luxury real estate for sale Loir en Vallée, France

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Close to La Chartre-sur-le-Loir, in a dominant position, a classified neo-Gothic castle with nearly 5 hectares of park, meadows, and woods. At the edge of the Bercé state forest and at the exit of a picturesque village with shops, the estate is set back and not overlooked, enclosed by old walls with gates or hedges. The property is organized around its castle, set on the slope of a hill, at the center of a park that mixes meadows, AOC lands, and woods. Built between 1908 and 1913 and classified MH since 1984, the residence is emblematic of the flamboyant neo-Gothic style, which was once very popular among the aristocracy and the upper bourgeoisie. With an area of approximately 275 m², it has four levels including a ground floor and an attic. The slate roofs are punctuated by numerous dormer windows. The cornices, corner chains, dormer windows, and window frames are made of tuffeau. To the east and west, stone staircases with railings lead to an entrance hall and a kitchen. The western facade is bordered by a terrace overlooking the garden. On the facades of the building, flint from the Loir valley interacts with sculpted tuffeau to recreate the aesthetic of a chivalric manor. The architecture evokes the medieval repertoire, with systematic use of the pointed arch, lancets, and stained glass, focusing on a search for light and verticality of lines. A pepperpot turret, suspended on molded corbels, flanks the residence, topped with a slate extinguishing cap. Wide stone mullioned windows punctuate the ground floor, while on the first floor, paired windows are set under their delicately sculpted pointed arches. A richly pierced stone balustrade with quatrefoils overlooks the south gable.This description has been automatically translated from French.

To the north of Tours, on more than 6 hectares of meadows and woods, an elegant 18th-century Loire property has been restored. Once a vineyard, fully restored 15 years ago, the property takes its name from local history. Passing through the gate, the residence stands out with its symmetry and the nobility of its materials. Built on a rectangular plan, with partly glazed pavilions reconstructed at its ends, the main building is raised over two levels beneath a fine slate roof, pierced with pedimented dormers. The main façade, facing the setting sun, reflects the sober classicism of the 18th century and more opulent alterations from the 19th and 20th centuries. The whole is rhythmically punctuated by windows with dressed stone frames, topped with discreet cornices. The interior features an approximate living space of 320 m². The outbuildings are arranged around a courtyard of honor. At the back, the house conceals a garden enclosed by plant hedges, sheltered from view. Successive terraces overlook the landscape, which consists of a large meadow and a wooded slope. Behind the woods, on a plateau, lie two meadows and a private landing strip for ultralight aircraft. Paddocks and a horse shelter are located behind the outbuildings.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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Nestled in a verdant setting in the heart of the Sarthe region, just 5 minutes from La Chartre-sur-le-Loir and 40 minutes from Tours, this former 175 sq m (1,884 sq ft) tuffeau stone winemaker's house sits on over 3 hectares (2.5 acres) of land. Initially reimagined by an artist, this property enhances its origins with a renovation boasting a bold and welcoming aesthetic. The living space revolves around a spacious dining room with a wood-burning stove and a cozy living room adorned with beautiful burgundy wood paneling. The ground-floor master suite, located in the historic section of the house, features a bathroom with breathtaking panoramic views through a semicircular bay window. The main level also includes a glass-roofed office with a library, a semi-open-plan fitted kitchen, and a second bedroom with an en-suite shower room. Upstairs, exposed beams define two bright bedrooms, one of which opens onto a suspended terrace overlooking the valley. A bathroom completes this level. Outside, a landscaped garden boasts a variety of plants, fruit trees, and a small bamboo grove. Several spaces and terraces invite contemplation of this unspoiled setting, complemented by a carport, a woodshed, a workshop, and a beautiful outbuilding awaiting completion, offering significant creative potential. This timeless haven, nestled between sky and rolling hills, just 55 minutes from Le Mans and Blois, provides a rare refuge for those seeking absolute serenity. Energy Rating: D / Climate Rating: B Estimated average annual energy costs for standard use, based on current energy prices: between EUR3,180 and EUR4,320 per year. Contact (EI): Romane BLIN at 33 6 87 61 30 66. Sales agent registered with the RSAC of Le Mans under number 939 119 145. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Nestled in the heart of one of France's most remarkable classified villages, sumptuous château of approximately 800sqm embodying the French art de vivre, with its magnificent terraced gardens and outbuildings for sale. A true jewel of French architectural heritage, the residence comprises on the ground floor a majestic entrance hall, an elegant living room, a dining room, a library, a master bedroom with its shower room, a kitchen and a back kitchen. Served by a grand staircase or lift, the first floor reveals six large refined suites. The top level offers five spacious bedrooms, three shower rooms and a bathroom. An outbuilding known as the "Orangerie" houses an indoor swimming pool with sauna and hammam, a television lounge and in the former stables a fully equipped gymnasium. On the upper floor, a vast reception room can accommodate large events. Two medieval towers majestically frame the entrance to the estate, bearing witness to a rich historical past. Impressive troglodyte cellars, typically French in character, house games rooms and living spaces. A caretaker's house of approximately 120m² completes this exceptional ensemble, a true ambassador of French heritage and elegance benefiting from a privileged location twenty minutes from the TGV station serving Paris in only 42 minutes.

