Historical 10 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Domjean, Normandy

2,500,000 EUR 2,150,000 GBP 2,700,000 USD

Reference: 241705

Bedrooms: 10
Bathrooms: 9
Floor Size: 900 m2
Plot Size: 2.4 hectares / 5.93 acres

Features

Balcony
Tennis Court
Possible Extra Dwellings
Outbuildings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Parking
Good Condition

Details

Surrounded by nearly 6 acres of glorious land with pond, dovecot, outbuildings and tennis court, is this outstanding 3 storey, 10 bedroom historical French Chateau with separate 2 bedroom guest house, enjoying scenic countryside views from its location near all amenities in Domjean.

The living rooms on the ground floor offer a beautiful match of old and contemporary styles. The bedrooms - 5 on the first floor and 5 on the second floor - are all of a stylish and comfortable tone, each with its own bathroom.

Dating from the 15th, 17th and 19th centuries, the chateau and its grounds are a haven of peace and beauty in the heart of the Normandy country. Located only 2 kilometres from the shops.

The 900m2 comprises on the ground floor of a kitchen of 40m2, a dining room of 25m2, a gallery of 40m2, a living room of 40m2, the oldest room in the castle (15th century) a spacious living room of 80m2, a games room of 20m2, a circular library, in the tower, of 16m2, and 2 WCs.

On the first floor are 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms as follows : a master suite of 55m2 with a 20m2 walk in wardrobe and a 20m2 bathroom, and a private library. The four others are from16 to 33m2, all en-suites. There are 2 rooms to renovate of 20 and 15m2.

5 more bedrooms between 9 and 30m2 and 4 bathrooms are on the second floor.

There is a large, stone cellar with a workout area.

A caretaker's house of 200m2, renovated in 2009, with a living room, a kitchen, a bathroom and WC, and two en-suite bedrooms, complets this exceptional property.

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1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

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The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

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3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.