luxury contemporary house for sale Loudun, France

A 16th-century residence restored by J-B Astier de Villatte, with a guests’ house, ornamental garden and swimming pool, in the former Touraine province. An oakwood carriage gate opens into a cobbled courtyard, where the three-storey, tuffeau stone-made house stands, topped by a gabled roof made of tiles and flanked to the east by an imposing staircase tower. The residence was erected in the 16th century on older foundations and was completely restored at the end of the 2000s by Jean-Baptiste Astier de Villatte. The volumes have been redesigned, while certain openings have been modified or created to refine the perspectives and allow light to pour in. The lime rendered walls are dotted here and there with enamel tiles, which are one of the architect’s signatures. The painted and delicately florally decorated French-style beamed ceilings dialogue with the weathered terracotta tiled floors, which boast different patterns specifically designed for each room. The oak-framed windows are made to measure, while the furniture has been specially designed, made and installed for this particular place. To the rear of the house, on the garden side, a vast tuffeau stone barn topped with a slate roof stands at the end of a drive cobbled with Chauvigny stone. It has been restored in resolutely modern style, with vast volumes bathed in light through the wide, metal-framed windows and doors. The floors are paved with terracotta tiles, while the doors and roof frames are made of oakwood. Between the two buildings, there is a classically inspired garden providing structure to the perspectives, planted with cypress, olive and fruit trees as well as rose bushes, creating a transition towards a relaxation area between the patio, swimming pool and lawn. The property also boasts two vaulted cellars, a well and two storehouses.

A renovated house overlooking the River Loire, in Monstoreau, between vineyards and slopes. The village’s streets wind along the upper slopes that overlook the River Loire. The two-storey house was built on 18th-century remains and is made of tuffeau stone with a slate roof. The old residence was transformed into a modern house thanks to a comprehensive renovation that was conducted in 2009. Views of the countryside can be enjoyed through the edifice’s wide picture windows as well as from its continuous balcony. On the ground level, two self-contained bedrooms are linked by a patio, which serves as an outside extension of the interior volumes. The edifice also boasts a vaulted cellar carved out of the cliff.

Charming town house with view of the Loire, 220 m2 including 200m2 carrez, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms completely restored. North-South exposure, Panoramic view of the Loire. - Montsoreau, South of Tours In the heart of Montsoreau, one of the “Most Beautiful Villages of France”, on the banks of the Loire, a UNESCO World Heritage site, this elegant fully renovated 220 sqm town house (200 sqm Carrez) enjoys panoramic views over the Loire and Château de Montsoreau. Located in the village centre, close to shops, restaurants, school, nursery and services, everything is within walking distance. The 108 sqm ground floor, accessible to people with reduced mobility, offers a superb 66 sqm reception room with bar and Loire views, living room with fireplace and wood-burning stove, utility kitchen, bedroom area, accessible WC and two independent entrances. With its own electricity meter, this level offers excellent potential for an independent apartment, additional bedrooms or professional use. The first floor features a recently fitted and fully equipped kitchen with bespoke cabinetry, dining area, a bright and spacious living room with exceptional Loire views, bedroom, bathroom and WC. The top floor comprises a mezzanine with dressing area and bedroom. The property also includes 3 cellars, including a large semi-underground cellar with an existing flue, offering potential for a reception area, wine-tasting room or wine cellar. A separate 776 sqm plot completes the property, with water supply, gated entrance and lean-to shelter. Key Features * Panoramic Loire views * Fully renovated, partially furnished * 2 independent electricity meters * Numerous conversion possibilities * Reduced-mobility accessibility on ground floor * Fibre optic & mains drainage * Recent works: kitchen, 3 Velux windows, partial roof and gutter renovation * Potential for commercial use Energy rating: D (180 kWh/sqm/year) GHG: B (7 kg CO/sqm/year).Estimated annual energy costs: €1,280€1,800. A rare property combining character, generous volumes and potential in one of the Loire Valley’s most beautiful villages. Full file, floor plans and further information available upon request. Risk information is available on the French Géorisques website. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr