen, a dining room, a living room, a reception room, four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a WC. In the courtyard, there is a separate building housing a three-level library and a work space. Annexed to the latter, you will find a small house with a living area of approximately 50 sq.m. An inspirational and atypical property.

THE CANOPÉE Exclusively, nestled under the pine trees, a Basque villa signed by the famous architect Paul-Henri DATESSEN. Magnificent property on 1900m2 of land, without any vis-à-vis, an exceptional environment 400m from the beach and shops. The villa dressed in blue, was built in 1930, vibrant and bright in its green setting. An unobstructed view of the canopy, a family living place with its 6 bedrooms, a beautiful living room of 100m2, equipped kitchen, laundry room, games room, 3 bathrooms and several wooden terraces that follow the course of the sun. 2 garages and parking on the plot. DPE E Fees charged to buyers of 5% or €1,900,000 net. Estimated annual consumption between € and € indexed to the average price of 2021 energy. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr Établissement non détenteur de fonds séquestres. D.B. Christie's International Real Estate 3 Avenue du marché 44500 La Baule France International Real Estate - Immobilier International La Baule - Nantes - Vannes - Golfe du Morbihan

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This splendid architect-designed villa of 204 sqm, built on a plot of 1200 sqm, is located in a quiet and residential area of Château d'Olonne, in Les Sables d'Olonne. This singular residence is distinguished by its unique architecture, discreet from the outside but revealing impressive volumes inside. Its atypical roof, similar to a south-facing cap, gives this house an exceptional character. From the entrance, a hall overlooks a living room flooded with light thanks to large openings. The generous ceiling height adds a beautiful volume to this room, warmed in winter by a welcoming fireplace. The kitchen, fully furnished and equipped, offers an ideal space for entertaining, with the possibility of dining in the winter living room, enjoying a beautiful view of the swimming pool. On the ground floor, the sleeping area consists of a master suite with shower room and dressing room, as well as an additional bedroom and a bathroom equipped with a bathtub and a walk-in shower, thus providing optimal comfort for large families. An elegant staircase leads upstairs, where a mezzanine opening onto the living room below, serving as an office, leads to a second master suite equipped with a shower room and a boudoir in a bow window. This villa also offers a practical utility room and a double garage, thus completing the high-end services of this family home. Just a few steps from shops, a few minutes drive from the city's beaches and 30 km from La Roche-sur-Yon. ENERGY CLASS: C - CLIMATE CLASS: A Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from energy prices for the year 2021: EUR1,490 and EUR2,016 Information on the risks to which this property is exposed are available on the Géorisks website for the areas concerned: www.georisks.gouv.fr EI Contact: Nathalie Fayat 07 86 61 96 35 EI commercial agent registered with the RSAC of LA ROCHE-SUR-YON under number 2020AC00187. Fees are the responsibility of the seller.

BRIDGERTON SPIRIT EXCLUSIVELY, real property in the city center. Magnificent charming house of the 19th century, of 360m2 of living space. Several reception areas, including a very beautiful library lounge on original parquet, with moldings, marble fireplace and its beautiful woodwork, a view of its rose garden and water basin decorated with a fountain A contemporary spirit in a velvet case. A bright living room open to its large stone terrace facing south, a fully equipped open kitchen, a back kitchen and a cellar. On the 1st floor, 4 bedrooms including the master suite with its small living room, bedroom, private toilet bathroom and dressing room. On the 2nd floor, a superb multimedia open space of 40m2 and a guest suite with bathroom WC. A magnificent wooded park of nearly 8000m2, without vis-à-vis, quiet with its swimming pool, pool house and gym. Garage and car-port 3 vehicles. DPE D. Fees charged to buyers of 5% or €1,740,000 net. Estimated annual consumption between €3070 and €5070 indexed to the average price of energy 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisks website: www.georisques.gouv.fr Établissement non détenteur de fonds séquestres. D.B. Christie's International Real Estate 3 Avenue du marché 44500 La Baule France International Real Estate - Immobilier International La Baule - Nantes - Vannes - Golfe du Morbihan

