luxury real estate for sale France (page 195)
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Property Colmar (68)
In COLMAR, the Desaulles agency offers you this charming townhouse from the early century. Located just a few steps from the hypercenter, its central location will surely charm you. Its 188 m² of living space is currently divided into three apartments, each occupying a floor for more comfort and light: a type F3 apartment of 73.36 m² on the raised ground floor and an identical one on the first floor. A type F2 apartment of 41.70 m² in the attic. The first two floors are heated by individual gas, while the top floor is heated by electric convectors.Each apartment has an up-to-date energy performance certificate (EPC):Raised ground floor: EPC E (294) GES E (64) estimated consumption between 1,316 euros and 1,780 euros/year1st floor: EPC D (148) GES D (31) estimated consumption between 776 euros and 1,050 euros/yearAttic: EPC F (402) GES C (13) estimated consumption between 1,056 euros and 1,428 euros/yearIn the basement: two cellars, one with a workshop corner, as well as a boiler room (boiler from the raised ground floor) with a water point. Outside, a lovely little courtyard. The charm of the old is omnipresent: beautiful ceiling height, moldings, oriel windows, and exposed beams. An interior refresh is necessary to restore its former glory. This property offers many possibilities for conversion: ideal for a two-family house, rental investment, or a liberal profession?Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity and contact us now for more information or to share your projects with us!Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr (5.00% fees included at the expense of the buyer).This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Idre - Immobilier Desaulles Real Estate
House with terrace Rueil-Malmaison (92)
RUEIL-MALMAISON - TRIANGLE D'OR - BETWEEN DOWNTOWN AND RER (10 minutes on foot) Sought-after location, property from 2007 (classified C) with its loft signature featuring generous spaces of 200 m² (260 m² on the ground). Independent on its plot of 374 m², the calm and greenery are major assets of this haven of peace. Spacious living area of approximately 70 m² with its equipped kitchen and family room in triple exposure inspires the ground floor and creates a relaxing atmosphere overlooking the landscaped garden with no vis-à-vis. 5 bedrooms spread over two levels, including a master suite with private terrace, bathroom, and exclusive dressing room, as well as a bedroom with its balcony. The garden level hosts a dedicated space for relaxation and exercise. A laundry room and a garage complete the volumes. Its large triple-exposure bay windows provide constant daylight that varies with the seasons. Enjoy a Nordic bath in the outdoor wooden jacuzzi. A gem that will charm you with its trendy features (central vacuum system, underfloor heating, linen duct, centralized roller shutters, automatic watering, outdoor lighting, insulation). Associated with schools located very close to the house, Les Martinets Nursery School, Les Trianons Primary School, and Les Martinets College AP/LG-APA 01 47 10 01 01 (3.00% fees inclusive at the buyer's expense).This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Agence Principale
House with pool and terrace Mougins (06)
Hillside property located halfway to the old village, within walking distance of all shops. Beautiful contemporary house built in 2014, presenting approximately 180 sq.m of living area and a large basement of approximately 80 sq.m. A peaceful property facing the setting sun to the West. Delightful unobstructed views of the surrounding hills. Beautiful living space backing onto a terrace. Three ensuite bedrooms. Large basement. Three-car garage. Lovely garden of approximately 800 sq.m. Heated swimming pool (10 x 3m). Energy performance: B.
…By Emile Garcin - Cote D'azur
House with pool Cannes (06)
Located 5 minutes from the city centre and seafront, this delightful and charming house presents around 200 sq.m of living area in magnificent condition. Utterly peaceful and boasting a garden and swimming pool, this oasis of calm is situated within easy reach of all amenities. Entrance, two living rooms, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, beautiful terrace, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, shower room, large home office (or fourth bedroom). Wine cellar, laundry room, plenty of storage space. Stunning 500-sq.m garden with salt-water swimming pool. Garage. Guaranteed peace and quiet.
