manors with reception room for sale Auvergne, France

A genuine manor house, surrounded by grounds of nearly three hectares, 2.5 hours from Paris, in the Nivernais region. A country road, lined with several traditional farms, traverses immense meadows populated with Charolaise beef cattle, before the property slowly starts to come into view: a British-inspired manor surrounded by grounds planted with ancient trees. A gravel area skirts the building and provides parking for several vehicles, while, not far off, an elongated outbuilding faces a well with its wheel. In addition, to the south, the grounds contain a swimming pool and its machine room, whereas several Medici vases mark the entrance to this impressive dwelling. Constructed entirely over a basement level, the three-storey manor’s exteriors feature a polychrome brick and stone composition, cadenced by many large-paned windows topped with stone lintels, while two balconies provide eye-catching architectural elements for its main façade: the first showcases the manor’s front door and is extended by a stone staircase, safeguarded by an ornate bannister with a scroll pattern, the motif of which is then repeated on the upper balcony’s guardrails. With brick and stone quoins and window/door surrounds, the dwelling also boasts a tower, highlighting the edifice’s verticality, which has preserved its brick quoins as well as its horizontal stringcourses indicating its different floors. As for the tower’s upper level, it is clad in regional bricks and punctuated by windows topped with small glazed fanlights, while the manor’s slate roof, hipped over the tower, but gabled everywhere else, has been completely redone and is punctuated by gable dormers with triangular pediments.

Elegant residence built in 1784 of 457 m². Beautiful reception rooms. 5 bedrooms. Garage and vaulted cellars. Landscaped park of 1.21 ha with swimming pool. Located in the heart of Tuscany Auvergne, 23 km from Clermont-Ferrand. Ref 1001.

Just a few minutes from Issoire and 35 km from Clermont-Ferrand, nestled between the Mont-Dore and Livradois mountain ranges, this elegant late 19th-century property stands on the edge of a charming village, in a preserved environment. Close to the A75 motorway (La Méridienne), the train station, and 40 km from Aulnat airport, it offers a perfect balance between character, tranquility, and accessibility. Built in 1892, the house offers 435 m² of living space and 8 bedrooms, arranged around beautiful volumes adorned with superb period features, reflecting the craftsmanship and art of living of the time: solid wood parquet floors, French-style ceilings, moldings, stained glass, gargoyles, fireplaces, and a majestic solid walnut staircase. The ground floor opens onto a spacious entrance hall leading to the reception rooms: dining room, library, lounges, offices, as well as service areas – kitchen, scullery, pantry, shower room, and toilets. On the first floor, a large landing and an antechamber serve four bedrooms, all with a washbasin, as well as two shower rooms. The second floor offers four further bedrooms with a washbasin and closets, two rooms with large storage spaces, and a hallway leading to the attic, which could accommodate an additional shower room. A full attic, a garden level/basement with seven vaulted rooms and two cellars complete the property. The landscaped park of over 8,000 m² features a fishpond, a former bread oven, and a large outbuilding (former woodshed) of 224 m² on the ground, offering excellent potential for conversion. The adjoining farmland (over 4 hectares) stretches down to the river, ensuring privacy and serenity. With its strong character, gracefully combining historical charm, generous spaces, and a privileged location, this property requires some refreshing and compliance work to fully reveal its potential. Ideal as a main residence or a large family holiday home, it is also suitable for high-end hospitality projects: guesthouse, boutique hotel, or fine dining venue. Sale price: €770 000 (fees included, payable by the seller) Energy rating: G Climate rating:G This property is presented by Marie-Laure Courmont +33(0)6 80 44 89 84 – Independent Sales Agent Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