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Located in the heart of a renowned troglodyte village, a house dating from the 12th and 15th centuries. Approximately 255sqm in size, spread over two wings facing south, it is organized around an outdoor patio and consists of a large living room with fireplace, a dining room, a kitchen, and an old chapel now converted into a workshop, as well as a ground-floor cellar. The first floor hosts three suites. The top level offers a fourth bedroom with its bathroom and an attic to be converted. Terraced gardens and a garage complete this exceptional property located 20 minutes from the TGV station serving Paris in 42 minutes.]

Located in the "Perche Vendômois", just a stone's throw from a calm and peaceful village with a breathtaking view over the valley, this history-laden château set on approximately 2 hectare of land offers a living space of around 400sqm. The property is composed of several buildings, including a medieval tower dating from the 13th century, a wing dating from the 15th century, and an outbuilding known as the Chapel. The oldest part of the ground floor houses a large reception room and a small room that can serve as a bedroom or office, while the more recent section includes an entrance hall, a large dining kitchen, two bathrooms one of which features a hammam and sauna, as well as a utility room. The first floor offers a large bedroom with a full en-suite bathroom and two additional bedrooms, one of which is located in the tower itself, while the other part of the building houses three bedrooms, a study and a large living area. Also accessible from this first floor, a large attic of approximately 60sqm completes the space. The Chapel, an outbuilding of approximately 300sqm spread over 3 levels, offers numerous conversion possibilities. In the courtyard, troglodyte dwellings house vaulted cellars and a bread oven, while an orchard enhances the grounds, wo feudal mottes and woods embellish the property and accentuate the character of the ensemble. A swimming pool crowns this unique architectural ensemble, entirely renovated to the highest standards, harmoniously blending modern comfort with historical character.

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Located in the peaceful and picturesque setting of Saint Vincent du Lorouer, just 35 minutes from Le Mans, this splendid fully renovated longhouse offers a true haven of peace, combining old-world charm with modern comfort. With over 300 m² of living space (368 m² total floor area), this exceptional property will captivate you with its generous volumes, high-quality renovation, and warm atmosphere. The interior is a tribute to fluidity and noble materials. The ground floor unfolds as a series of harmonious and light-filled living spaces. The kitchen, the true heart of the home, has been thoughtfully designed: a welcoming central island, modern equipment, stone worktops?perfectly blending with original features. Two large, bright living rooms, one with a wood-burning stove, and a cozy lounge provide a variety of relaxation areas, all widely open onto the terrace and garden through large bay windows. On the sleeping side, this level offers two master suites, providing single-level comfort and preserved privacy. An office, a laundry room, and two toilets complete this floor. Upstairs, there are four generously sized bedrooms, including two master suites with their own shower rooms and walk-in closets. Another modern shower room and a separate toilet ensure comfort for the whole family. The sloping ceilings add unique charm to this level, ideal for creating a reading nook, play area, or artist's studio. On the garden side, let yourself be carried away by the magic of the. A vast plot of over 7,000 m² invites contemplation. The sun-drenched terrace, accessible from the living areas, is the perfect place to share meals with family or friends. A superb, secure swimming pool with clean lines extends the pleasures of summer. A covered summer kitchen with barbecue and bar promises wonderful convivial evenings by the pool. An independent studio of nearly 23 m², with shower room and toilet, offers multiple possibilities: guest room, holiday rental, or space for a teenager. An outbuilding with workshop, a cellar, a garden shed, and a wood shelter complete this unique property. Having undergone a complete and meticulous renovation using noble and durable materials, this exceptional property is much more than just a house. It is a unique living space where every detail has been designed to provide well-being and serenity. Whether you are a lover of stone, seeking wide open spaces, or looking for a property with strong character, this