…By Emile Garcin - Cote D'azur
Villa with pool and terrace Carnac (56)
EXCLUSIVE ORPI PRESTIGE - This villa, built between the 1930s and 1940s, is a unique and exceptional property in the heart of Carnac. The current qualitative renovation of this building is being carried out in its entirety, with the primary aim of preserving its letters of nobility; conceived and designed to become a modern, elegant and functional villa.With a surface area of 150 m², this property stands out for its elegance and the quality services provided by Carimalo Rénovation. Comprising a beautiful, bright main living area of 40m² with open kitchen opening onto a balcony/outside access, three spacious bedrooms, two shower rooms, a laundry room with walk-in shower and an additional living space on the garden level (bedroom/shower room-WC/lounge), it is ideal for welcoming a family or guests.You'll also enjoy a landscaped exterior on a 460m² plot, respecting the architecture and cachet of the old, with a majestic entrance hall with staircase, a carefully designed south-facing garden, a 50m² terrace with summer kitchen, a swimming pool for unforgettable moments of relaxation and its equipment room, private outdoor parking, and an outbuilding for storing your leisure equipment.Its privileged location, in the heart of the sought-after commune of Carnac, renowned for its lifestyle and famous megaliths, and out of the submersible zone, means you'll be within walking distance of shops and beaches, with Auray just 15 minutes away.This exceptional luxury property combines charm, comfort and modernity and will be delivered at the end of Q2 2025. The choice of materials can be customized. If this is the exceptional property you've been waiting for, contact your ORPI agency without delay.This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Orpi - Afm Carnac Immobilier
House with pool Niort (79)
EXCLUSIVE ESPACES ATYPIQUES This renovated farmhouse, located in the heart of the countryside in the village of Cherveux, just 15 minutes from Niort, reveals all its charm with approximately 350 m2 of living space and a plot of over 1100 m2. This property appeals with its large and bright living rooms, carefully renovated, they do not fail to seduce. The kitchen, a real essential room of the house, promises pleasant moments of conviviality. A living room, with a warm atmosphere, heated by a wood stove, opens onto a large room, which is currently used as an office and reading corner. Bathed in light, this room offers a panoramic view of the swimming pool and the landscaped garden. This level is completed by adjoining rooms. A magnificent stone staircase leads to the first level offering a master suite with exceptional volume. A bathroom completes this space. In a row, two spacious rooms are currently occupied by a library and a dressing room. If necessary, a second suite can easily be considered. The top level is dedicated to a large sleeping area comprising four bedrooms, three of which are equipped with a shower. Note that a majestic vaulted cellar will delight lovers of fine wines. The garden invites you to relax and dream, with its lawn, flowerbeds, flowerbeds and terraces. The swimming pool, perfectly oriented, becomes a haven of freshness while highlighting the elegant exposed stone facade of the house. A large courtyard allows you to park two vehicles, while an outbuilding converted into a gym enhances the premises. This country village, both dynamic and welcoming, offers a perfect living environment for a family, just 15 minutes from Niort TGV station. It allows you to enjoy nature while remaining close to amenities. ENERGY CLASS: C / CLIMATE CLASS: A. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on energy prices for the years 2021, 2022 and 2023: between EUR3,340 and EUR4,570. Full photo report on our website Espaces Atypiques Deux-Sèvres: the national network specializing in expressive goods. Contact: Cannelle GUITTONNEAU - 07.85.82.77.35 Sales agent (EI) RSAC Niort n°948.660.295
…By Espaces Atypiques Deux Sèvres
Private mansion Marseille 8ᵗʰ (13)
Exceptional city mansion presenting approximately 300 sq.m of living area spread over three floors. In need of renovation, the property offers the potential for a complete makeover to suit the wishes and requirements of its new owners. Originally intended for use as a primary residence, the vast interior and limitless potential offer the possibility to create your own bespoke oasis of calm. It is also possible to build a swimming pool within its 500 sq.m of private grounds. For those thinking of using the property as an investment project, any manner of different layouts could be achieved behind its two separate entrances. Also includes a garage. A unique property with an exclusive address.
