15th-16th C.renovated chateau for sale

Renovated 15–16th C château with 11th C tower, set on 23 ha of parkland. Offers 5 bedrooms, grand receptions, numerous outbuildings (750 m²), and remarkable historic charm. River frontage. Located 35 min from Poitiers. Ideal for refined living, hospitality, or cultural projects in a serene natural setting.

Location:
In the southern part of the Vienne department
Adjoins a town with 1,700 inhabitants and full amenities
35 minutes from Poitiers TGV station (Paris in 1h30)
Easy access to the A10 motorway

Exquisite 15-16th-Century Château with 11th-C Tower set on 23.78 ha near Poitiers

Set within a peaceful and verdant landscape just 35 minutes from Poitiers, this prestigious château has been thoughtfully renovated to blend heritage with modern comfort. Overlooking nearly 24 hectares of parkland, including mature trees, meadows, a river, and woodlands, this rare estate is anchored by a grand residence dating from the 15th and 16th centuries, flanked by an 11th-century square tower and a circular tower on opposite ends.

The main château offers 404 m² of heated living space (expandable to 689 m²), preserving authentic elements such as terracotta tile floors, oak parquet, herringbone patterns, cabochon tiling, ornate cornices, paneling, and monumental fireplaces.

Interior Highlights:
Ground Floor (Ceiling height: 3.4m):
- Entrance hall with terracotta tiles
- Elegant kitchen (27.92 m²) with fireplace, dining area, and traditional stone features like a “potager” and sink
- Equipped laboratory kitchen and service areas with polished concrete finishes
- Dining room (31.71 m²) with fireplace and wood paneling
- Two living rooms: a large salon (45.28 m²) with oak herringbone floors and library; and a smaller salon (29.87 m²) with fireplace and detailed trumeau
- Office
- Bathroom
- Secondary entrance and staircases connecting multiple wings

First Floor (Ceiling height: 3.5m):
- Landing with access to the tower
- Five bedrooms, each with period charm (fireplaces, cornices, parquet)
- Dressing room, full bathroom with double basin, additional shower rooms and WCs
- Long, elegant hallway connecting all spaces

Second Floor:
- Spacious gym area with conversion potential
- Vast attic with a spectacular traditional frame resembling an inverted boat hull

The Tower:
The 11th-century rectangular tower includes:
- Ground-level living room (45.10 m²) with fireplace
- Vaulted cellar (46 m²)
- First-floor salon (41.91 m²) and bedroom (15.35 m²)

Top floor with attic space



Energy class : E.
Climate class : B.

Estimated annual energy costs for standard use : between 9,373 and 12,681 euros per annum. Prices indexed to 1st of January 2021.

Outbuildings (~750 m²):
Laid out in a U-shape, the 19th-century outbuildings include:
- Entrance porch
- Barns, stables, workshops
- Bakehouse
- Boiler room, laundry
- Kennels- These offer extensive potential for equestrian facilities, events, lodging, or workshops.

Grounds (23.78 ha):
- Landscaped park with ancient sequoias, cedars, and lime trees
- River frontage
- Woodland with bridle paths and marshland crossed by a stream
- Grand gated entrance, formal pathways, and multiple access points

Modern Comforts & Restoration:
- Fully renovated in 2015
- Central heating via two pellet boilers (12 tons/year)
- Attic insulation, plumbing, wiring, alarm system
- New sanitation system and individual septic system
- Water softener installed
- Oak joinery (mostly replaced), currently single-glazed
- Roof in excellent condition with flat tiles

This historic estate is perfect as a grand private residence, hospitality project, or heritage retreat. With its blend of medieval architecture, serene parkland, and modern updates, it is a sanctuary of authenticity and elegance.