Charming property with commercial potential, near Chambord

A unique property in an exceptional setting. Consisting of a charming house with 5 bedrooms, 2 gites, tennis court, paddocks, woodland and a lake. Utterly unique.

In the heart of the Sologne region, nestled within a tranquil and discreet environment, yet conveniently proximate to all essential amenities and services, lies this distinctive edifice ensconced amidst over 6 hectares of verdant parkland. Ideally positioned equidistant from the regal city of Blois and Orléans, each situated at a distance of 35 kilometres, within the UNESCO-designated Loire Valley, this property offers easy access to the renowned Loire châteaux. Among these, a mere fifteen kilometres away, stands Chambord, one of France's preeminent châteaux, drawing nearly 2 million visitors annually from around the globe.

Renowned for its picturesque landscapes, the Loire Valley capitalizes on this allure by offering a plethora of activities to fully immerse oneself in its splendor: from hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, to canoeing and hot-air ballooning. It is within this highly advantageous locale, readily accessible from the capital in just under one hour and fifty minutes, that this property, brimming with potential, is situated.

The principal residence, crafted from stone atop a basement, crowned by a wooden upper storey which imbues it with its distinctive charm, faces the cardinal points of northwest and southeast. Spanning approximately 210 square meters of living space, its layout is delineated as follows:

Ground floor: An entrance hall, from which a staircase ascends, leads to a capacious, luminous living room replete with a seating area and fireplace, adjoined by a semi-open-plan kitchen. A separate lavatory is also provided.

First floor: Ascending the staircase, a landing with an additional lavatory leads to a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, two supplementary bedrooms, and a shower room.

Second floor: Under the eaves lie two bedrooms.

The ancillary structures have been refurbished to accommodate guest lodgings, comprising:

In proximity to the main dwelling, a single-storey gîte, erected in the 1980s, spans approximately 145 square meters. It comprises a spacious living area, kitchen, a bedroom with an ensuite shower room and lavatory, a second bedroom, and an additional shower room with a separate lavatory. Accessible independently from the exterior, a treatment room and bedroom are provided. Heating is facilitated by two heat pumps, newly installed in 2021, with electrical, plumbing, window frames (triple-glazed PVC), and interior decor refurbished in the same year.

Set back slightly from the primary residence, in close proximity to the tennis court, with its own ingress from the public thoroughfare, stands a caretaker's cottage, dating back to the 1850s and repurposed as a gîte. Spread across a single level, it offers approximately 55 square meters of living space, comprising an open-plan kitchen with dining area, flanked on either side by two bedrooms, each equipped with an ensuite shower room and lavatory. An attached garage is also provided. Heating is facilitated by electric means.

The property is enveloped by approximately 5 acres of enclosed parklands, punctuated by numerous secluded enclaves ideal for relaxation and privacy. Additionally, a paddock suitable for several horses augments this initial area. Beyond the confines, lies a forest and a picturesque pond spanning almost one and a half acres, lending a refreshing and substantial aspect to the estate, rendering it a self-contained domain, free from any disturbances, yet pleasantly proximate to Paris and its myriad tourist attractions.