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Fabulous estate for sale in the Sologne

Reference: C5-4282-A

French Domaine For Sale - Centre-Val-de-Loire - Loir-et-Cher (41) - France

Fabulous estate for sale in the Sologne and just 2 hours from Paris. Numerous outbuildings include a 4 bed guest house, a pavilion housing an indoor gas-heated swimming pool with sauna, jacuzzi, and shower and a 130 m2 games room, caretakers cottage, garages. Tennis court and outdoor pool with pool house.

Reception Rooms: 6
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Land: 6 ha
Ref: C5-4282-A
Price € 2,520,000
Price £ 2,305,044
Price $ 2,859,192

Nestled just a two-hour drive from Paris, this remarkable property is situated in a privileged enclave within the captivating Sologne region. Once overlooked, this area now commands attention for its myriad attractions. Conveniently reachable from the capital, it boasts:

A wealth of heritage, highlighted by the presence of numerous Loire châteaux such as Chambord, Cheverny, and Sully.
An enduring cultural legacy, particularly in the realm of hunting, catering to the discerning tastes of avid hunters.
A lifestyle of comfort, characterized by expansive woodlands intersected by abundant ponds, offering a mild climate and a profound sense of tranquility.
Merely a stone's throw away lies the vibrant town of Lamotte Beuvron, renowned for its esteemed federal equestrian park and deep-seated local traditions. For enthusiasts of sports and outdoor pursuits, the Sauldre canal and Etang du Puits present ample opportunities to immerse oneself in nature, whether on foot, by bike, or on horseback. Additionally, Chaumont sur Tharonne boasts a Center Parc providing an array of sports and water-based activities.

Perched majestically atop the estate, the manor house showcases refined architecture and commands panoramic views of the surrounding land, accentuated by the enchanting streams and ponds below, which bestow a touch of magic upon the landscape.

Fabulous estate for sale in the Sologne

This magnificent estate presents an array of development opportunities, leaving nothing to be desired.

Oriented north-south and constructed of brick and ashlar walling beneath a slate roof, the main residence boasts approximately 530 m2 of living space. Its design features a central cubic structure flanked by rotunda extensions on the east and west sides, while the north and south facades are adorned with two quadriform projections.

The layout includes:
Ground floor:
To the north:
- Entrance hall adorned with expansive picture windows topped by a glass dome floods the space with natural light.
- Study
- Sitting room with a fireplace
- the main staircase
- Second sitting room complete with a bar and fireplace.
Moving southward
- large 65m2 drawing room provides panoramic views of the parklands, river, and pond.

On the east side
- secondary entrance grants access to a WC and staircase leading to
- staff bedroom
- dining room
- kitchen.
Across from this, on the west side, lies a boudoir and a music room, both illuminated by a glass roof.

First floor: A landing extending into corridors leads to four bedrooms, each accompanied by en suite bathrooms or showers, WCs, and dressing rooms.

A maid's room is accessible via a separate staircase at the back.

Second floor: A spacious suite awaits, featuring a dressing room and ample storage space, spanning approximately 100 m2
Beneath the residence lies a cellar, providing additional storage and utility space.

The estate comprises numerous outbuildings, each embodying the quintessential Solognese style and offering significant potential for various uses. These structures are generally well-maintained and include:
- Spacious farmhouse spanning 450 m2.
The ground floor features a hunting room, bar, study, kitchen, dining room,WC, trophy room, and an open-ceiling area.
The first floor houses four bedrooms, one with a shower room and private dressing room, two additional shower rooms with WC, a games room, and a mezzanine.
Installed in 2023, the building boasts six heat pumps with a thermodynamic storage tank, and its attic insulation was completely renovated in the same year. The window frames are made of single-glazed wood.
- Pavilion housing an indoor gas-heated swimming pool measuring 10.5 x 3.5 m, along with a sauna, jacuzzi, and shower. Upstairs, there is a spacious 130 m2 games room. Solar panels were added to the south-facing roof in 2023.
- Garage covering 116 m2, featuring an artist's studio upstairs and an adjoining fitness room.
- Caretaker's cottage in need of refreshing, comprising a kitchen, living room, bathroom with WC, and a bedroom. The cottage is equipped with electric heating and single and double glazed windows.
- Mill room.
- row of 14 garages measuring 2.85 x 5.15 m and standing 2 m high.
- Technical room housing a generator.
- Aviary.

The grounds include a tennis court and an outdoor swimming pool and poolhouse.

The expansive grounds, traversed by a river and pond, offer a picturesque landscape. Slightly sloping and primarily situated to the south of the main house, the grounds encompass approximately 6 ha (15 acres) of enclosed land. Additionally, around 30ha of further land available (refer to our reference 4282-B) where a herd of fallow deer roams. Several footbridges allow for crossing various watercourses, providing access to the woods and proximity to the natural flora and fauna.

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