Majestic 19thC château near Tours- Hospitality business

Majestic 19th-century château in the Loire Valley on 10 acres with thriving hospitality business. Includes 46 bedrooms, multiple gîtes, campsite, pool, event halls, and leisure facilities. Sold fully equipped for weddings, retreats, holidays, or corporate events. Prime location near Tours and Chinon.

Perfectly positioned between Tours and Chinon, it enjoys excellent access to local amenities, transport links, and the cultural riches of the region.

Majestic 19th-Century Château with Expanding Hospitality Business – Loire Valley, near Tours

In the heart of the Loire Valley, this exceptional 10-acre (4-hectare) estate surrounds a late 19th-century Napoleonic château in a serene, private setting. Perfectly positioned between Tours and Chinon, it enjoys excellent access to local amenities, transport links, and the cultural riches of the region.

Currently home to a thriving hospitality enterprise — from elegant receptions to holiday accommodation — the property offers a rare opportunity to combine investment potential with an exceptional lifestyle. The sale includes the business activity, all furniture, and equipment, allowing a seamless continuation or adaptation of the current operation.

A Rich History and Versatile Present
With medieval origins and a strategic defensive location, the estate has evolved through centuries of modifications, rebuilds, and extensions. Retained as a family home until the 1970s, it was then transformed into a camping and activity centre. Today, its facilities cater to:
- Weddings, celebrations, and private events
- Corporate seminars, conferences, and team-building retreats
- Holiday rentals, gîtes, and bed & breakfast stays
- Wellness, art, or sports retreats
- Outdoor recreation, camping, and family reunions

Accommodation & Facilities
The property offers 46 bedrooms with 96 sleeping places across multiple buildings:

- The Château – 800 m² over four floors, with 18 bedrooms, a modern kitchen, three reception rooms, plus offices and storage. The rear façade opens onto a shaded terrace.
- Large Gîte – 300 m², 10 bedrooms, spacious kitchen/diner, and workshops.
- Small Gîte – 100 m², 3 bedrooms, kitchen/diner.
- Maison de Charme – 2 bedrooms, a romantic favourite for newlyweds.
- Mobile Homes & Chalets – 7 units offering 30 beds.
- Campsite – 25 pitches for tents, caravans, or motorhomes with shower block and laundry.

Event & Leisure Infrastructure
- Newly built 200 m² reception hall with bar, kitchen, toilets, and cloakroom, fully compliant with disabled access regulations.
- “Barnum” marquee-style reception area (100 m²).
- Two smaller reception halls (50 m² & 40 m²) with kitchens.
- 300 m² terrace with summer kitchen, BBQ, and outdoor bar.
- Heated outdoor pool (14 x 6 m) and children’s paddling pool (5 x 2 m).
- Mini-golf (18 holes), games area (8,000 m²), boules pitch, table tennis, and gym.

Outbuildings & Grounds
Various garages, workshops, and storage facilities complement the estate. The parkland, planted with century-old cedars, redwoods, oaks, lime, and ash trees, creates a shaded and peaceful atmosphere. Formal parking, solar lighting, and landscaped areas enhance visitor experience.

Investment Highlights
With its broad range of accommodation, event spaces, and leisure amenities, this château offers multiple income streams and the capacity to host several groups simultaneously. The combination of historic architecture, modern facilities, and prime Loire Valley location makes it an exceptional turnkey hospitality opportunity.