Wow factor 31 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Le Pont Chretien Chabenet, Centre Val de Loire
This absolutely stunning historical property has a wealth of character features, which have been retained/restored during the extensive renovations, including the stunning towers, stone spiral staircase, grand reception rooms with stunning 15th century fireplaces, ornate Napoleon III ceilings, a beautiful chapel, etc.
The chateau is currently a four star upscale chateau-hotel with 21
en-suite...
This absolutely stunning historical property has a wealth of character features, which have been retained/restored during the extensive renovations, including the stunning towers, stone spiral staircase, grand reception rooms with stunning 15th century fireplaces, ornate Napoleon III ceilings, a beautiful chapel, etc.
The chateau is currently a four star upscale chateau-hotel with 21
en-suite bedrooms, stunning spacious/exquisite reception and dining rooms, a director's apartment, staff rooms and a lift access to all of its 5 levels.
It has a fully equipped commercial kitchen with the supporting infrastructure to enable catering for the two dining rooms. Below the chateau are three superb vaulted cellars totalling 250m2, several large infrastructure rooms offering washing facilities, cold storage facilities and workshops.
Externally it has had extensive works carried out during the renovations. The roof was redone with Trelaze slate, in line with the chateau's historic status. To the rear is an exceptionally large terrace with panoramic views over the estate/countryside. The mature pretty gardens are extensive with far reaching views and full of interest including a beautiful swimming pool and a tennis court.
Set within the grounds is an independent conference centre of approximately 390m2. It was finished in 1992 and comprises 10 rooms and 2 conference rooms on the ground floor and staff accommodation, including 7 bedrooms on the first floor. Attached to the side of the conference centre are an additional two 1 bedroom guest apartments.
The estate also comes with three pretty independent houses to renovate, 3 hangars (including one which offers a large covered parking area to guests with electric car charging points), a barn and stables. The outbuildings total approximately 723m2. There are multiple entrances to the estate.
The location is exceptional. Whilst the property benefits from complete privacy, there is very good local transport links to Paris/Europe and the nearest town is only 5 minutes away.
A detailed list of the work carried out on the chateau will be made available to interested buyers.
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