Stunning restored property on 11 hectaresPerche Gouet - 1h30 from ParisAt the end of a trail, in absolute calm and offering incredible panoramas over pretty hills, this exceptional restored property is open to the view and is atypical. It offers comfortable living, great brightness thanks to its large openings, and unusual volumes. Spanning 280 m2, the ground floor rooms balance tradition and modernity, featuring a 56 m2 living room with a fireplace, a 26 m2 kitchen with antique elements, 2 glass-enclosed living rooms overlooking the countryside measuring 23 m2 each, a glass-enclosed bedroom, and bathrooms, along with a second bedroom. Upstairs: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Outbuildings: an adjoining garage communicating with the house, and a 65 m2 garage. A superb 10.8 hectare plot with ponds, springs, woods, and endless meadows... A magnificent leisure ensemble 15 minutes from LA FERTE BERNARD (train station and highway entrance). Price: €636,000 including 6% VAT fees which amounts to €36,000 to be borne by the buyer. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Ref.4343 : Beautiful french manor house for sale in Pays de la Loire This property is located in Mayenne, in the former historic province of Anjou, on the borders of Brittany and not far from Maine. In the heart of the countryside, the immediate surroundings are pastoral and wooded. A small, historic, medieval town provides services just a few kilometres away. A leisure/camping centre with a 123– acre (50-hectare) lake offering a wide range of activities is just 15 minutes away by car. This former 16th-century manor house, strategically located on the border with Brittany, served as a collection centre for the gabelle tax. At the time, the seigneury included around ten farms and covered more than 247 acres (100 hectares). Today, it is a pleasant residence, extended by a dwelling in the 19th century. The building is built of rubble stone, covered with ochre-coloured rendering. The window surrounds are of tufa stone or brick, and the quoins are of red stone. The whole building is covered in slate. The house is built east-west. The interior of the manor house is accessed via a doorway topped with an accolade and fireplaces. The total floor surface area is approx. 540sqm and comprises 2 sections that are as much interconnected as they are independent: the manor house and the dwelling. THE MANOR HOUSE (285 sqm) : Ground floor: entrance hall (16sqm), 2 lounges (33 and 36 sqm), kitchen (23 sqm), boiler room, pantry and toilet; the whole is laid out around a magnificent wooden spiral staircase in Gothic style. 1st floor: master bedroom (35sqm) with shower and bathroom, dressing room and toilet, recreation room (26.5 sqm), bedroom (23 sqm), shower room and toilet. 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms (20 sqm each) and shower room with toilet. The interior of the manor house is typical of its era and has retained its defensive features. Thick walls with several openings, exposed beams and joists, terracotta floors and monumental fireplaces. THE DWELLING (255 sqm) : Ground floor: en suite: games room with staircase and wc, access to covered swimming pool (9x4m heated by heat pump), dining room, kitchen, small sitting room with staircase, 2 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms with wc. First floor: 4 bedrooms, 4 shower rooms with wc. This part of the house, which dates back to the 19th century, has been perfectly fitted out for entertaining. It has plenty of sleeping capacity and shower rooms in good condition. The adjoining rooms bring this part of the house to life, as they communicate perfectly with each other. It's easy to imagine the conviviality that reigns here, moving from one living room to another without having to push a door open. The property has been completely restored since it was handed down in 2 campaigns of work; first the farmhouse in the 2000s, then the manor house in 2006-2007. The two parts are independent in terms of heating, electrical system, sanitary facilities and water supply. The property as a whole offers good accommodation capacity, which can be used on a day-to-day basis as well as occasionally during the year for entertaining guests. The work that has been carried out is of a very high standard. The restoration work carried out by the current owners some twenty years ago was carried out in its entirety and with great care. The original architectural quality has been respected and even enhanced. To the south-east of the property is a slate-roofed outbuilding. It comprises two rooms of 90 and 40sqm, used as a shed and garage; close to the dwelling a building with two garage spaces; to the west of the manor house, 2 buildings, probably former pigsties, with slate roofs. The entire property is surrounded by hedges. Some of the trees that make up the park have been planted by the current owners, and the vegetation is beautiful and starting to grow. There are oaks, lime trees, chestnut trees and many fruit trees. The green setting around the property provides a pleasant area for maintenance. There is an orchard to the south of the property and a chestnut grove to the north. Well in the grounds. The total surface area is 3.47 acres (1 ha 40 a 76ca).

