Château D'illois – Former Hunting Lodge From The 18th Century In The Heart Of Pays De Bray

A residence steeped in history
Built in the 18th century, Château d’Illois was designed as an elegant hunting lodge and became, for many years, a prominent venue for grand Norman hunts. Count Auguste de Sarcus, a famous wolf-hunting lieutenant, hosted hunting parties, horses, and dogs here before heading out to hunt in the prestigious forests of Eu, Aumale, and Eawy. Today, this characterful residence has retained all its elegance and offers a rare living environment where heritage, nature, and serenity harmoniously combine.
A family home with generous volumes
Behind its main entrance, the château reveals beautiful reception rooms bathed in light. The ground floor is organized around four spacious living areas, one part of which has been renovated, ideal for hosting family and friends. The openings allow enjoyment of both the welcoming garden and the park located at the back of the property, providing a pleasant continuity between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
On the first floor, the residence offers four large renovated bedrooms, with two bathrooms and a shower room, comfortably accommodating a large family or guests.
The second floor houses a vast attic already divided into four large rooms, offering numerous possibilities for development. Depending on the projects, these spaces could become additional bedrooms, leisure rooms, offices, artist studios, or even host a tourist activity.
A preserved estate
Surrounding the château, nearly 2.5 hectares compose a privileged environment blending parkland, meadows, and ornamental woods. The estate is complemented by four outbuildings, including an elegant dovecote and the former stables, witnesses to the property’s prestigious past. These characterful buildings offer numerous possibilities for development according to projects: garages, workshops, reception areas, guesthouses, accommodations, or storage spaces.
Altogether, it forms a true countryside estate, where each building contributes to the charm and authenticity of the place, offering an ideal setting for a family residence or a tourist or event project.
Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/