longhouse will win you over. Energy Rating: C / Climate Rating: A Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between euros3,230 and euros4,380 (based on 2021, 2022, and 2023 rates, subscription included). Agency fees payable by the seller. Contact (EI): Amélie LERAY at +33 6 43 33 53 97 Commercial agent registered with the RSAC of Le Mans under number 794 374 702. Information on risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Ref.3869 : Magnificent chateau for sale in Sarthe department. Easily accessible by motorway (15 minutes), this property is located between Le Mans and Tours, in a preserved environment. This beautiful castle has retained all its exterior architectural character. A true home for living. From the very first moment, the charm is undeniable: spacious rooms, bright reception areas, a warm and welcoming atmosphere… The château naturally invites you to imagine: • a large family home • a prestigious second home • a place for intergenerational gatherings With its numerous bedrooms and living spaces, it lends itself perfectly to family life rich in shared moments. Part restored and modernised this family owned domain offers numerous possibilities This chateau has already benefited from a significant restoration, conserving the potential future options permitting the next owners to finish the project depending upon their wishes. The ground floor opens onto the entrance hall, situated in the tower beneath an elegant carved stone staircase leading to a gallery and a toilet. Next comes a spacious 110 sqm reception room, fully modernised, with large tiled floors, an octagonal coffered ceiling and breathtaking views over the park and the Fare Valley. Discreetly equipped with a video projector, a motorised screen and an integrated audio system, it can serve as a family lounge, dining room or reception area. A functional bar is situated at the western end, with access to a storage area. The tower’s cloakroom offers the possibility of installing an internal lift. At the other end, a large fireplace and double doors open onto the 35 sqm dining room, featuring a rib-vaulted ceiling, stone columns, panelling and original herringbone parquet flooring. The 15 sqm ‘small sitting room’ continues this décor, with double aspect, a carved fireplace and period parquet flooring. From the dining room, a service staircase leads discreetly to the upper floors, whilst the 31 sqm semi-professional kitchen, complete with pantries and a dumbwaiter, provides direct access to the basement. Finally, behind the bar in the main lounge, an internal passage leads to the former chapel, which has been partially modernised and can be adapted to suit your needs. The first floor has been renovated and modernised today providing 2 family rooms, an independent shower room with wc, 1 standard bedroom with shower room and 4 luxury individually decorated suites. The second floor remains in its configuration when the property was used as a holiday centre for children with its dormitories and communal shower blocks, all presented in good condition and representative of how the 1st floor once was: an internal project of refurbishment depending upon the project of the future owner... perhaps apartments, cinema rooms, further guest rooms, etc. A small door on the landing on the 2nd floor leads us up to 2 hidden rooms and an attic space in the high tower above the central stairs. In line with the traditional construction of the period underneath the whole of the ground floor we have a basement/garden level. Today home to the modernised heating/boiler room, laundry rooms, wine cellar, storage and 2nd kitchen area with the original changing rooms for the staff and dumb waiter. The outbuildings include : A/ A large building of approximately 175 sqm: the main outbuilding has been part converted on the ground floor providing a spacious professionally equipped gym and sauna. The remaining ground floor rooms are ideal for conversation into seminar or entertainment rooms with the 1st floor ripe for extra accommodation space if required. The current owners have also completed an annexe within this larger outbuilding with separate access from the rear providing a living room with office, a double bedroom and shower and wc... easily converted into a studio apartment if required. B/ A guest lodge: on the ground floor: open plan modern kitchen of 15 sqm with island into lounge 41 sqm a light triple aspect room, an office of 6 sqm, shower room, wc and 2 bedrooms, 20 sqm and 15 sqm both with dressing areas. An attic above covers the whole area and with good headheight is ripe for conversion. C/ Additional outbuildings: - a large wooden barn/garage and workshop - a stone built stable block - the ruins of three old houses near the entrance gate - a modern stable block/garage - kennels - a dove loft An exceptional 25-hectare estate The landscaped grounds offer a unique setting, perfect for peace, quiet and unwinding: • centuries-old trees • vast open spaces • unobstructed views of the countryside • swimming pool A true haven of nature, where time seems to stand still. The recently completed salt pool tiled with Bali (giving an enticing blue water effect) including submerged sun deck, waterfall feature, intergrated lighting and speakers and « travertin » terrace area of 150 sqm is located in the former walled garden, offering privacy and natural separation from the château and its outbuildings. The lawned area next to the pool also has the unique possibility of housing an up to 500 sqm of new construction (maybe a reception hall, spa area, etc.). To the east of the château courtyard, underneath the trees is a raised exotic wooden deck with jacuzzi. Offering views over the lawns and valley below as well as the château, a picturesque setting to enjoy those evening drinks and shared party moments with friends and family. The main entrance drive benefits from a recent tarmac road with lighting and there is also a separate gated « trades » entrance drive. Within the 25 hectares there are the central courtyard with fountain, formal lawns, walled pool area, parking, fields and paddocks (currently cut as hay), woodland, etc. Cabinet LE NAIL – Touraine - Loire Valley – M. Tony WELLS : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Tony WELLS, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 444 692 156. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of this magnificent castle located in Saint-Germain-d'Arcé, 15 minutes from the highway, 35 minutes from Le Mans and Tours. Offering exceptional rooms, the authentic architecture elegantly blends history and modernity with its majestic tower, carved elements, and a remarkable staircase, all nestled in a lush park. A residence where every detail exudes grandeur and refinement. On the ground floor, spacious rooms bathed in light feature beautiful fireplaces, ideal for cozy moments, in the small lounge and dining room. A large modernized lounge equipped with new technology (video projector, motorized screen, integrated audio system) with a bar, offers a natural tableau from its openings overlooking hectares of greenery and the surrounding countryside. The quality renovation allows for premium amenities. The restored first floor offers personalized sleeping areas combining contemporary comfort and the charm of the old. Outside, a jacuzzi and a saltwater pool with Bali stone guarantee comfort and relaxation. The careful restoration preserves the original character while meeting all contemporary requirements. The property includes partially converted outbuildings, a caretaker's house, a well, stables, and an impressive outdoor space conducive to tranquility. The entire estate offers a unique experience, perfect for a family residence or a prestigious welcoming project. Discover an exclusive way of living in this rare castle in the Loire Valley. Price including fees: €2,948,000 (Net seller price: €2,800,600 - fees of 5.2% including VAT charged to the buyer) Presented by Audrey NOBLE DUSSEAU (EI): +33 (0)7.84.16.41.72 - [email protected]. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the site: www.géorisques.gouv.fr

Located in the village of Neuvy le Roi, just 20 minutes from Tours, this house has all the characteristics of a bourgeois residence: beautiful high ceilings, a spacious entrance hall, travertine, parquet flooring... not to mention the typical park with 2 possible entrances. The ground floor consists of an entrance, an office, a kitchen, a shower/laundry room, a vestibule, and a living room opening onto the dining room. You will have 6 bedrooms, some with en-suite bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The 5415 m2 plot includes a dependency used as a garage as well as a large barn. There is a cellar under the house.