private mansions for sale Saumur, France

Built in the late 18th century to host receptions for a prominent figure, this remarkable private mansion—with its neoclassical style characteristic of the Directoire period—offers a rare, peaceful living environment in the heart of Saumur’s historic center. Behind its distinctive façade, the property features spacious reception areas designed for elegant entertaining. A majestic entrance hall leads to a series of four light-filled living rooms, complemented by a large kitchen and a billiards room. The upper floors feature nine bedrooms, including five sumptuous suites recently renovated with remarkable care, most of which have their own private bathrooms. A separate studio, ideal for hosting guests or starting a hospitality business, completes the property. The attics and the former stables still offer significant potential for conversion. The spacious kitchen, with its generous proportions, serves as a true living space, ideal for food enthusiasts who enjoy preparing lavish meals using the exceptional produce available at Saumur’s famous weekly market, located just a few minutes’ walk from the property. Outside, charming gardens surround the residence on every side. Intimate and beautifully landscaped, they offer numerous spaces perfect for relaxation—whether in the shade of the trees or in the sun—while allowing guests to admire the remarkable architecture of this private mansion from various angles. The property enjoys a prime location, just a short walk from restaurants, shops, and the banks of the Loire River, while retaining a remarkable sense of tranquility. Designated a “City of Art and History,” Saumur captivates visitors with its architectural heritage, its iconic castle, its renowned vineyards, and its distinctive Loire Valley lifestyle. Renowned for its equestrian excellence, it also offers all the amenities of a vibrant city: high-quality schools, cultural and sports facilities, a renowned market, and excellent accessibility. Just 1 hour and 30 minutes from Paris by TGV, between Angers and Tours, Saumur is an ideal destination for both a primary residence and an elegant vacation home.

