Idyllic Bijou Chateau in Glorious Countryside

Property Description

Superb manageable chateau at an extremely attractive price- a mere 12 bedrooms across the main house and 2 apartments - in the gorgeous Brenne countryside surrounded by horse-filled pastures. It's a living history with a 14 century tower and modern bathrooms!

Just 15 minutes from the picturesque town of Le Blanc, this exceptional country estate enjoys a peaceful setting overlooking its own parkland. The nearby village offers everyday conveniences, including a restaurant, while at Le Blanc you'll find schools, shopping, bi-weekly farmers markets, restaurants, cafés, and a hospital, all surrounded by the charm of a beautifully preserved medieval town.

The property offers approximately 500 m² (5300 sq ft) of living space across the three levels of the main house and the two duplex apartments (one with two bedrooms already renovated and one of 4-5 bedrooms requiring renovation - subject to permissions) which are found in the 19th Century stable and carriage blocks arranged in sheltering wings on either side of the main house - where you'll also find stabling (!) and plenty of garages.

The main house features an impressive 16 m² (172 sq ft) entry hall leading to three elegant reception rooms (approximately 342, 247, and 409 sq ft) each showcasing hardwood or tile floors, elegant fireplaces, and high ceilings. This level also includes a wonderful dine-in kitchen, laundry/utility room, and a half bath.

A classically French oak staircase leads to the upper floors where you find six bedrooms, including two private suites with en suite shower rooms, an office, laundry and a separate powder room. Each bedroom has at least private washing facilites. There is also a self-contained caretaker's apartment with bathroom, sitting room and bedroom.

The top floor includes a renovated office area and a spacious 81 m² (871-sq-ft) unfinished attic, offering excellent potential for additional bedrooms, a studio, or other living space.

The estate also features an impressive collection of outbuildings, including:

Several traditional stone barns currently used as garages, workshops and stables.
A guesthouse of approximately 99m² (1065 sq ft), featuring a kitchen, bedroom, shpwer room and living room on the main level, and ovehead a gracious master bedroom with an in room bath (to be finished) and a juliet balcony overlooking the inner courtyard.
A two-storey caretaker's cottage (needs renovation), with a living room, kitchen, shower room, bathroom, and four-five bedrooms and a wonderful attic which could make a splendid games room.
A traditional internal stable block with 5 looseboxes
A kennels

Tucked beside the manor house is an historic tower, the remains of the medieaval property, and a ruined section used as a delightfully atmospheric BBQ/outdoor kitchen.

Set on approximately 2 hectares (5 acres), the property is approached across a central courtyard with turning circle. To the rear, providing expansive views from the principal rooms is the lightly wooded park - perfect for outside dining and entertaining.

Ideal for nature lovers, equestrian enthusiasts, or those seeking a hospitality venture, this remarkable estate offers exceptional opportunities for fishing, riding, vacation rentals or operating a charming bed-and-breakfast (subject to permissions), or guest retreat.

Price including agency fees : 636 000 €
Price excluding agency fees : 600 000 €
Buyer commission, tax included: 6%