Auvergne, Allier, Le Theil, France

A43163ABR03 - Situated in the peaceful commune of Le Theil (03240), in the Allier department of central France, this rare and entirely enclosed estate is offered as one single, contiguous property (“en un seul tenant”), ensuring coherence, privacy, and freedom of use.
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The Main House (166 m²)
The renovated residence offers comfortable accommodation over two floors:
Ground floor:
Living room (33 m²), dining room (27 m²), veranda (12 m²), kitchen (16 m²), and utili-ty/laundry room (18 m²).
First floor:
Three bedrooms (11 m², 12 m², 13 m²), bathroom (8 m²), and separate WC.
The property benefits from a DPE rating D, with energy consumption classified C, reflecting controlled energy usage. Modern infrastructure includes fibre-optic internet and three-phase electricity, making the property equally suited to residential or professional/tourism projects.
Please note: the septic tank (non-collective sanitation system) requires replacement.
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Outbuildings & Development Potential
The estate includes numerous attached and detached outbuildings, some already partially converted — including one independent living space (26 m²) with kitchen, bedroom, and shower room.
In total, approximately 450 m² of additional surface area could be converted into habitable accommodation (subject to planning permissions), offering exceptional potential for a tourism or agricultural project.
The impressive enclosed internal courtyard enhances privacy and provides a central focal point ideal for gatherings or further landscaping.
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The 3-Hectare Historic Lake
A defining feature of this estate is its 3-hectare private lake, officially recognised by the DDT as “eau close” and recorded as existing prior to 1829 — an important historical and regulatory distinction.
The lake lies within the 9.4-hectare estate and is crossed by the stream known as “Le Ris Benai,” creating a rich natural habitat and peaceful setting.
At the far end of the lake, there is:
• A sanitary block (WC, shower, washbasin)
• A mains water connection
The scale of the lake and surrounding land offers outstanding potential for leisure, fishing, eco-tourism, or private enjoyment.
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Location & Amenities
Le Theil is a quiet rural commune in the Allier department, offering a serene lifestyle in gently rolling countryside. Despite its peaceful setting and absence of nuisance, the property remains accessible to amenities:
• Montmarault: supermarkets, bakery, pharmacy, schools, restaurants, and direct access to the A71 motorway.
• Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule: historic town centre, weekly market, vineyards, restau-rants, and full services.
• Larger towns such as Montluçon and Moulins offer hospitals, extensive shopping, cul-tural attractions, and rail connections.
The Allier region is known for its open landscapes, lakes, forests, walking routes, and authen-tic French rural character.