LAVAL CATHEDRALLovers of old houses, ancient stones, exposed beams, old floor tiles, nooks and crannies, and treasure hunts will be delighted to acquire this gem in the heart of the city. Located on a quiet street, this residence, partly built in the 16th century and the rest in the 17th, is slightly set back from the street and is centered around an ancient and remarkable wooden staircase, reminiscent of a tower. On the ground floor, the large 35 m2 living room with through light could also tomorrow be the place for a liberal profession or a studio with its independent access. Following the entrance are a laundry room, toilets, and access to the lovely flowered inner courtyard, charming and intimate. The first floor is well distributed between a bedroom with a dressing area, a bathroom, toilets, a living-dining room, and a kitchen equipped with a wide terrace bathed in afternoon sun. The second floor houses two beautiful bedrooms, a dressing area, a shower room, and a small attic. Finally, the third floor has yet another double attic with exposed beams and slates, but also the ideal place to create an extraordinary additional bedroom. Ceiling height of approximately 3 meters depending on the floor. Non-functional fireplaces. Large cellar, partly vaulted, on a beaten earth floor, very healthy. A closed garage and a parking space in the courtyard on the street. Refreshment works, comfort upgrades, and insulation are to be anticipated. Agency fees included (FAI): 357,000 €Agency fees of 5% charged to the buyer. Price excluding fees: 340,000 €. Energy class E, Climate class E Average estimated annual energy expenses for standard use, established from energy prices of the year 2021: between 2,620.00 and 3,620.00 €. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: georisques.gouv.fr.All surfaces are given as an indication.

Ref.4370 : French property for sale in Anjou, Pays de la Loire Situated in an area crossed by the Layon river, a tributary of the Loire into which it flows some 25 km to the west, this beautiful 19th century property enjoys a dominant position on the hillsides overlooking the Layon, where the vineyards of the region's well-known appellations stretch out. Ideally situated between Angers and Nantes, it has all the shops and amenities within easy reach, with motorway access just 12 minutes away and a train station 10 minutes away, itself 15 minutes from Angers station. This imposing building has a square, three-storey plan with slate roofs, in keeping with the architectural codes of the 19th century. Built in a 'brick and stone' style, it features an axial front adorned with alternating tufa stone and brick chaining, at the top of which is a broken tufa pediment with a window surmounted by a keyed lintel. The facade features other remarkable ornaments, such as the tufa stone dripstones above the window lintels and the cornices with sculpted modillions. The main facade of this middle-class house faces south. It spans a floor surface area of approx. 340sqm, the interior spaces of which are laid out as follows: On the ground floor: a vestibule, including the stairway leading to the upper floors, leads to a vast lounge on the right, a dining room on the left and a kitchen with a mezzanine on the left. To the rear, a corridor leads to a shower room, bathroom and utility room. The floors are of brown combe stone with friezes and cabochons of red Pyrenean marble or terracotta tiles. This floor features a Louis XV-style marble fireplace and a Napoleon III-style fireplace with black marble modillions, half-timbering and ceilings adorned with decorative mouldings. The 1st floor: a landing and corridor lead to a total of three bedrooms, a bathroom, a shower room and the mezzanine above the kitchen. This floor has parquet flooring. The 2nd floor: a landing leads to two bedrooms on either side, each with its own bathroom. The floors are parquet and the beams are exposed. Basement: boiler room and cellar. Several outbuildings complement the main house: - The adjoining secondary house of approx. 120 sqm used as a gîte: Ground floor: accessible from the ground floor of the main house, it comprises a large living room with exposed beams, a bedroom, kitchen and shower room. 1st floor: large living room and adjoining bedroom. - Former stables of approx. 110 sqm that could be converted into living accommodation, with, on the ground floor, two rooms used as a garage and workshop and, on the 1st floor, a large attic that could be converted. - Hangar of approx. 650 sqm with a space equipped to receive the public, large room/workshop, kitchen and bathroom facilities. - Swimming pool (5x10m) built in 2008 (chlorine), heated by heat pump. Approx. 5.53 acres (2.24 hectares) of pleasant grounds with driveways, courtyards, gardens, meadows (ideal for developing a horse-riding activity), and parklands planted with beautiful trees, chestnut, olive, hornbeam, American red oak, palm and fruit trees. Cabinet LE NAIL – Maine-et-Loire - M. Lodoïs HUBERT : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Lodoïs HUBERT, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 792 044 077. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

