Elegant Neo-Classical Manor House with Outbuildings.

Elegant Neo-Classical manor house in a peaceful riverside setting near Saumur, offering spacious reception rooms, three bedrooms, substantial stone outbuildings, hillside tuffeau cellars and a generous parcel with independent access and building potential. A characterful Loire Valley property combining historic architecture, lifestyle appeal and exciting development possibilities.

Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent, Saumur, Loire Valley

Set in the historic village of Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent, on the outskirts of Saumur, the property enjoys a peaceful riverside environment while remaining close to the amenities and attractions of this celebrated Loire Valley town. The area is renowned for its vineyards, particularly Crémant de Loire, as well as its château-lined countryside, equestrian heritage and beautiful riverside landscapes.

Saumur provides a good range of shops, restaurants, cafés, markets and services, together with excellent road and rail connections. Tours, Angers and Paris are readily accessible, making the property equally suitable as a permanent residence or a second home.

Set in a peaceful riverside position in Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent, this elegant Neo-Classical manor house occupies a site of considerable historic interest, standing on the location of an ancient Gallo-Roman settlement. With its period architecture, attractive ancillary buildings and unusually interesting development potential, the property offers a rare opportunity in one of the Loire Valley's most desirable settings.

The principal house retains the proportions and character expected of a traditional manor, with well-appointed reception rooms arranged on the ground floor and an attractive sense of connection with the surrounding gardens. The accommodation is equally suited to comfortable family living or entertaining, while the first floor provides three bedrooms and a family bathroom.

A collection of substantial outbuildings adds considerably to the property's versatility. A large barn provides garage space at ground level, with a generous games room above, while a former stable building offers scope for conversion into additional accommodation, a guest suite, studio or workshop, subject to the necessary permissions.

Two impressive tuffeau stone cellars have been cut directly into the hillside, providing extensive storage and excellent potential as wine cellars. Their traditional construction is particularly characteristic of the Saumur area and adds further historic interest to the property.

The gardens and land extend above the house and include a substantial parcel with its own independent access. Importantly, this land benefits from building rights, creating the possibility of further development or the construction of an additional dwelling, subject to planning consent. This is an increasingly valuable feature and gives the property considerable long-term potential.

Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent is particularly attractive for those seeking the tranquillity of village life without sacrificing convenience. Now part of Saumur, the village has a relaxed atmosphere and is surrounded by some of the Loire Valley's finest wine country. Its proximity to the Loire, renowned vineyards, golf and historic attractions provides an exceptional range of leisure opportunities, while Saumur itself is famous for its château, equestrian traditions, markets and gastronomy.

Combining historic architecture, useful outbuildings, extensive tuffeau cellars and genuine development potential, this is an appealing property for a family residence, second home or future guest accommodation project in the heart of the Loire Valley.