…By Emile Garcin - Marseille & Littoral
Apartment Les Allues (73)
For Sale - A Cozy Mountain Retreat in Méribel VillageWelcome to this charming, newly renovated duplex apartment, perfect for creating unforgettable memories with family and friends. Nestled in the heart of Méribel Village, just 250 meters from the slopes, it offers everything you need for serene and joyful mountain getaways.What you’ll love:•A south-facing orientation that fills the space with natural light and warmth.•A duplex layout, ideal for sharing special moments while preserving privacy.•2 comfortable bedrooms and a welcoming mezzanine, perfect for children or guests.•A breathtaking view of the snowy peaks, best enjoyed from the tranquility of your cozy retreat.Extra touches that make it special:•A well-maintained residence with a recently renovated roof.•A peaceful setting, just steps away from shops and the lively atmosphere of the resort.Imagine yourself by the fireplace after a day on the slopes, sharing laughter and stories with your loved ones… This apartment is more than just a property—it’s a promise of precious moments.Contact us today for more information or to arrange a visit. Your slice of mountain paradise is waiting for you!This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Gsi By Foncia Transaction Méribel
House with pool and terrace Narbonne (11)
Exclusive new listing ! Available only through Terres d'Oc Sotheby's International Realty, be the first to discover this beautifully renovated property brimming with charm. Situated at the heart of a private estate, this home boasts over 3000m² of land with an orchard, a protected outdoor living area complete with a swimming pool, terrace, and cozy garden. The interior, elegantly renovated with taste, offers approximately 190m² of living space, including a bright living room, a well-designed kitchen opening onto the back of the house, four bedrooms, including a lovely 40m² master suite, an office, and three bathrooms/shower rooms.
…By Terres D'oc Sotheby's International Realty
Chalet La Tour-Argentière-Les Praz - Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (74)
Discover this superb 205sqm chalet, completely renovated in 2023, offering a perfect combination of modern comfort and alpine charm. Located in a rural setting on a plot of 1500sqm, just 2 km from the center of Chamonix, this rare property benefits from a spectacular view of the Mont Blanc massif, without any vis-à-vis. On three levels, it offers a large entrance serving a children's dormitory with 4 bunk beds, a bathroom with toilet, a ski room, a sauna, a technical room and laundry room. Upstairs are the living room with its fireplace and access to the outside, a fitted kitchen, a master bedroom with its bathroom with toilet. On the top floor, 3 bedrooms, a shower room with toilet, a separate toilet, a storage attic.
…By Chamonix Immobilier
Private mansion with garden Tours (37)
Do you dream of a 420m2 private hotel with a 450m2 garden, a wellness area with swimming spa, jacuzzi, a sublime old glass roof, refined decoration with very high standard services, all in the city center of Tours with a view of the Charlemagne Tower? This dream does exist and I am at your disposal to help you discover it. See you soon.
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
House with pool and garden Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire (37)
This 2020 architect-designed house will seduce you in every way. The location, construction, volumes, energy dpe, current ten-year guarantee. It is approximately 423m2 on a plot of 2168m2 with its 13X4.5 salt pool. It is composed of a living room/dining room/kitchen reception room of approximately 130m2 opening onto the outdoor terrace, an office and a real master suite with shower room, dressing room for the ground floor and upstairs a landing/office serves 4 bedrooms, a shower room, a bathroom and a separate toilet. In the basement you will not be left out because you have a laundry room, a boiler room, a wine cellar and a large space of approximately 100 m2 that can be used as a bar, evening space or cinema room. On the land there is a pool house with its summer kitchen, swimming pool machinery and heat pump as well as a bowling green. A gate access leads to the property and a triple garage with charging station. In terms of energy, this house is extraordinary, with a ten-year guarantee running until 2030. This house is by its very essence family and friendly, located in one of the most sought-after streets in Saint Cyr sur Loire, 3 km from the city center of Tours.
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
House with pool and terrace Loches (37)
