castles with pool for sale Nantes, France

Ref. 4231: remarkable chateau for sale near Nantes. This beautiful château, also known as the 'folie Nantaise', was built in a small commune to the east of Nantes. A quiet alley provides access to the Loire River. The village is a bridge between the north and south of this timelessly charming, world-renowned river. It's a pleasant place to live, much sought-after by hikers and bikers alike. This small town of 10,000 inhabitants has retained its village spirit. It offers a wide range of services, including a sports park, cultural center, leisure centers, five schools and a secondary school. The town has also made a point of preserving its historical heritage, which includes a castle with a remarkable dovecote, listed as a Monument Historique, a Roman bridge, and numerous late 19th-century residences. The town is within easy reach of the freeway, and can be reached by train in less than 10 minutes to Nantes, and in 20 minutes to Nantes Atlantique airport. This elegant, fully restored 'Nantes folly' dates from the second third of the 18th century. The plans were drawn up by Jean-Baptiste Ceineray, the famous architect of the city of Nantes, after whom a quay is named. The high quality construction is in the classical style, topped by a large triangular pediment pierced by an oculus. The chaining and framing are in tufa stone, with the rest in rendered stone. In front of the main courtyard, the château is preceded by a courtyard of perfectly restored outbuildings, surrounded by walled parklands. As you cross the threshold, you are immediately imbued with the soul of this timelessly elegant residence. The immaculate white walls reflect the light that streams in through the tall windows. Meticulous restoration, carried out with an obvious love of authenticity, has preserved the unique character of this Nantes folly. Exceptional services have brought modernity and comfort to this residence, while preserving its soul. The surface area spans 410 sqm on three levels. On the ground floor, an entrance hall leads to a first living room (48 sqm) adjoining a checkroom, a hallway and a vestibule leading to a second living room (38 sqm). The reception rooms open onto a large 118 sqm terrace on the east side of the Loire. The reception rooms are extremely refined, with their cabochon floors, parquet flooring, wood panelling and beautiful fireplace topped by a trumeau mirror. They offer beautiful views over the park. To the right of the entrance is a cosy dining area with a gas fireplace and exposed beams, and a beautifully appointed kitchen area (39 sqm). A staircase with an attractive wrought-iron banister leads to the upper floors. On the first floor, the luminous bedrooms, decorated in light tones and with parquet flooring, have retained their mirrored fireplaces. To the right, a landing leads to a corridor with two bedrooms, a dressing room and a shower room. The master suite (50 sqm) includes a bedroom (22 sqm), toilet and bathroom. A linen room and storage areas complete the first floor. On the second floor, a large landing leads to a sitting area, ideal for reading, and two large bedrooms, each with parquet flooring, exposed beams and a fireplace, and each with its own bathroom. The basement contains the boiler room, cellar and storage space. The outbuildings: A second wrought iron gate provides access to the outbuildings, set around a rectangular courtyard. The property has been perfectly restored and includes a very beautiful reception room with a fireplace and four large rounded windows opening on to the courtyard of the outbuildings, and bedrooms on the first floor. Then there is a storeroom, workshops, barns and a large garage (4 cars). A restored dovecote stands in front of the outbuildings. The park covers more than 4,94 acres. To the west of the château, after passing through a large wrought-iron gate, a driveway leads up to the residence, facing a pond in which it is reflected. After taking a path through a wood, you come to a small chapel, topped by a cross, in a peaceful setting conducive to meditation. To the east, a beautiful view stretches to the far end of the park, which is framed by two beautifully restored pavilions. The stone wall overlooks a sunken meadow, bordered by a municipal path separating it from the Loire. Two gigantic cedar trees stand proudly like sentinels of time, adding a touch of verticality to the park, which stretches out towards the Loire. To the right, a formal garden has been laid out, with elegant symmetry, a tribute to the geometric rigour that characterises the classical style. You can stroll along a path framed by beautiful frames that are home to numerous rosebushes. The pool area is revealed. The new 5 x 12 m pool and terraces invite you to relax and admire the perfect harmony between nature and architecture. The park covers more than 4,94 acres. To the west of the château, after passing through a large wrought-iron gate, a driveway leads up to the residence, facing a pond in which it is reflected. After taking a path through a wood, you come to a small chapel, topped by a cross, in a peaceful setting conducive to meditation. To the east, a beautiful view stretches to the far end of the park, which is framed by two beautifully restored pavilions. The stone wall overlooks a sunken meadow, bordered by a municipal path separating it from the Loire. Two gigantic cedar trees stand proudly like sentinels of time, adding a touch of verticality to the park, which stretches out towards the Loire. To the right, a formal garden has been laid out, with elegant symmetry, a tribute to the geometric rigour that characterises the classical style. You can stroll along a path framed by beautiful frames that are home to numerous rosebushes. The pool area is revealed. The new 5 x 12 m pool and terraces invite you to relax and admire the perfect harmony between nature and architecture. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loire-Atlantique and Vendée - Mrs Nathalie TOULBOT : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Nathalie TOULBOT, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 418 969 077. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.