Historic Estate – A Beautifully Preserved Property In Auvergne

Approximately 30 minutes from Vichy and 40 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand and its airport, this restored historic château combines architectural character, thoughtful restoration, and the privacy of a fully enclosed country estate.
This rare and exceptionally well-preserved estate is listed as a Monument Historique in France. With medieval origins dating back to the 13th century and significant development in the 16th century, it retains the distinctive features of a venerable fortified manor house in the Bourbonnais region, including its château, distinctive towers, and various defensive elements, all surrounded by extensive grounds.
The property has been thoughtfully restored with great care and respect for its history, bringing together heritage, elegance, and contemporary comfort. Modern amenities have been discreetly integrated while preserving the architectural identity of the estate. Abundant natural light, generous proportions, and high ceilings create a welcoming atmosphere of understated elegance.
Offering approximately 7,535 square feet (700 square meters), the main château and adjoining wing provide a flexible layout for family living and hosting guests.
The château features spacious entrance and reception areas, a dining room, a kitchen with adjoining service areas, an office/library, a ground-floor suite. The upper floors accommodate several bedrooms and suites. The basement also accessible from outside includes a workshop, a laundry room and storage areas
An adjacent wing is Connected to the château and is also accessible through separate entrances from the courtyards. The wing provides substantial additional living space, including a large vaulted reception room with a bar, a dining room, and a living room with a fireplace. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs make it particularly well suited to welcoming family and friends, allowing everyone to enjoy time together while maintaining a degree of independence.
Overall, the estate offers ample accommodation while retaining the character and atmosphere of a genuine family home. Cellars, utility rooms, storage areas, and attics complete the property, reflecting its scale and original functions.
The estate is entirely enclosed and extends over 20 acres of land. The outbuildings include a gatehouse, several barns, garages, covered areas, and storage spaces which, together with the surrounding land, offer a range of possibilities for future projects and pursuits.
The exceptional natural setting includes landscaped grounds, mature trees, meadows, woodland, a pasture, and a pond fed by a natural spring. Two wells further enhance the property. A pétanque court and a former tennis court add to the pleasures of country living.
The estate is sheltered from view, and with no immediate neighbors or overlooking properties, and offers a secluded setting for living and entertaining while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and is accessible to to/from Paris and Lyon or Geneva. This unique estate combines high-quality restoration, a rich architectural heritage, and generous interior spaces with beautiful natural surroundings, offering an elegant and deeply authentic way of life.

Asking price: €1,600,000
Fees included, payable by the seller.

Presented by Marie-Laure COURMONT
Independent Real Estate Agent (EI)
RSAC 883633018

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