In the countryside, in a quiet area, a superb manor from 1758 renovated between 2000 and 2003 (roof, electricity, plumbing, swimming pool…). About 468 m² for the main house: beautiful dining kitchen, two dining rooms, living room, music room, TV room, 6 bedrooms including two suites, 2 offices, walk-in closets, 4 bathrooms. Oak staircase from Tronçais, beautiful volumes and preserved charm.The independent cottage (approx. 107 m²) includes 4 bedrooms, a dormitory, a living room with kitchen, and 2 bathrooms.A park of 3.93 ha with a heated swimming pool, orchard (apricots, figs, cherries, kiwis…), well, artist workshop, double garage, workshop. Oil heating, partial double glazing, solar panels, 3 compliant septic tanks. Fiber optic planned.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Between the Cantal mountains and the first landscapes of the Lot valley, in the heart of a preserved natural environment among the most sought-after in southern Massif Central, this manor—also referred to as a château—unfolds within a vast estate in a setting of rare serenity. Located close to Aurillac, in one of the most beautiful parts of the Carladès, an ancient viscounty with a rich historical past, the property benefits from a particularly attractive geographical location. At the gateway to the Volcans d’Auvergne Regional Natural Park, at the crossroads of Auvergne and Rouergue, this estate offers easy and rapid access from Aurillac and its airport, while remaining well connected to the main tourist routes leading to Laguiole, Conques, Estaing, the Lot valley, and the vast landscapes of the Aubrac plateau. This remarkable accessibility, combined with a completely preserved environment, gives this château and character estate rare potential. It can accommodate a prestigious family residence, a guesthouse, an artist residency, a seminar venue, a wellness retreat, or a discreet boutique hospitality project. A HISTORIC ESTATE FULL OF CHARACTER The origins of this estate date back to the 16th century, when a fortified house was built in connection with the leading seigneurial families of the Carladès region. Over the centuries, the property developed and expanded while preserving its architectural identity and authenticity. At the end of the 19th century, it became a place of scholarship and research under the influence of an owner passionate about botany and natural sciences. The residence was transformed into a site of collection and study, giving the estate an intellectual and scientific dimension still perceptible today. THE MAIN RESIDENCE Offering approximately 500 sqm of living space and more than 800 sqm of total floor area, the main residence presents a harmonious architecture blending Renaissance influences with additions from the 18th and 19th centuries. Its light stone façades, balanced volumes, towers, and traditional roofs give this manor a refined presence, perfectly integrated into its natural surroundings. The property has benefited from careful restoration work respectful of its authenticity, including the full replacement of all windows with custom-made double glazing, faithfully reproduced in the original style. This ensures modern thermal comfort without compromising the historic character of the residence. Inside the château, original features have been carefully preserved: oak parquet floors, carved fireplaces, wood panelling, high ceilings, and numerous openings providing exceptional natural light in the reception rooms. The manor and château include notably: • eleven bedrooms • reception salons • a dining room • a kitchen • bathrooms and shower rooms • service and storage areas • a wellness area with sauna A UNIQUE SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL HERITAGE The estate preserves a rare intellectual heritage, directly linked to its scientific past. A 19th-century historic herbarium and an exceptional heraldic collection give this property a unique cultural identity, illustrating the scholarly activity that once took place here. Certain rooms of the château still bear witness to this distinctive vocation. OUTBUILDINGS The property includes several additional buildings offering extensive possibilities: • an independent caretaker’s house of approximately 65 sqm • former stables of approximately 90 sqm • various ancillary spaces • an elegant consecrated neo-Gothic chapel, a landmark feature of the estate A 16-HECTARE ESTATE The estate extends over more than 16 hectares of woodland, meadows, and structured landscaped parkland. The outdoor spaces provide a particularly peaceful living environment. Centuries-old trees structure the perspectives, while a decorative pond and walking areas enhance the quality of the landscape. The estate benefits from a dual water supply system—private spring and municipal network—ensuring comfort, autonomy, and operational security. Facing due south, the château enjoys abundant natural light and open views over the rolling landscapes of the Carladès. ACCESSIBILITY Located just minutes from Aurillac and its airport, the property benefits from easy and fast access while maintaining complete privacy. It lies within a major tourist region of southern Auvergne, close to: • the Volcans d’Auvergne Regional Natural Park • the high plateaus of the Cantal and family ski resorts • the listed villages of northern Aveyron • major hiking routes • the Lot valley and its remarkable heritage sites POTENTIAL Thanks to its layout, history, and location, this manor offers exceptional potential for multiple uses: • prestigious family residence • charming guesthouse • discreet boutique hotel • artist residency • seminar or private event venue • high-end restoration project The architectural coherence of the château, the quality of construction, and the richness of the estate allow for a harmonious and sustainable development. A rare estate combining a historic residence where history, nature, and architecture come together with elegance. A truly inspiring place, steeped in history, rooted in nature, and open to the future.