Fully restored 19th C. château in the Loire Valley

Fully restored 19th C. château in the Loire Valley with guest lodge, outbuildings, lakes, and 105 acres of parkland and woodland. Elegant reception rooms, 10 bedrooms, modern comforts, and leisure areas. Peaceful rural setting with quick access to Blois, Amboise, and Paris (1h10).

Situated between Blois and Amboise
Local amenities are within easy reach, and a direct train link to Paris takes just 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Splendid 19th-Century Château with Guest Lodge and 105 Acres – Loire Valley

Situated between Blois and Amboise, this remarkable château enjoys an ideal position in the heart of the Loire Valley, combining rural tranquillity with excellent transport connections. Local amenities are within easy reach, and a direct train link to Paris takes just 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Dating from the 19th century, the château has evolved over time, including a period extension that doubled the size of its ground and first floors. The current owners have recently completed a comprehensive renovation, bringing the property to modern standards while retaining its period charm. Today, it offers generous reception rooms, 10 bedrooms, a guest lodge, and a variety of outbuildings — perfect for both private enjoyment and hosting.

Ground Floor
A flight of steps from the gravelled drive and parking area leads to the front entrance.
- The 27 m² reception hall, with symmetrical doors to either side, opens onto elegant reception spaces.
- Main Sitting room (38 m²): herringbone parquet, original marble fireplace, views over the front lawns.
- Office/Second Lounge (27 m²): straight-cut parquet, brick wood burner, glazed doors to the rear terrace.
- A lobby leads to a
- double bedroom (17 m²) with shower room and WC, dressing room, and a second double bedroom (19 m²), reconnecting to the sitting room.
- On the opposite side of the hall, the Second Sitting room(37 m²) features painted half-panelling and an ornate green tiled fireplace, flowing into the
- Dining Room (30 m²) — a light, double-aspect space with original marble fireplace.
- This connects to the Kitchen (28 m²), equipped with a central island and original fireplace, complemented by a Laundry Room (14 m²).
- A WC and the inner hall with staircase complete the level.

First Floor
- Central corridor divides front and rear bedrooms:
- 7 double bedrooms (12–38 m²), all with parquet flooring.
- 3 shower rooms (two private, one shared) and 1 bathroom.
- The Master Suite offers a large bedroom, dressing room, and private bathroom.
Several rooms interconnect, some with short balconies overlooking the lawns, lakes, and woodland.

Second Floor
- Two large rooms (39 m² and 42 m²) serve as games rooms, TV lounges, or workspaces, plus a WC.
- A separate guest suite includes a seating area, bedroom (16 m²), private shower room, and WC.

Garden Level
Covering the château’s full footprint, this level houses the boiler room, wine cellar, storage areas, wood store, and workshop.

Guest Lodge & Outbuildings
- Former Guardian’s House (~80 m²): open-plan sitting room/kitchen with wood burner, WC, and upstairs 2–3 bedrooms with shower room.
- Approximately 500 m² of additional outbuildings, including:
- Ground floor apartment (to be finished)
- Three upstairs apartments (requiring work)
- Garages and storage barns

Grounds
The 105-acre estate begins with a grand redwood-lined avenue leading to the château, lakes, and outbuildings. The parkland (c. 12 acres) features formal lawns descending to the main lake, while two additional ponds and a water reservoir support the vegetable garden and orchard.
To the rear lies a “summer area” with covered kitchen and dining space, Jacuzzi, lounge area, and boules court. The remaining 92 acres are mature woodland (oak, chestnut, birch, hornbeam) with maintained pathways, a forestry management plan, and abundant wildlife.

Highlights
- Complete renovation combining period elegance with modern comfort
- Multiple reception rooms and 10 bedrooms in the main château
- Guest lodge, further apartments, and extensive outbuildings
- Parkland, lakes, and woodland with rare mature redwoods
- Exceptional privacy yet excellent access to Paris and regional hubs