It is a property comprising a house of approximately 435m2, a first gîte of approximately 119 m2, a second gîte (gardener's house) of approximately 85m2, plus garages, workshops, common areas for 220m2 on a magnificent land including a swimming pool, a pond all registered for 11Ha 53a 9ca. The main house, imposing, completely renovated with taste, includes on the ground floor an entrance, a dressing room, a very beautiful, modern, very, very well equipped dining kitchen, a dining room, a living room with fireplace (stove), a technical scullery, a landing leading to a library (piano room), a master suite with dressing room, shower room, toilet, a very large living room, another toilet with hand basin. On the first floor, a landing leads to three beautiful bedrooms, a shower room, a hallway with cupboards and a sublime bathroom/shower worthy of a palace! And a technical part with the new oil boiler is hidden in a small room. The first gîte is composed on the ground floor of a kitchen open to a living room, dining room and we also have a shower room/wc. On the first floor a large landing serving as a TV lounge, a corridor with a kitchenette including a fridge, dishwasher, four bedrooms including a very large one, two shower rooms with toilets. The second gîte consists of an entrance, a living/dining room, a corridor, two bedrooms, a bathroom, a toilet. A full basement includes a double garage and a cellar. In the Gîte N°1 section, on the garden level there is a first garage with a workshop area as well as a second garage with a mezzanine. Numerous terraces overlook the magnificent pond with its pontoon leading to a kiosk set up in the middle of this body of water. A well is present on the property with a pump allowing the pond to be filled during the summer so that the numerous fish do not suffer from a lack of water. The woods are very well maintained and bridle paths exist. An old pond is present but is not maintained. The woods are maintained, the lawns are beautiful. The property is demarcated to prevent the intrusion of wild boars. It is a magnificent, quiet but not isolated property in impeccable condition. A real favorite. This residence has been completely renovated, the roofs and zincwork are in perfect condition. The decoration is refined, the kitchen is a wonderful convivial space, superbly equipped, the boiler is new, the scullery has custom-made storage, everything is connected to remote controls for the lighting and the electric gate. The shower rooms are modern and practical, the previously mentioned bathroom is extraordinary, above it solar panels allow the hot water tank to be heated. The immense and numerous terraces have been designed to enjoy the view of the pond which is the centerpiece of this property. The charm of the pontoon leading to the central kiosk is a total success! The main gîte is completely renovated with numerous skylights providing incredible light. The insulation has been completely redone (as well as for the main house), the shower rooms have Bluetooth mirrors (very original gadget!). The gardener's house has an old decoration, the heating is provided by electric convectors. The 12x6 swimming pool with a depth ranging from 0.90m to 2m is salt, with a heat pump and an electric cover, it is 4 years old. It is a haven of peace and tranquility with a rare charm.
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
Castle Nouzilly (37)
This is a 15-hectare property with a 750m2 castle and numerous outbuildings consisting of two apartments, offices, several garages with a real mechanics workshop, a reception room above one of the garages with lounges, a kitchen, and a cozy spot for vintage car enthusiasts. There are old boxes (5 large and 2 small are to be restored), a shed for gardening equipment, an old greenhouse, separate gardens, and fountains on the property. An old swimming pool and an old tennis court need to be completely renovated. The castle includes four lounges on the ground floor, a dining room opening onto a large and beautiful terrace, two equipped kitchens for entertaining friends, and a very warm bar area inviting you to taste the local offerings. To access the first floor, you can choose between two staircases or an elevator. This floor consists of an office, two bedrooms including one very large bedroom, two dressing rooms, two bathrooms, a library, and a lounge. The second floor includes three lounges, three bedrooms, three bathrooms or showers, and a dressing room. An impressive wine cellar is located in the basement of the castle, a place for storage and, once again, conviviality. The park is made up of meadows, remarkable trees, an old greenhouse with a vegetable garden, an English garden, and various terraces for seclusion. Some work will be necessary to restore the luster of this gem. Not to be missed. Located 20 km north of Tours, 75 km from Le Mans (for vintage car fans).This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
Manor Truyes (37)
18 km south of Tours, a wonderful real estate complex consisting of a 415 m2 manor, two gîtes, one called the chapel of 92 m2, the other called the Bergerie of 68 m2, a caretaker's house 'approximately 150m2, a duplex studio of 29m2, an apartment of 59m2, a magnificent barn with doors of approximately 130m2, a second barn, a cellar, two towers, one square, the other round. The property covers 89 hectares 64 to 22 hectares including 55 hectares of woods and 34 hectares of agricultural land. A 5X10 chlorine swimming pool with the liner changed in 2006 will delight young and old. This property has a lot of charm, the origin of the manor dates back to 1529. You will have the possibility to rent the cottages seasonally or year-round, the independence is total and not overlooked. The manor is made up of several guest room suites. The gîtes are in good condition, the manor and the caretaker's house require some decoration work. Two wells exist and are used for watering the lawn and a pretty vegetable garden. Everything is in one piece without constraint. All 18km from Tours, close to a town with all shops. Extremely rare property and absolutely calm.