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Karacterre® - Located in a protected environment, this charming property offers approximately 580 m² of living space, spread across three separate buildings. The entire complex blends harmoniously into a landscaped, enclosed park of nearly 17,000 m². High-quality renovations, a tranquil atmosphere, and a variety of possibilities make this estate an exceptional property. Main Building – Main Residence The main stone building offers spacious rooms and high-quality features. The ground floor includes a large entrance hall, a welcoming living room with a fireplace, a bright dining room, a well-appointed and equipped kitchen, a functional utility room, and a separate toilet. Upstairs, there are three spacious bedrooms, a dressing room, a large bathroom, and a separate toilet. Second building – Longère (traditional farmhouse) Guest house or independent accommodation Tastefully renovated, the ground floor comprises a living room, a dining room, a fitted kitchen, and a lovely bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Upstairs, a large master suite with an en-suite bathroom benefits from abundant natural light and comfortable proportions. A superb indoor swimming pool completes this first section, offering year-round swimming enjoyment. Adjoining this house, an open barn provides an ideal covered space for entertaining or parking, as well as an enclosed barn for storage or workshop use. Third building – Additional reception area This annex building comprises two independent bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, as well as a fully equipped laundry room. Ideal for tourist accommodation, hosting guests, or for running a business independently. Exterior The meticulously landscaped and maintained grounds offer a harmonious blend of lawns, planted areas, hedges, and relaxation spaces. The entire property is fenced, ensuring privacy and security. The peaceful, secluded setting is ideal for relaxation and the development of residential or commercial projects. This rare property, both authentic and versatile, is perfectly suited for family use, a second home, or a hospitality business (gîtes, bed and breakfast, seminars, etc.). Karacterre is an agency specializing in authentic properties. We operate throughout the Pays de la Loire and Brittany regions. Angers, Cholet, Saumur, Le Mans, Rennes, Saint-Malo Discover our properties, including mansions, townhouses, lofts, contemporary homes, private mansions, castles, manor houses, charming farmhouses, character apartments, exceptional properties, luxury properties, charming properties, and investment properties, directly on the Karacterre real estate website. Free valuation upon request. Including fees of 4.96% TTC to be paid by of the purchaser. Price excluding fees 1 310 000 €. Energy class B, Climate class A Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on the year's energy prices 2021: between 1181.00 and 1599.00 €. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

In the heart of a preserved environment spanning 37 hectares, between woods, meadows, and discreet vineyards, the property reveals a character manor composed of nine rooms with generous volumes. The ground floor opens onto a vast and bright living room of more than 40 m2 and a dining room of about 30 m2, ideal for receptions imbued with charm and authenticity, along with an elegant master suite on the ground floor of over 30 m2. A magnificent wooden staircase leads to the first floor, where four bedrooms and a superb library are distributed, a true invitation to tranquility and reflection. Outside, a harmonious set of outbuildings enriches the property: a characterful dovecote, an independent three-bedroom gîte, a caretaker's house, and vast spaces, including a barn of over 230 m2 and a magnificent press offering rare potential for multiple projects. Between timeless elegance and sovereign nature, this unique estate offers an exceptional art of living.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Your IMMO agency but not just that - Perche Sarthois offers for sale this beautiful house built in 1975. With an area of 231 m², you will find: On the ground floor: a spacious entrance, hallway with storage, 4 bedrooms including a master suite, a dressing room, a large living room with fireplace, an independent kitchen with its pantry, a veranda, a bathroom with toilet, separate toilets. Upstairs: 2 bedrooms, each with their own closets, an attic that can be converted. In the basement: 1 bedroom, a shower room with toilet, 2 beautiful rooms to be converted, a laundry room, a workshop, a technical room, and a large garage of 55 m². All on a 1546 m² wooded and green plot. Automatic gate - Automatic irrigation Real estate agency Immo-Maispasque Saint Calais 14 rue des Halles 72120 Saint Calais Purchases-Sales-Estimations Fees included of 3.33% VAT at the expense of the buyer. Price excluding fees 450,000 €. Energy class D, Climate class B Average estimated amount of annual energy expenses for standard use, based on 2021 energy prices: between €3204.00 and €4336.00. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: georisques.gouv.fr. Your advisor Immo but not just that Chateau du Loir: Emilie Mousset Commercial agent (Sole proprietorship) RSAC 904 620 622This description has been automatically translated from French.