Réf. 4858 : noble townhouse, ideally for guest house activity Situated between Saumur and Poitiers, this elegant townhouse is nestled in the heart of a historic, intimate town, prized for its heritage, tranquillity and quality of life. Here, daily life is simple and pleasant: weekly markets, local shops, schools, cultural and sporting facilities, essential services and access to healthcare allow you to enjoy a practical lifestyle without sacrificing peace of mind. The town charms with its authenticity, its landscapes, its architecture steeped in history and its peaceful atmosphere, ideal for a characterful main residence, a family home or a new life away from the hustle and bustle of major cities. Close to larger centres such as Saumur, Poitiers, Niort and Angers, this location offers a rare balance between accessibility, heritage charm and a relaxed way of life. Behind a striking period gate with electric gates, this characterful property reveals a unique world, steeped in history and perfectly reimagined for modern comfort. This elegant residence, whose original foundations date back to the 15th century and whose extensions were added in the 17th century, was once a coaching inn. Now operating as a guesthouse, it perfectly combines authenticity, refinement and commercial potential. Upon entering, a superb terrace paved with Portuguese stone sets the tone: charm, uniqueness and the art of living. Every room reveals unique details, such as this former confessional converted into a bathroom, testifying to the property’s unusual and precious character. The property also includes a fully furnished detached annex, currently used as a holiday let, offering immediate additional income or a perfect guest house. Inside, several entrances lead into a home designed for ease of movement and comfort: underfloor heating, a top-of-the-range, fully equipped kitchen featuring a Lacanche range cooker, a double fridge, a pantry incorporated into the kitchen units, and a very comfortable space for breakfast or gatherings. The reception rooms flow elegantly from one to the next: an intimate boudoir with 15th-century interior shutters, a remarkably spacious living-dining-library room with a working fireplace and a secret room, and a ground-floor bedroom with an en-suite shower room and private access to the garden. The monumental staircase, a listed feature housed in its original tower, leads to the upper floors with a grandeur exceptional for its era, revealing the building’s historic prestige. Upstairs, several light-filled suites feature original parquet flooring, fireplaces, generous walk-in wardrobes and en-suite bathrooms. Under the eaves, a spectacular 98 m² attic with an inverted boat-hull roof structure offers a glimpse of rare development potential. Outside, the enclosed garden of nearly 1,000 m², filled with rose bushes, completes this exceptional property, which is further enhanced by a separate, spacious laundry room, three remarkable cellars—including a vaulted cellar and a deep wine cellar—a double garage, and a range of technical facilities. A unique residence where heritage, elegance and potential come together seamlessly. Outbuilding : This detached outbuilding, converted from a fully renovated former barn, offers a self-contained living space, currently used as a guest house. It would also be suitable as a guest house, a separate family home or a rental property. The property can be sold furnished. The restoration has favoured simple, high-quality materials, with a focus on comfort and functionality. A large bay window brings plenty of natural light into the living areas. The fitted and equipped kitchen includes a range cooker and two ovens. The living room combines exposed stone and contemporary materials to create a simple, warm atmosphere. Upstairs, which is entirely fitted with parquet flooring, there is a master bedroom, a second room that could serve as a spare bedroom, study or dressing room, and a shower room with a toilet. The property features double glazing, good insulation and a recent electric heating system, offering a home that is ready to move into with no work required. The plot, measuring approximately 1,000 sqm, is laid out around the house and plays a key role in the overall appeal of the property. Well-exposed and meticulously maintained, it offers a variety of outdoor spaces that are perfect for everyday living. The garden combines ornamental trees, flowerbeds and numerous rose bushes, with landscaping that is structured without being excessive. Several areas have been created, including a welcoming courtyard, a terrace suitable for dining and relaxation, and a path running alongside the town’s ancient ramparts, lending the property a distinctive character. The exterior also provides several direct access points to the house, making it easy to move around. Finally, the gravel courtyard leads to two garages with direct access to the interior of the building, offering practical convenience for everyday life. Cabinet LE NAIL – Poitou-Charentes – Mr Godefroid COLLEE: +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Occupying a privileged position in the historic centre of Saumur, this distinguished neoclassical mansion was built around 1799 in the region's characteristic tuffeau stone and retains a wealth of period features, including marble fireplaces, an elegant oak staircase, generous ceiling heights and beautifully proportioned, symmetrical reception rooms. Extending to approximately 375 sq m, the residence is arranged around an elegant entrance hall and comprises a library, grand salon, dining room, music room or boudoir, kitchen, separate offices, television room, laundry room, two cellars, seven bedrooms and five bathrooms. Designed for both family life and entertaining, the principal reception rooms flow seamlessly from one to another, while four particularly spacious bedroom suites currently benefit from en-suite bathrooms. The property offers considerable scope for further accommodation, with additional rooms capable of being created on the second-floor, the corner pavilions and the substantial garden outbuildings, subject to the necessary permissions. A rare feature in the heart of the old town, the property enjoys an exceptional walled garden of approximately 800 sq m. Framed by an avenue of mature lime trees, the grounds include formal flower beds, a terrace, a garage, storage buildings, and a separate garden structure incorporating a winter garden and three rooms offering further development potential. The rectangular layout of the garden could readily accommodate a swimming pool, subject to the relevant approvals. The property could easily be used as a luxury guest house or B&B, benefitting from the strong demand for accommodation in Saumur. Saumur lies at the heart of the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley, renowned for its architectural heritage, celebrated vineyards, equestrian traditions and exceptional quality of life. The town is home to the internationally recognised Cadre Noir and is surrounded by some of France's most important châteaux, historic abbeys and wine estates. The town offers a comprehensive range of amenities within walking distance, including schools, healthcare facilities, shops, restaurants, markets and sporting facilities. Direct rail services provide convenient access to Paris, while the wider region is well connected by motorway networks and airports serving both domestic and international destinations.

In the center of Saumur, a residence with its school and swimming pool. From a quiet street with remarkable architecture, an ancient path of the laundresses, a wrought iron gate opens onto a planted courtyard, around which the residence and the former school are organized. The property is backed by the ramparts and the walkway of the historic center. Over the centuries, it has been the seat of a great local family, whose members were ennobled and contributed to the defense of the city during the Fronde. The prosperous periods of trade, reinforced by advantageous alliances and marriages, have left the building with a rich painted decor, still visible today.The site was sold to the municipality in 1890 to become the Jules Ferry school, with accommodations for teachers, classrooms, and a refectory. It first operated as a girls' school, then for boys, before playing a role in the life of the unions. Every year, during Heritage Days, the building is highlighted and remains an emblematic place of the city's working-class history. Two tourist lodgings have been created beside the main building.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In a tourist town of Saumurois, a private hotel dated from the 17th to the 19th century. From an alley in the city center, an impressive oak gate, framed by two pilasters and complemented by a pedestrian access, opens onto a north-west facing courtyard. The main building, erected in the 17th century, is built of tuffeau stone over three levels and topped with a slate roof. The façades, partially coated, reveal limestone with corner chains and window frames. Jutting out, a square tower topped with a three-sided roof pierced by dormer windows indicates the presence of a monumental staircase. To the east, the building is extended by a structure raised in falun in the 19th century, with a slate roof and rhythmically adorned by three triangular pediment dormer windows, while to the west, a return elevation completes the main residence. Outbuildings are organized around the courtyard, consisting of a workshop, a garage raised over two levels, and four sheds. Finally, the property includes a set of cellars.This description has been automatically translated from French.