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
Mill Vouvray (37)
Unique ! This property is located 10km from the center of Tours, 15 minutes from the TGV station connecting Paris in one hour. It is made up of an old windmill dating from the middle of the 18th century, completely renovated with an area of 398m2, a house called 'the marine bar' of 72m2, an annex called 'England' of 30m2, a caretaker's house of 56m2, various garages, numerous cellars (more than 250m2) all on a walled plot of 2 hectares including 1 hectare of vines with an average production of 700L. The advantages: a 12x6 salt swimming pool, a magnificently planted park (two beautiful cedars), an exceptional dominant view, a southern exposure with sunsets, and not overlooked. The main residence with its old and also modern charm is composed of two entrances, a living room with its period wallpapers, a dining room, a Godin equipped kitchen, a utility room, a magnificent library, a laundry room, a boiler room, 5 bedrooms with shower or bathroom rooms, two dressing rooms, 3 hallways, the painted papers come from Zuber. And on the top floor, the so-called 'lookout' room, a rotunda room with a modern style of 62m2, a real space of well-being with incredible views of the surrounding area. The marine bar, as its name suggests, is a charming café with its bistro tables, its zinc, a small kitchen, a shower room, toilet and on the 1st floor a large bedroom. 'England' is made up of a workshop/office on the ground floor and upstairs with its independent exterior entrance a bedroom with its shower room. The caretaker's house, also independent, is made up of a dining room, a kitchen, a bedroom and a shower room. This property is completely preserved, not overlooked and yet the town center of this small town is 2 minutes away on foot to go shopping. It is a family property and also for friends. It's a real favorite.
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
House with pool and garden Saint-Roch (37)
This is a delightful house in impeccable condition, with 110m2 of living space plus a complete basement on a very beautifully landscaped garden of 1132m2. You access this house through an electric gate, and the asphalt driveway allows you to park your cars under a beautiful traditional canopy that accommodates 4 cars. The house was built in 1979 in a traditional style and has undergone enormous improvements since. It comprises on the ground floor an entrance, a cross-through living room with a dining area and a lounge with a fireplace (insert), a high-end equipped kitchen, a bedroom, a shower room, and a separate toilet. Of course, you have access to a west-facing terrace towards the garden and another east-facing terrace towards the pool. On the first floor, the flooring is Canadian maple, and there is a study landing leading to two lovely bedrooms with cathedral ceilings and a bathroom with a toilet. The basement includes a storage room, an office, a laundry area, a workshop, a cellar, and the technical room for the pool. The 7X4 pool (depth 1.2m to 1.8m) on the west side is saltwater with a heat pump, recently equipped with a fiber liner, secured by grids and a gate, with a 50m2 beach area. The garden is beautifully landscaped, includes 3 terraces: one of 60m2 to the West accessible from the dining room and kitchen with a Médicis balcony, one to the South of 40m2 bordered by palm and banana trees, and one of 30m2 to the East towards the pool plus the 50m2 beach area. A well with a 30m borehole is installed, allowing for automatic watering in the garden. All the materials used are of high quality: Porcelanosa tiles, double-glazed windows with mosquito nets, composite shutters, granite countertops with quartz splashbacks, Neff appliances, electric velux windows, a video intercom, and a natural slate roof... you will understand that everything is of excellent quality. Located 15 minutes from the Tours train station in a charming village, in a residential area. Let yourself be enchanted by this house which holds more decorative surprises for you!This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
House with garden Montlouis-sur-Loire (37)
Very beautiful bourgeois house of approximately 291 m2, completely renovated including two gîtes, a guest room, various terraces in the center of Montlouis sur Loire on a plot of 722m2. This property has been magnificently renovated with great taste, the materials are of quality, a ten-year guarantee is on part of the coverage. The exteriors are refined with numerous terraces. The entrances to the gîtes and guest rooms do not encroach on the privacy of others, everything has been designed for comfort. I'm warning you, it's a favorite house!!
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
Manor Tours (37)
Dream property 16 km from Tours with 546 m2 of living space on 8 ha 23 of park and woods. Salt swimming pool, billiard room, sauna, bowling green, 2 ponds, all entirely enclosed with fences. The volumes of this residence are impressive. All in impeccable condition. This residence is grandiose. To visit very quickly!