Ref.4732 : Manor house with grounds and formal gardens for sale in Loir-et-Cher department Located in a prominent position overlooking the river valley and local village. Excellent access to local amenities and a choice of market towns a short drive away. “Vallée-de-Ronsard” / Ronsard’s valley (named after the French writer Pierre Ronsard), Le Loir running parallel to the north of La Loire, provides a peaceful environment a short distance away from the usual tourist destination with many local attractions along with historical links. The property is roughly equally distant from Vendome, Tours and Le Mans all with TGV links to Paris along with a 10 minute drive to either La Chartre-sur-le-Loir or Montoire-sur-Loir both popular market towns with a good selection of restaurants, etc. Owned and enjoyed for over 30 years this property has undergone a detail restoration by the current owners. Their attention to detail, restoration of many original elements and love of the exterior spaces have created a comfortable family home with an established park and gardens. On the ground floor, the formal entrance is via the tower hallway, an impressive spiral staircase winds its way to the first floor above you. From the hallway a stone arched solid wooden door leads us directly into the main lounge. A 32 sqm double aspect room with period fireplace, leaded windows, stone floors and beamed ceilings create a period feel to this elegant room. The double stone arches lead to an office area and interconnecting snug, both of which have doors to the kitchen area. Again double aspect to enjoy the views on both sides. 23 sqm with modern elements enhancing the original fireplace and features. A second hallway provides access to the formal gardens and a shower room with WC. From the spiral wooden stairs in the tower we access the first floor: 3 bedrooms of 10 sqm, 15 sqm and 21 sqm. Two with carpets and the third straight cut parquet. Period leaded windows provide views over the front and rear gardens. The family bathroom has been modernised and provides bath, shower and wc. Opposite the manor is a charming orangery offering circa 35 sqm of ground floor space with three different open plan parts: kitchen, lounge and sleeping space along with a shower and wc. In addition to this building there are approximately 14 separate “wine caves”. Originally used for the excavation of the tuffeau stone used to build the manor and surrounding farms, these caves then became used for a number of practical purposes ranging from cooking (large fireplaces with bread ovens), storage areas, animal shelters and of course wine cellars. Today one is converted to house the gas central heating boiler, others for storage, etc. With over 1.5 hectare (3.75 acres) of private gardens and park the current owner’s love for the outside space has created various different themes including formal gardens in front of the manor with topiary bushes and specimen trees leading the eye to explore, a stepped garden with dry river leads up a grassed pasture lined by mature pine trees. Their landscaping influences are French, English and Italian. Inside of the gated entrance is a large courtyard providing parking. Cabinet LE NAIL – Touraine - Loire Valley – M. Tony WELLS : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Tony WELLS, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 444 692 156. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Peacefully nestled in the heart of the charming town of Montoire-sur-le-Loir, beautiful character property of approximately 300sqm enhanced by a private garden of approximately 1900sqm perfectly sheltered from outside views. The majestic main building reveals on the ground floor an elegant entrance hall, a sumptuous reception room of approximately 55m², a refined kitchen with its light-filled dining area opening onto the garden, a boiler room, a shower room with toilet and a library giving access to a charming mezzanine accommodating a guest bedroom. The first floor unveils two beautiful bedrooms each with their own private shower room, a luxurious master suite with its complete bathroom, a boudoir and guest toilets. The top level comprises a spare bedroom, an office and a games room. Charming outbuildings with multiple development possibilities as well as an elegant caretaker's house complete this rare and highly sought-after ensemble, superbly positioned in the heart of a renowned and historically rich town, just 25 minutes from the Vendôme TGV station serving Paris in 42 minutes.

A renovated 15th-century manor, with an outbuilding and 1.5-hectare grounds, located near the birthplace of Ronsard in the Loir River Valley. Dating from the Renaissance, the property, neither a national or regional historical monument, is currently located in a protected area and originally formed a hamlet with the surrounding enclosed properties. From a small country lane, a drive leads to one of the property’s five separate entrances. Once past the main entrance, there is a small pavilion, which was converted into a guesthouse, followed by the two-storey, rectangular manor house. Originally from the 15th century, its central building is topped with a local tile gable roof and punctuated by tall cross-windows. Flanked on one side by a stairway tower with a modillion frieze and a slate roof, on the manor’s other gable end, stands a more modest one-storey building topped with an ancient tile roof. With plaster-coated walls, the manor is decorated with an ashlar stone cornice under the eaves as well as tuffeau stone window and door surrounds. In addition, the frames for the house’s single- or double-glazed cross-windows have all been replaced and are safeguarded by interior shutters. Behind the house, 14 cellars have been hollowed out of the hillside, some of which once contained mushroom beds of varying depths. According to local legend, they also once communicated with the nearby Possonnière manor house where Pierre de Ronsard was born. Lastly, the property’s grounds also include a formal garden, an Italian-inspired garden, a landscaped garden, pinewoods, a dry riverbed and a pasture.

