Charming petit chateau for sale

Nestled close to the Loire Valley, famous for its châteaux and the UNESCO-listed Chartres Cathedral, this charming renovated mini château for sale offers a truly unique blend of historical elegance and modern comfort. River views, a charming dovecote. Potential for further bedrooms and a pool

Set in the Eure-et-Loir department
130 km to Paris
Conveniently close to the Loire valley chateaux and the Unesco famous Chartres cathedral
Situated in a small town with bustling local village markets with fresh produce and near all services.

Nestled close to the Loire Valley, famous for its châteaux and the UNESCO-listed Chartres Cathedral, this charming mini château offers a truly unique blend of historical elegance and modern comfort. Exquisitely renovated, this property is a haven of peace and beauty, with stunning views over a tranquil river, a historic dovecote, and immaculate gardens. The setting is privileged and quiet, making it an ideal retreat for relaxing with family and friends. Additionally, there is potential to expand with two or three more rooms and a swimming pool.

With approximately 220 sqm of living space, showcasing fine architectural details and historic emblems.

Ground Floor:
- Entrance & Corridor: The entrance leads into a corridor that guides you through the heart of the home.
- Bathroom: A finely appointed bathroom located to the right of the entrance.
- Dovecote Bedroom: An exquisite bedroom situated in the dovecote, offering stunning views of the river, south garden, and bridge.
- Dining Room: A spacious and well-lit dining room with direct access to the charming garden through a French window.
- Kitchen: Located opposite the dining room, with beautiful southern views.
- Sitting Room: A large sitting room at the far end, featuring a fine marble fireplace and views over the river and terrace below. The room is adorned with traditional tomette tiles.
- Summer Kitchen & Artist’s Studio: Connected to the dovecote, providing access to the cellar and an upper-level WC

First Floor:
Aerial Staircase: A lovely staircase leads to the first floor, where a central living space welcomes you.
- Dovecote Bedroom: Another bedroom in the dovecote, offering breathtaking views of the park across the river.
- Living Estancia: A spacious living area to the right, leading to two south-facing bedrooms and a shower room with a WC at the building's end.
Palier View: From the palier, you can admire the renovated pigeonholes and the stunning timber structure of the dovecote’s roof.

Attic:
Additional Space: The attic offers approximately 40 sqm of additional usable space, perfect for further restoration.

Outbuildings: Includes a laundry room, a boiler room, and two garages, all accessible from the garden courtyard.

Garden & Grounds:
Walled Garden: The property is set within a walled 990 sqm garden, accessed via a quaint medieval sidestreet from the village.
Garden Features: The garden is beautifully organised and peaceful, lined with pine, pear, cherry, and peach trees. A well-maintained courtyard leads to the main building, and the garden also features a well, though it is not currently in use.
This property is a rare gem, offering a blend of historical charm and modern convenience, with the potential for further enhancement. Its serene location and beautiful surroundings make it an exceptional place to call home.