luxury contemporary house for sale Toucy, France

Located 2 hours 15 minutes from Paris via the A6 motorway, and just a stone's throw from the charming village of Saint Sauveur en Puisaye, this magnificent fully renovated 19th-century property presents 300 sq.m of living area and several outbuildings on 2 hectares of leafy grounds. The main house is accessed via a raised entrance hall with a porch, from which the main staircase serves the upper floors. The ground floor comprises a living room and dining room with wood-burning stove and fireplace backing onto a continuous balcony, as well as a charming, functional and fully equipped kitchen overlooking the grounds. On the first floor, you will find three spacious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, which have retained their original charm in the form of Briare enamel oak parquet flooring. On the second and top floor, there is a dormitory-style bedroom with ample sleeping space and a suite with access to a roof terrace and lookout tower overlooking the surrounding countryside. The property sits on landscaped grounds bordered by pathways and featuring ancient trees, fruit trees and a charming outbuilding at the rear (offering a further 130 sq.m of floor space spread over two levels - all structural work completed). A rare find in perfect condition, presenting an idyllic setting just a stone's throw from Saint Sauveur.

A stately 19th-century villa, surrounded by tree-filled grounds, with outbuildings and a swimming pool, in the middle of a city with strong architectural heritage, two hours from Paris, in Burgundy. Located in a very residential neighbourhood with wide, tree-lined avenues bordered by many private mansions with impressive façades and appreciated for its tranquillity and discreetness, the property is accessible via a spiked entrance gate, which opens on to the grounds, as well as a second entrance from another avenue that provides vehicular access to a gravel parking area. As for the manor house, it was erected in the middle of the grounds, while its main façade, set back from the street, faces north and its southern exterior, facing the garden, looks out on to the tiled swimming pool. The original three-storey building, with a central layout and an attic level, features stone-colour plaster exteriors as well as a slate and zinc Mansard roof, while a lateral two-storey wing with a roof terrace was added at a later time to the west. Extending on from this wing, a modern conservatory was created next to the swimming pool, whereas immense grounds planted with lawn and tall trees, some of which are multi-century, is landscaped with shrubs and flowerbeds and scattered here and there with several peaceful nooks, ideal for relaxation, under the shade of a tree or near the swimming pool.

Location: 1h37 from Paris-Porte d'Orléans via the A6. Situated on the outskirts of a village with local shops, this fully restored 17th century castle presents a living area of 750 sq.m and outbuildings on 1.7 hectares of private grounds (including construction land of 1 hectare). The castle is made up of a sumptuous entrance with a main staircase in Burgundy stone, three large reception rooms with double windows, herringbone parquet flooring, a fireplace, a wood burner and internal shutters, and a contemporary kitchen with dining area. On the first floor, you will find five bedrooms with private bathrooms and WCs, including a master suite with boudoir dressing room and large bathroom, shower and WC, numerous storage spaces and dressing room in original woodwork. A second and final floor houses two living rooms, four bedrooms, a shower room and two attics. There are two sumptuous vaulted rooms accessible via the main staircase, one of which has been converted into a reception room with a monumental fireplace, as well as a wine cellar with polychrome ceiling and a gallery. Adjoining the main property, an outbuilding presents approximately 300 m² of living space, including a home office, a bedroom with bathroom, a shower, WC and sauna, and an upstairs games room. It has long balconies and terraces on both levels and a charming turret with a view of the gardens, meadows and fields. Set on leafy landscaped grounds of 1.7 hectares equipped with a lovely dovecote with terrace, a greenhouse in perfect condition, a heated swimming pool with terrace and a tennis court set back from the property. Three garages.

