Réf.4895 : To the east of Nantes, charming 17th-C. manor house set in extensive wooded grounds (Loire-Atlantique) Situated some twenty kilometres east of Nantes, Le Loroux-Bottereau enjoys a particularly sought-after location: close enough to the city to benefit from its jobs and infrastructure, whilst retaining a strong rural and wine-growing identity. The town now has a population of nearly 8,600 and is one of the major centres of the Nantes wine-growing region. Le Loroux-Bottereau lies at the heart of the Nantes wine-growing region, in a rolling landscape featuring a mix of vineyards, hedgerows, sunken lanes, woods and unobstructed views. Several watercourses run through the town, which is situated close to the famous Goulaine Marshes, one of the most remarkable natural areas in Loire-Atlantique. It is a town where you can enjoy an authentic way of life, surrounded by vineyards and open countryside, whilst remaining connected to a major city. The manor house is set within a rural landscape of valleys and vineyards, typical of this transitional area between the Loire and the Vendée bocage. It follows the classic model of a rural Nantes manor house, with an enclosed main courtyard, outbuildings and the main residential block. The property is accessed via a path through the meadows. The manor house can be glimpsed through an old wrought-iron gate. The main house, with a living area of 397 sqm, comprises a ground floor partly raised above the cellar and two upper floors, As soon as you step inside, you sense that the house has a soul. It has retained its original features: its old terracotta floor tiles, wood panelling, fireplaces and beams. Numerous details show that the previous owners maintained it with great care and passion. The ground floor comprises, starting from a small central entrance hall, - South-west side: a living room and two bedrooms, one of which has a shower and washbasin area. - North-east side: a kitchen preceded by a hallway containing a toilet and a washbasin. A small dining room, a large dining room, and a spacious room (formerly a wine press cellar). A magnificent stone staircase leads to the upper floors. The first floor comprises: a landing, with a corridor leading to: - South-west side: accessed via a corridor, a bedroom with en-suite bathroom, two further bedrooms, one with a washroom. - North-east side: from a small entrance hall, a bedroom with a washroom, an attic (sloping ceiling). An original wooden staircase leads to the upper floor. The second floor comprises: - South-west side: accessed via a corridor, a spacious bedroom with a shower room (washbasin and bidet). A small bedroom and another room under the eaves. Utility rooms and attics on the third floor. OUTBUILDINGS : Perpendicular to the main house are the outbuildings, built of local stone, with brick-framed openings and tiled roofs (in need of repair) Other storage areas and a garage in the driveway. A small shed with a tiled roof. LAND : The estate covers more than 10 acres. The first section, measuring approximately 8,500 sqm, is entirely enclosed by stone walls. At the entrance, the main courtyard is lined with lime trees and century-old plane trees, which provide shade and character to the whole setting. To the east, a spacious terrace extends from the reception rooms and opens out onto the grounds. It offers an unobstructed and soothing view of the surrounding meadows. On the left-hand side of the grounds lies a large pond surrounded by stone walls. To the right, an orchard area completes the ensemble, featuring a mix of fruit trees. The estate is also characterised by the presence of numerous century-old trees that punctuate the views. The rose beds, carefully scattered throughout, add a touch of refinement. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loire-Atlantique and Vendée - Mrs Nathalie TOULBOT : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Nathalie TOULBOT, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 418 969 077. 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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