Elegant 18th Century Château with 69 Hectares of Farmland

Set within 69 ha of productive farmland and parkland, this elegant 18th C château offers approximately 440 m2 of accommodation, extensive outbuildings, two cottages, stables, pavilions and beautiful landscaped grounds. A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial country estate with agricultural income and considerable lifestyle potential.

Situated in the picturesque Besbre Valley between Moulins and Vichy, this attractive country estate enjoys a peaceful rural setting surrounded by rolling countryside. The region is renowned for its natural beauty and outdoor pursuits, while the popular Le PAL leisure park is just a short drive away. Everyday shops and services are within 15 minutes, with both Moulins and the renowned spa town of Vichy approximately 30 minutes from the property.

Occupying approximately 69 hectares, this impressive agricultural estate combines an elegant château, productive farmland and a range of traditional outbuildings, offering an outstanding opportunity for those seeking a country residence with agricultural income and considerable future potential.

Built during the 18th century and enlarged and modernised in the early 20th century, the château extends to approximately 440 m2 of living space. Carefully maintained over the years, it retains many attractive period features while offering comfortable accommodation.

The principal south-east facing façade enjoys delightful views across the landscaped park and ornamental pond, while a distinctive rectangular tower, added during the early 20th century, enhances the château's elegant architectural character.

The accommodation comprises:
Garden Level
- Fruit store
- Boiler room with recent oil-fired boiler
- Vaulted wine cellars
- Tower housing garage and storage areas

Ground Floor
- Entrance hall
- Guest WC
- Sitting room with fireplace
- Dining room with fireplace
- Kitchen
- Scullery
- Pantry
- Tower office
- Additional pantry
- Magnificent south-facing terrace with twin staircases leading to the gardens

First Floor
- Three bedrooms
- Shower room
- Tower bedroom
- Bathroom
- Separate WC

Second Floor
- Spacious landing with storage
- Four further bedrooms
- Bathroom
- Separate WC
- Tower games room

Offering generous family accommodation over several floors, the château combines elegant reception rooms with comfortable private living space and enjoys attractive views over its surrounding parkland.

Property with excessive energy consumption: Class F/F. As of January 1, 2028, the performance level is between classes A and E.

Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 10,720 euros and 14,570 euros per year. Prices indexed to 01/01/2021.

Outbuildings
A comprehensive range of traditional buildings complements the château.
Within the park:
- Former stable building
- Workshop
- Garage
- Two charming two-room pavilions overlooking the pond (one with a recently renewed roof)
- Various lean-to buildings

Beyond the park:
- Rental cottage of approximately 80 m2
- Barn
- Lean-to

A second former farmhouse comprises:
- Detached house of approximately 80 m2 requiring complete renovation
- Barn
- Hay barn
- Lean-to

These buildings provide excellent scope for guest accommodation, equestrian facilities, workshops or agricultural use, subject to the necessary permissions.

Grounds
The estate extends to approximately 69 hectares, comprising landscaped grounds and productive agricultural land.
The grounds include:
- Approximately 1.1 hectares of enclosed parkland surrounding the château
- Mature ornamental gardens
- Large specimen trees
- Pond of approximately 2,200 m2
- Former orchard and vegetable garden
- Additional ornamental pond
- Approximately 66 hectares of farmland

The agricultural land stretches along a north-south axis and is bordered in many places by streams and drainage ditches. The land is currently let under a 25-year agricultural lease, dedicated to cereal production and cattle grazing, with the lease due to expire in December 2033, providing an established income stream.

Combining elegant architecture, productive farmland and an attractive rural setting, this charming estate offers exceptional versatility. Whether as a prestigious family residence, a country retreat, an equestrian property or a long-term agricultural investment, it presents an outstanding opportunity to acquire a substantial château estate in one of the most picturesque areas of the Allier, within easy reach of Moulins, Vichy and the many attractions of the Besbre Valley.