On the commune of CROISIC and on the wild coast, facing the sea..., this bright villa will captivate you with its exceptional location offering a spectacle in all seasons. Ideal for large families with its spacious living areas facing the sea and its numerous bedrooms and bathrooms spread over three levels. Feel free to contact me for a visit. (By appointment only and pre-approval of the proposed financing). Possibility to consider profitability through seasonal rentals or a guest house, perfect location. Price 1,244,000 €. Agency fees of 3.50% VAT included charged to the buyer. Price excluding fees 1,201,932.37 €. DPE: E. Name First Name AMI: MOREL Jean Marc (EI). RSAC: 802 194 399. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://georisques.gouv.fr. This real estate advertisement was written under the editorial responsibility of MOREL Jean Marc (EI), independent real estate agent (without holding funds), commercial agent of SASU THE DOOR MAN France registered with the RSAC, holder of the real estate solicitation card on behalf of THE DOOR MAN France SASU.This description has been automatically translated from French.

BARNES Nantes presents to you exclusively on a fenced property and out of sight, this remarkable residence of more than 470 m² located in Saint Sébastien sur Loire, at the gates of Nantes. You will find a bright entrance hall, a high-end fitted and equipped kitchen, a large living room bathed in light through its numerous openings, several small lounges and a library. On the first floor, a landing serves several bedrooms including a parental area, as well as a beautiful terrace with its winter garden. The second floor includes an apartment and two additional bedrooms. The basement, with a surface area of ​​approximately 100 m², is entirely fitted out for storage and the technical rooms of the house. This property with its high-end services and renovation will satisfy families looking for space, character and comfort. Agency fees payable by vendor

NEW HOUSE WITH GARDEN - delivery in the 4th quarter of 2024. For sale: discover this 4-room house of 103 m² and a plot of 258 m² in POULIGUEN (44510). It has one floor and is organized as follows: a beautiful living room of 48 m², a master suite of 12 m², two bedrooms of 12 m², and a fitted kitchen. It also offers three shower rooms and two toilets. It features reversible air conditioning. This house is in very good overall condition. Double glazed windows are installed. Enjoy comfort and space with the garden and terrace it offers. For parking your vehicle, it has a garage. Contact us for more information about this house for sale in POULIGUEN. This property is offered to you by Françoise Benoit, a commercial agent with RSAC number 341 766 848.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Discover an equestrian haven in the heart of the Loir Valley where equestrian dreams become reality! Nestled in an exceptional environment of 17 hectares, this property offers an idyllic setting for horse lovers and nature enthusiasts. Three residential houses welcome you with their 400 m2 of warm and functional space. Whether you are looking for a spacious main residence or separate accommodations for communal living, these homes will fulfill your needs. Equestrian enthusiasts, prepare to be delighted! With its 70 stone stalls, two training arenas, a spacious track, and a covered riding arena, this stud farm is a paradise for horses and their riders. You will also find quality facilities such as warehouses and a 17th-century barn offering 180 m2 of convertible space and numerous outbuildings ready to welcome your most ambitious projects. As a bonus, a holiday vibe reigns over the property, with a third of its perimeter defined by a communal lake featuring a fine sandy beach. Enjoy the tranquility of nature while having easy access to amenities: located just 7 km from Château du Loir, this property offers the perfect balance between privacy and proximity. Whether you are considering an equestrian, hotel, or tourist activity, this estate offers remarkable development potential. With its strategic location and quality facilities, let your imagination run wild to create the life you've always dreamed of. Don’t let this unique opportunity pass you by! Contact us now to schedule a visit and be charmed by this exceptional equestrian estate. Contact Maxime de Noray at O6 59 54 31 91This description has been automatically translated from French.

