Charming 18th C. chateau for sale

Magnificent 18th-C château of perfect classical proportions, offering over 600 m² of refined living space with elegant reception rooms, 7 bedrooms, heated salt-water pool, stables, and ISMH-listed dovecote. Nestled within 2.7 hectares of landscaped grounds and formal gardens, this rare property combines heritage, harmony, and serenity.

Nearest town is NEVERS

Elegant 18th-Century Château with Listed Dovecote, Pool & 2.7 ha of Parkland – Nivernais Region

Set in the peaceful countryside of the Nivernais region, this exquisite 18th-century château perfectly embodies the grace and balance of classical French architecture. Rising on three levels, the 30-metre-long main building is flanked by two round towers that frame the façade with timeless symmetry. The west façade opens onto a formal garden, whose geometric paths and elegant flowerbeds evoke the refinement of traditional landscaping.

A charming covered courtyard completes the ensemble, creating a square courtyard that harmoniously unites beauty and practicality. The result is a property that blends architectural sophistication with rural tranquility.

The majestic central entrance leads to a stone-paved hall in a classic chequered design, from which a sweeping stone staircase ascends.

The ground floor offers a succession of elegant reception rooms:
– To the left, a spacious 50 m² salon with herringbone parquet and a grand fireplace, leading to a study in the south tower.
– To the right, an inviting dining room with period wainscoting and cupboards, adjoining a large kitchen with an impressive wooden fireplace and scullery in the north tower. A discreet service entrance and storage area complete this level.

The first floor, accessed via the central staircase, mirrors the château’s balanced plan. It includes a magnificent master suite with bathroom, dressing room, and tower views, plus two further bedrooms with fireplaces, private bathrooms, and dressing spaces.

The second floor is fully appointed, featuring a family sitting room, study, four additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, separate WC, and a laundry area.

Outside, several beautifully maintained outbuildings enhance the estate:
– Pool House with pergola and fully equipped summer kitchen, adjoining a 12 × 6 m heated saltwater pool.
– Garage for multiple vehicles.
– Stable with four boxes and a workshop.
– Listed dovecote (ISMH), now used for garden storage.

The property is accessed via a lime-tree-lined driveway and surrounded by 2.7 hectares (approx. 6.67 acres) of meticulously maintained grounds. These include formal gardens, sweeping lawns, an orchard, a vegetable garden, and mature trees, all serviced by an automatic irrigation system.

Parts of the property — notably the dovecote — are officially listed on the Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques (ISMH), offering both prestige and potential fiscal advantages for French taxpayers.

This exceptional estate represents a rare opportunity to acquire a historic monument of beauty and authenticity, restored with elegance and care, in a setting of peace and distinction.