Centre, Indre, Le Blanc, France

Wonderful lifestyle and income opportunity with this manageable historic French chateau with modern comforts just 15 minutes from the mediaeval town of Le Blanc, with 12 bedrooms set across a historic main house and two apartments, a 14th-century tower, and 5 acres (2 hectares) of parkland, all at an exceptionally attractive price.

This equestrian-friendly property is surrounded by horse-filled pastures and offers outstanding potential as a private family home, bed-and-breakfast, or guest retreat.

Set in a peaceful position overlooking its own parkland, this country estate is in the heart of the Brenne Regional Nature Park.

The nearby village offers everyday conveniences, including a restaurant, while Le Blanc provides schools, shops, bi-weekly farmers markets, restaurants, cafes, and a hospital - all within a beautifully preserved medieval setting.

Overview -

**Living space:** approximately 500 m2 (5,300 sq ft) across the three-level main house plus two duplex apartments -

**Bedrooms:** 12 in total across the main house, guesthouse, and apartments -

**Grounds:** approximately 2 hectares (5 acres) of courtyard, parkland, and pasture -

**Historic features:

** 14th-century tower, medieval ruins, French oak staircase, stone fireplaces -

**Outbuildings:** stone barns, stables, guesthouse, caretaker's cottage, kennels

Chateau:

An impressive 16 m2 (172 sq ft) entrance hall leads into three elegant reception rooms (approximately 342, 247, and 409 sq ft), each with hardwood or tiled floors, fireplaces, and high ceilings.

This level also includes a dine-in kitchen, laundry/utility room, and a half bath.

A classic French oak staircase rises to the upper floors with six bedrooms, including two private suites with en-suite shower rooms, plus an office, a laundry room, and a separate wc.

Every bedroom has at least private washing facilities.

A self-contained caretaker's apartment with bathroom, sitting room, and bedroom is also located on this level.

The top floor offers a renovated office area and a spacious 81 m2 (871 sq ft) unfinished attic - excellent potential for additional bedrooms, a studio, or extra living space.

Apartments & Outbuildings:

Arranged in sheltering wings on either side of the main house are the 19th-century stable and carriage blocks incorporating two duplex apartments:

A **guesthouse** of approximately 99 m2 (1,065 sq ft) with a kitchen, bedroom, shower room, and living room downstairs, plus a master bedroom with an en-suite bath (to be finished) and a Juliet balcony overlooking the courtyard.

A **two-storey caretaker's cottage** (needs renovation) with a living room, kitchen, shower room, bathroom, four to five bedrooms, and an attic with potential as a games room

An **internal stable block** with 5 loose boxes

**Kennels and various sheds/ equipment hangars

** A **14th-century tower**, the last remnant of the original medieval property, plus a ruined section converted into an atmospheric outdoor barbecue kitchen

Grounds & Setting:

The estate is approached across a central courtyard with a turning circle. To the rear, lightly wooded parkland offers expansive views from the principal rooms and a beautiful setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. Surrounding much of the property is the pasture for the local equestrian centre.

Ideal For This rare Brenne estate is perfectly suited to:

- Equestrian enthusiasts

- Nature lovers and fishing enthusiasts

- Buyers seeking a hospitality venture

- bed-and-breakfast, guest retreat, or vacation rental potential (subject to permissions)

REFERENCE: 259050