Venez découvrir cette spacieuse maison traditionnelle familiale de 10 pièces sur 3 niveaux des années 80 avec ses extérieurs et ses éléments de confort à seulement 20 minutes du Mans. Située au coeur du village de Montfort-le-Gesnois dans un cadre privilégié tout services de proximité; écoles, commerces, promenade à pied sur les bords de l'Huisne, du château et du pont romain. À l'extérieur vous trouverez des espaces de stationnement, deux doubles garages avec portes selectionnelles, un préau terrasse ouvert avec son jacuzzi, un espace détente avec sa piscine enterrée, un terrain de pétanque. Le terrain est divisé en deux, une partie close avec deux portails électriques et l'autre en accès libre. Au rez-de-chaussée côté rue vous trouverez une entrée, un couloir, trois chambres, une salle d'eau, un salon, un WC, une buanderie, une cave, un local technique et l'accès au premier double garage. Au rez-de-chaussée côté jardin vous trouverez une entrée desservant une grande pièce de vie lumineuse totalisant 70 m² environ style à l'américaine avec une magnifique cuisine équipée et aménagée, sol en marbre, cheminée ouverte, de grandes baies vitrées donnant sur une grande terrasse suspendue sécurisée avec une vue imprenable sur le haras, un bureau ou une chambre, un couloir desservant une buanderie, un WC, une salle de bains partagée avec accès à la chambre parentale de 20 m² avec son parquet et son dressing vintage, une chambre d'enfant avec placard. À l'étage une grande salle de jeux, un grand grenier aménageable. Vous êtes à la recherche d'une propriété à dimension familiale alliant charme et authenticité, confort et volumes pour une résidence principale ou secondaire, une visite s'impose.

BARNES La Baule presents you exclusively this comfortable character villa in the tree-lined neighborhood. Located just a few dozen meters from the beach, you will also appreciate its proximity to the market and shops. Composed of 7 bedrooms, including a master suite on the ground floor, this family villa of more than 260 m² offers you a real capacity for guests, whether as a secondary or primary residence. Enjoy a beautiful sea view while comfortably seated on the terrace and in the house. A garage and a cellar on the garden level complete this rare property for sale. Fees to be paid by the seller - Estimated amount of annual energy expenses for standard use, calculated based on energy prices from the year 2021: €3680 ~ €5030 - Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Yann LE CARVENNEC of the ALC Immobilier Agency offers for sale this private mansion of approximately 184 m2. It consists of a ground floor: an entrance of 7.46 m2, a living room of 24.29 m2, a dining room of 24.08 m2, an office or bedroom of 10.95 m2, a kitchen of 10.26 m2 and toilet. Upstairs you will find a landing of 5.56 m2 leading to a bathroom of 3.11 m2 and a bedroom of 11.89 m2. Thanks to a second staircase you will find a landing of 2.57 m2 serving two bedrooms of 10.54 m2 and 15.22 m2, a dressing room of 4.09 m2, a bathroom with shower of 7.16 m2, a dressing room and a toilet. On the second floor you will find a landing of 1.60 m2 giving access to a living room which can be used as a bedroom of 16.74 m2 as well as a bedroom of 15.85 m2, a shower room of 8.61 m2 and a toilet. This property also has a garden shed of 6.71 m2. An outbuilding of 45.75 m2 on the ground floor and on the first floor approximately 63 m2 which has an entrance, a landing, a kitchen area, a living room with a bathroom and 'a floor. This private mansion also has a vaulted cellar of 56.55 m2. Heating: town gas and pellet stove LAND: 1725? For a visit, contact your advisor on 06 46 19 20 53 / 02 61 72 05 56 or by email: [email protected] or [email protected] RSAC 524 668 621 - Card issued by CCI Portes de Normandie. Advertisement written and published by a sales agent You can find all our properties on our website www.alcimmobilier.com