Discover this exceptional property of 212.3 m² of living space, nestled in the heart of the most sought-after district of Auxerre. Combining the nobility of period materials (1952) with a "high-end" contemporary renovation, this healthy and bright residence requires no work.GROUND FLOOR: VOLUMES AND FLUIDITYAs soon as you cross the threshold, the tone is set by a superb entrance of 11 m² that ensures a perfect distribution of reception areas. Reception Areas: A spacious living room of 40 m² with dual light, the true heart of the home. Dining Kitchen: Fully equipped, it connects directly with the living room for added conviviality and opens onto the garden. Intimate TV Lounge: A 15 m² room dedicated to relaxation, accessible directly from the entrance for more calm. Authenticity and Prestige: The whole is enhanced by a ceiling height of 3 meters, solid oak flooring, and artistic stained-glass windows bringing a unique architectural signature. Functionality: Numerous integrated storage closets facilitate daily organization.FIRST FLOOR: PARENTAL AND FAMILY SPACEThe character stairway leads to a landing serving spacious and light-filled sleeping areas. Parental Suite: A generous volume with its own private shower room for total intimacy. Bedrooms: Three other bright bedrooms complete this floor, offering comfort and views of the park. Bathroom: A large family bathroom perfects this level.SECOND FLOOR: INDEPENDENCE AND CLARITYThe last level, equally bright, is ideal for children or guests. Layout: Two additional bedrooms and a large versatile landing space. Convenience: An independent shower room guarantees perfect autonomy on this floor.TECHNICAL COMFORT AND EXTERIOREquipment: Vaillant gas condensing boiler (2016), water softener, and osmosis system. Performance: Excellent energy performance rating of D, ensuring controlled thermal comfort. 80 m² basement: Double motorized garage for two large vehicles, cellar, and laundry room. The Park: A plot of 2,183 m² of buildable land, landscaped and meticulously maintained, offering a rare land reserve in the city center.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Located 185km from Paris, in the heart of Saint-Amand-en-Puisaye, this 394 sq m (4,205 sq ft) property unfolds around an interior courtyard, offering a secluded setting with a Mediterranean feel. A flagship village of French ceramics, Saint-Amand-en-Puisaye charms with its Renaissance château, artisan workshops, natural setting at the doorstep of the Morvan, and its lively, creative local life. Set on a 513 sq m (5,500 sq ft) plot, it comprises several renovated buildings that form a true haven of tranquility, completely private and reminiscent of a village square. An ideal address for families, personal projects, or artistic pursuits. The vestibule entrance opens onto a spacious and bright living room thanks to the tall bay windows overlooking the courtyard. It includes a welcoming lounge area and a dining area. A few steps lead to a modern, fully equipped kitchen with a wood-burning stove and access to the courtyard. An intermediate room provides access to a laundry/pantry, a sauna, and an office. The former barn, now converted into a reception room, offers a remarkable space: 85 sq m on the ground floor with travertine and terracotta tile floors, a fireplace fitted with a pellet stove, and access to the courtyard. Upstairs, the bar area, reminiscent of an English pub with a catamaran net, provides access to an 80 sq m attic suitable for conversion and to the terrace. The master suite on the mezzanine level also benefits from its own access to the terrace, a shower room, and a dressing room. The upper floor also includes a bathroom, two bedrooms, and a living/playroom leading via a spiral staircase to a third attic bedroom with a dressing room. The partially landscaped and intimate courtyard is complemented by a covered summer kitchen and a vaulted cellar. A large garage with an 80 sq m workshop area can accommodate several vehicles. This is an atypical, adaptable, and welcoming property, designed as a unique living space where each area tells a story. 20 minutes by car from Cosne-sur-Loire train station (1 hour 45 minutes from Paris Bercy train station). Access to the A77 and A6 motorways. ENERGY RATING: D. CLIMATE RATING: B. Average energy prices indexed to 2021, 2022, and 2023 (including subscriptions) in accordance with the decree of March 31, 2021, in effect at the time the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) was issued: between EUR7,080 and EUR9,640. Contact: Bérangère 33 6 22 41 39 93. Sales Agent (Sole Proprietorship). RSAC: 811 459 593 Orleans