…By Val De Loire Sologne - Sotheby's International Realty
Castle Chaumont (52)
Ref.4464 : French listed château for sale in Haute-Marne department. This chateau, a major building in the region, is located in Haute-Marne (52), between Champagne and Lorraine, in a rural village in the heart of the Sueurre valley, dominated by two wooded hills. From the outside, a trained eye will notice the rusticated stone gateway, where the spires of the old drawbridge are embedded. This gateway is adorned with a sculpted stone facade characteristic of the second French Renaissance. Only the pedestrian entrance is used today, while the main entrance is via the main gate through the park. Just 500 metres outside the village, there is a supermarket for everyday needs, while the town of Chaumont, with its many shops and services, can be reached in 20 minutes (24 km). The A5 motorway is half an hour away, making it possible to reach Paris in 3 hours. The nearest airports are Strasbourg (230 km), Basel-Mulhouse (250 km) and Lyon (325 km). Ideally located on the route of the abbeys and châteaux of Haute-Marne, the château offers privileged access to renowned historic sites such as the Abbaye de la Crête and the Abbaye des Sept Fontaines. Nearby, you can enjoy a 9-hole golf course at Arc-en-Barrois (48 km) and several horse-riding centres, the nearest being 15 km away. There are also plenty of tourist attractions in the surrounding area, including the Domaine des Trois Forêts (Center Parcs), Colombey-les-Deux-Églises with La Boisserie, the family home of General de Gaulle, and the Charles de Gaulle Memorial. The village's main street passes in front of the gatehouse, without generating any noise pollution, as the ground floor rooms have double windows, as was customary under Louis XV, and the bedrooms overlook the courtyard of honour, on the parkland side. Its sober defensive facade is not eye-catching, but it supports a garden level that is entirely vaulted with 16th-century ribbed ceilings. The ornamentation is a moving testimony to the Louis XV period. Add to this the superimposition of different architectural styles, from the Middle Ages to the 19th century, the century of industry, and you have a plunge into the strata of history that is sure to whet your curiosity. The gatehouse overlooking the road is no longer used. Today, the entrance is via the gravelled main courtyard overlooking the park. The façade on the courtyard side has just been professionally refurbished, adding even more splendour to this vast château with its 1,400sqm of living space. The ground floor and 1st floor offer around 740sqm of living space each, with ceiling heights of around 4.5 metres. On the ground floor, you enter through the main door into the interior of the porter's house. You will notice a mosaic with gold tesserae on the ceiling and frescoes of sea anchors. To the left is a vestibule with the start of the 1st Empire wooden grand staircase leading to the 1st floor. Following on from the vestibule is the VIP dining room, a beautiful noble space (approx. 55 sqm) with natural wood panelling, an imposing Louis XV Rococo fireplace and fine china cabinets. The ceiling features a gypsum Maltese cross. Further on, a vaulted living room with ribbed ceilings highlights an architectural feature characteristic of the Middle Ages. The parquet floors are herringbone, as throughout the château. A double door gives access to the crockery room with its stone and zinc sink. This vaulted room, now used as a reception room, leads to the 18th-century entrance hall with its white Lorraine stone staircase and wrought-iron banister by Jean Lamour, then on to the large Louis XV drawing room in the left wing. Everything here is wood panelled and richly decorated, like the frescoes of horns of plenty. There is also a beautiful Louis XV Rococo-style fireplace and double windows. The Grand Salon is extended by another salon, known as the ‘Bird Salon’, entirely panelled in Louis XV style and adorned with a white marble Rocaille fireplace. It is decorated with Restoration period furniture and a French billiard table (Charles X). The firebacks all bear the coat of arms of Guillaume Tavernier de Boullonge, treasurer of Louis XV's extraordinary war department, who had the château rebuilt in 1766. The south tower houses a toilet and a linen room with a fireplace under its barrel vault (formerly the castle chapel). From the gateway, in the centre of the main courtyard, a corridor decorated with hunting trophies leads off to the right to a monumental kitchen topped by a ribbed vault. The kitchen is the size of the château. Everything is still as it was in the 16th and 17th centuries: vegetable garden, cast-iron oven, copper fountain, collection of copperware and porcelain and, more recently, the labels of the wines that were served. On the right, as you leave the kitchen, there is a notice board used to call the servants. Once you have passed the staff dining room (designed to seat 15 people), which adjoins the kitchen, you will come to a surprisingly bright white room. This dairy, all carved stone, had to be spotlessly clean. It is richly decorated with a collection of copper and pewter (*). Further on, you come to the square north tower housing a vaulted room (here, as in the kitchen, the main dining room and the adjoining drawing room, in the old medieval main building) that served as a guard room. From here, a stone spiral staircase leads to the 1st floor. The right wing features a series of lounges on the ground floor, a summer kitchen and a toilet, accessed via an exterior door leading to the courtyard of the outbuildings. In