Reference: Q6-21197VE
Magnificent 18th C château on 42 ha of wooded parkland with ponds, listed Historic Monument. 900 m² living space, 7 en-suite bedrooms, grand salons. Includes restored outbuildings forming 2 guest houses, heated pool, chapel, watchtower. Ideal for luxury residence or heritage hospitality projects
Ideally situated between La Roche-sur-Yon, Cholet, and Nantes, the location provides both seclusion and accessibility.
Nantes: approx. 1 hour
Cholet: approx. 45 minutes
La Roche-sur-Yon: approx. 40 minutes
Easy access to regional road and rail networks
Within reach of Atlantic beaches and vineyards of the Loire Valley
Historic Château Estate between Nantes, Cholet, and La Roche-sur-Yon
Set within a sprawling 42-hectare estate of undulating woodland, tree-lined avenues, and tranquil ponds, this exceptional château property offers a rare blend of grandeur, privacy, and protected heritage in western France.
The Château
Dating from the 18th century and built in the refined classical style, the château presents a stately symmetrical façade with seven bays, tall windows, dormers, and elegant proportions. Spanning approximately 900 m² of living space over two floors plus attic, the château offers generous interiors with exceptional period features:
- Vast formal salons with fireplaces and carved wood panelling
- Library, formal dining room, and kitchen
- Seven bedrooms, each with an en-suite shower room
- Multiple offices, ideal for administrative or homeworking needs
- Basement with cellars, former kitchens, laundry room, boiler room, and storage
Exquisite architectural details abound: inlaid parquet floors, original fireplaces, rose windows, moulded ceilings, and decorative woodwork all evoke the château’s aristocratic past.
Selling price : 4 000 000 euros
Fees payable by the vendor
Energy class: N/A
Climate class: N/A
Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: not applicable
Outbuildings
A collection of well-preserved and sympathetically restored outbuildings enhances the estate’s functionality and charm:
- Courtyard of agricultural buildings: garages, barn, offices, and staff accommodation
- Restored sheepfold: now a comfortable 4-bedroom residence with a heated 12x6 m swimming pool
- 15th-century watchtower: beautifully renovated with living room, bedroom, and shower room
- Chapel: original and atmospheric
- Additional storage and utility buildings throughout the estate
These annexes offer significant potential for guest accommodation, events, equestrian use, or luxury tourism ventures.
The Estate & Grounds
The enclosed parkland, meticulously maintained, is a landscape of rare serenity. Key features include:
- Century-old trees and expansive lawns
- Two ponds and a former racecourse
- Panoramic countryside views
- Three tree-lined driveways, each offering a regal entrance
The estate is classified as a Historic Monument for its architectural and landscape features, including the château’s façades and roofs, the guard tower, the chapel, and the aligned tree avenues—an official recognition of its cultural and historical value.
Summary
This magnificent château estate is a sanctuary of heritage, beauty, and tranquility. With its rich architectural history, expansive grounds, and restored outbuildings, it is ideally suited to a variety of private or professional uses—whether as a prestigious family residence, boutique hotel, luxury retreat, or cultural venue.
Historic Monument classification, rare architectural integrity, and a sublime natural setting all contribute to making this a truly exceptional offering in the French countryside.
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