In the heart of a private estate of the International Golf of Saint Denac, 3 km from shops, you will be charmed by this house of approximately 250 m2. It consists of a very beautiful living room of about 51 m2 with a fireplace, a southwest-facing veranda, and a recent pergola, a toilet with a washbasin, a separate fitted and equipped kitchen, an office with a mezzanine, a laundry room, a very beautiful master suite (an extension of 61 m2) with a dressing room, a bathroom-shower, and a toilet overlooking the wooded and landscaped garden (enclosed plot of approximately 3000 m2). Upstairs, a landing with a closet leads to 3 bedrooms with balconies (2 communicating), a shower room with a toilet, a small storage room, and an unconverted attic with a skylight. Independent double garage, carport, garden shed. The land is suitable for a swimming pool.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Near the heart of Nantes, Sainte-Thérèse district, this town house with undeniable charm seduces at first sight. Upon entering, you are greeted by a magnificent hall decorated with period cement tiles, which set the tone for this refined residence. The ground floor reveals a large living room bathed in light, with its parquet flooring, high ceilings and moldings, adding a warm and authentic touch. The extension opening onto the terrace and the garden accommodates a well-designed kitchen, fitted and equipped with high-end materials. A large office offers an ideal work space, while a second living room, with its library area, invites you to relax and read, in a cozy and elegant setting. Upstairs, the master suite is a true haven of peace, overlooking the garden, with its designer bathroom offering all modern comfort. Three other bedrooms, spacious and bright, share a second bathroom equipped with a shower, a double sink and a bathtub perfect for moments of relaxation. The fully furnished basement with garage offers a versatile space with a living room/games room, an additional bedroom, a shower room with WC and a veranda offering a breathtaking view of the beautifully maintained garden. At the bottom of this garden, a workshop allows you to give free rein to your creative or DIY projects. The exteriors are not left out: a double terrace allows you to enjoy meals outdoors, in a peaceful setting and sheltered from prying eyes thanks to lush vegetation. This green setting in the city center of Nantes is a true intimate refuge. Ideally located, this house combines the calm and privacy of a wooded garden with the immediate proximity of all the amenities and services in the heart of Nantes. A visit is essential to discover all the charms and assets of this exceptional residence, ready to welcome your family in a unique and refined setting. Don't miss this rare opportunity to live in a place where every detail has been thought of to offer not only comfort and elegance but also serenity and balance. Karacterre is an agency specializing in Authentic goods. We operate throughout the PAYS DE LA LOIRE and BRETAGNE region. ANGERS CHOLET SAUMUR RENNES SAINT MALO. Discover our properties such as mansions, bourgeois houses, lofts, contemporary houses, private mansions, castles, manors, charming farmhouses, character apartments, exceptional properties, luxury properties, charming properties, investment properties, directly on the karacterre real estate website. Ref 561. The sale price of €1,320,000 is expressed Agency Fees Included (F.A.I.), the value of which is equivalent to 3.13% including tax of the sale price. Net Seller Price: 1,280,000 euros. Fees: 40,000 euros. SAS KARACTERRE RCS ANGERS 899 365 811. Contact: Virginie CONAN: 06.16.84.20.94, RSAC RENNES 984 606 285.

Downtown Nantes, very beautiful 570 m² loft in single ownership located in a quiet area on a 750 m² plot, magnificent 160 m² living room with fireplace, 100 m² fitted kitchen, pantry, dressing room, large ground floor bedroom, shower room, office, bedroom; on the 1st floor: 4 bedrooms with shower rooms, WC; on the 2nd floor, WC, 2 bedrooms with shower rooms. Garage, garden, 2 patios. Heartthrob! Price including agency fees, buyer's charge 2.86% incl. tax – Julien CIRON Immobilier Energy performance diagnosis B (107) Greenhouse gas emissions A (3) Information on risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorgiques website.This description has been automatically translated from French.

At the gates of the Perche Sarthois, North Le Mans, there are 19th-century buildings forming a courtyard with an old pigeon house from the 16th century; living space of 150m2 in a park of 7000m2, shaded by large trees and climbing roses, surrounded by a water-filled moat.This description has been automatically translated from French.