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Réf. 4458 : Character home for sale in Loir et Cher department. In the heart of the popular touristic village of Trôo on the banks of the Loir river this home offers comfortable accommodation for a family and guests. The village has 3 restaurants and a short drive (or cycle ride) sees you in the local market town of Montoire sur Loir, 20 mins drive into Vendome or 40mins into Tours both with their TGV links to Paris and beyond. Its layout, made up of tiered terraces, caves, paths and staircases, is highly unusual. With no real streets or center, it's curiosity that makes you want to explore it further. The most common interpretation of its name is “trou”, an allusion to the caves that hollow out the hillside. Trôo would be the old English or Angevin spelling. Its troglodytic dwellings give an idea of how people lived in the past, and the underground network of caves and galleries is a reminder that turbulent periods in our history led people to take refuge here Trôo's history swings between glory days and decline: a privileged geographical location, a territory coveted by the kingdoms of England and France, a resentful Henry IV, a wealthy town of 5,000 souls, religious links, a population involved in the political process... The peaceful 21st century has seen the emergence of a village where life is good, appreciated by tourists, second homes and residents alike. It is all about « lifestyle », whether chateaux, manor or winegrowers cottage each property offers a certain lifestyle to those who have the opportunity to live within. This unconventional property, part troglodyte part house provides an opportunity for a unique lifestyle in harmony with the village that surrounds it. Located on a single no-through access lane, a short walk up from the mayor’s office and a choice of restaurants. The property consists of 2 main buildings linked with part troglodyte accommodation with a central courtyard. With access from the courtyard we have the main lounge, a double aspect 56m² room with double fireplaces, quarry-tiled flooring, exposed oak ceiling beams and original tuffeau stone alcoves. To the rear of this lounge we have the first staircase, an original wooden spiral around a central carved column. A wc is conveniently located across the rear section. Next along we discover the 11c “chapel” of 18m² with vaulted ceiling cut into the rock. Today used as an art studio by the current owner benefitting from plenty of natural light with the large wooden door to the courtyard open. Completing the troglodyte part of this property we have the kitchen of circa 16m² also vaulted with quarry-tiled floor, original stone stove and a storage cellar 7m deep to the rear. The kitchen is well equipped and opens to the second lounge/dining room. A 35m² double aspect room with direct access to the courtyard as well as the lane in front. This room also houses a second staircase with access to the master bedroom above. 1st floor part 1: Above the second lounge/dining room is the master bedroom. 30m², double aspect with private balcony overlooking the valley. En-suite bathroom with wc and access to the upper terrace and garden above. 1st floor part 2: The original wooden spiral leads from the ground floor to the upper two floors in this section. The first floor has been divided into 1 small (10m²) and 1 large double aspect bedroom (25m²) with balcony and shower room/wc between and connecting dressing room behind. This was originally one large bedroom and could be easily converted depending upon requirements. On the floor above we have a corridor with access to a bathroom, wc and large double aspect 4th bedroom (24m²) with pitched ceiling and “bulls eye” window. The corridor also has access to the upper terrace and garden above. Outbuildings : In the lower garden is a single car garage providing storage space or secure parking as required. The property benefits from 3 distinct outside areas. The first a charming courtyard with access to the ground floor of all three aspects of this property. Ideal for al-fresco dining and entertaining. Above the buildings, accessed via a hidden terrace from either the upper corridor or one of the bedrooms is a natural area of around 200m² with commanding views over the village and river valley below. The third outside area is below the buildings, a good sized 300m²+ garden with garage. A gated stairway opposite the house leads from the upper level down to the garden below. Cabinet LE NAIL – Touraine - Loire Valley – M. Tony WELLS : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Tony WELLS, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 444 692 156. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.