the left wing, after passing through the entrance protected by a beautiful marquise, you will discover Napoleon's bedroom upstairs. Legend has it that he spent a night here! This generously sized room has Louis XV panelling and an alcove that blend harmoniously with the furniture, fireplace and trumeau from the First Empire. This was the bedroom of Duke Decrès. A warm note emanates from the adjoining study, thanks to a pale yellow ‘bee’ wallpaper. The atmosphere here is almost ‘intimate’, despite the weight of the history it contains. It is conceivable that the maritime aspect of the Egyptian campaign was developed in this room.... Behind the alcove is a toilet and a hidden staircase leading to a servant's bedroom on the mezzanine floor. Still on the first floor, a bathroom opens onto a long corridor that leads to the Duke's bedroom, his study and a landing that opens onto a library. The Duke Decrès's sea charts add a touch of the exotic to this place dedicated to travel and exploration. You can continue your exploration by taking the corridor leading from the library to the bedroom and sitting room of the Duke of Albufera. The first floor of the south tower has two bedrooms, one with fine Louis XV panelling and an alcove, a bathroom and a toilet. Further on, on the landing of the grand staircase leading to the main entrance, you will come across an imposing studded door, sheathed in leather, which marks the passageway to the flats of Duchesse Decrès. A flat overlooking the park has been entirely dedicated to her, with a complete suite: bedroom with Louis XV panelling and white marble rocaille fireplace, back door to a dressing room (formerly a hidden passageway), study with fireplace, bathroom with wc, sitting room with Louis XV panelling and rocaille fireplace, then a panelled bedroom opening onto a small bathroom. In this intimate space, on the scale of the place, the Louis XV panelling and a back door lend themselves to the play of romantic intrigue. The same cannot be said of the flats of the Marquis de Bonnevilliers, located in the right wing. Comprising a large drawing room and a bedroom followed by a bathroom with toilet in the gallery, this suite has a more masculine feel. Other rooms, notably in the towers and on the ground floor to the north, including a summer kitchen, make up almost the entire residence. We'll stop here to leave a little more room for surprise when you discover all the rooms in this castle, of which there are more than 35. You'll need just a few minutes to find your way around this exceptional residence, which is steeped in history both large and small, with anecdotes sure to crop up and the invisible people, the servants, whose moving traces can be found in the attic.... * Furniture is not included in the sale. The outbuildings include: a bakery, a laundry room, a large barn, two stables, a tack room, an upstairs service flat, a coach house, a workshop, a cow shed, a laundry room, a hen house and a dovecote. The ceilings in the stable are recent, but the rest of the rooms are in original condition. The wood-fired boiler in the stables, overhauled in 2021, will need to be relaunched. The caretaker's cottage, built over vaulted cellars, comprises a living room with kitchen, three bedrooms, a bathroom and two bedrooms upstairs. It is heated by an oil-fired boiler and has a vegetable garden with a tool shed and a kennel. At the southern end of the estate is the imposing main gate, recently restored. Let the gentle tinkling of the River Sueurre, which runs through the estate, be your guide as you enter the grounds. Following a pleasant path through the undergrowth, known as the ‘3 springs’, you will cross three bridges spanning several branches of the river. On the right is a pond with still, dark waters, contrasting with the quivering of a small waterfall downstream. An ancient gazebo, witness to a past that was also glorious, stands next to an old fishpond that was once poisoned. As you walk up the bridle path towards the château, the coolness of the tall trees will make you forget the heatwave for a moment. Others won't mind, like the squealing children who can splash about and play on the beach set up for them on the banks of the Sueurre. Further on, an ancient semi-circular open-air theatre occupies the site of the Renaissance garden bordered by two turrets and a rose garden. A dovecote, as straight as an I, acts as a mineral punctuation mark in a planted environment. The English-style park features woods (around 1.5 hectares), meadows, rivers and springs. It is enclosed by a stone wall and a wire fence. Overlooking the park, with the façade of the château in the background, are the remains of an orangery built in 1830. A sundial sits in the middle of the main courtyard. Facing the park designed in 1855 for Princess Mathilde, the estate once stretched as far as the forest, which can be seen in the distance. Copses of trees line either side of a gently sloping lawn, extended by pastoral meadows. There is not a single modern-day scar to disturb this unchanging landscape, worthy of a posthumous William Turner painting. From all the rooms overlooking the south-east façade, you'll be swept away by the view and a delightfully romantic atmosphere, filled with reveries and autumnal dawns. The total surface area of the property is 11.70 acres (4ha 73a 60ca). Cabinet LE NAIL – Aube - Mr Michel FLOIRAT : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Michel FLOIRAT, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 404 179 657. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.
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