An exceptional castle of the late XIX century in the heart of Poitou, distinguished by a thoughtful and convenient layout, towering between two rivers and surrounded by 150 hectares of untouched nature. A rare heritage, an iconic historical setting and a solemn entrance through a plane alley to the elegant gate and English park with a tennis court and garden pavilion.
The main characteristics of the castle
• Living area: about 1,000 m2
• 26 rooms
• 18 bedrooms
• 12 bathrooms
• Elevator serving 4 levels
The castle is conceived for solemn receptions: on the first floor there is a suite of ceremonial halls - two salons, a dining room and a billiard room, connected by wide bivalve doors. The central staircase of carved wood emphasizes the status and architectural elegance of the interiors.
The spacious kitchen is equipped with two La Cornue plates, complemented by utility rooms and a family dining room for everyday life.
To the south wing is a separate building in the style of Norman chalet with a large hall for receptions and three bedrooms, previously used for hunting meetings.
On the front floor there are bright bedrooms with private bathrooms and balconies overlooking the park.
The second floor, converted in the 1960s in the style of Parisian Gaussman apartments, forms an autonomous living space with four bedrooms, a living room, a dining room, an office and a kitchen.
In the basement level there are technical rooms, a modern boiler room and magnificent stone wine cellars.
Land ownership
The total area of the estate is about 150 hectares, including:
• 80 hectares of agricultural land
• 60 hectares of forests divided into two massifs
6 hectares of landscaped park with hundred-year-old trees and tennis court
The estate is in perfect condition, has absolute silence and is free for hunting (small and large game). Rich fauna, pastures and numerous outbuildings make the object especially attractive for nature lovers and equestrian sports.
In addition, there are two separate residential buildings on the territory, which can be reconstructed for staff housing or luxury guest houses.
Location.
Just 15 minutes to Poitiers and Châtellerault, which have TGV stations with direct connections to Paris (about 1 hour and 30 minutes). The proximity of the Futuroscope Park enhances the tourist and investment potential of the property.
This property is a rare offer on the market and represents an exceptional opportunity for both private family ownership and a high-level investment or hotel project.