Spacious 10 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Limoges, Nouvelle Aquitaine
The property is approached via a private, tree-lined driveway that winds gracefully toward the property. Once owned by a Count and one of Napoleon Bonaparte's Generals, this character property dates back to 1790. The current owner has undertaken significant renovations, with major structural and system upgrades already completed across the ground and first floors.
Many original features remain, including wonderful fireplaces that enhance the chateau's timeless charm.
Ground Floor...
The property is approached via a private, tree-lined driveway that winds gracefully toward the property. Once owned by a Count and one of Napoleon Bonaparte's Generals, this character property dates back to 1790. The current owner has undertaken significant renovations, with major structural and system upgrades already completed across the ground and first floors.
Many original features remain, including wonderful fireplaces that enhance the chateau's timeless charm.
Ground Floor:
Grand entrance hall
Elegant living room
Formal dining room
Library
Garden entrance hall
Kitchen with pantry/laundry room
Access to an extensive cellar
The cellar, spanning the footprint of the entire chateau, provides exceptional storage space and includes two wine cellars and a boiler room.
First Floor:
Five bedrooms
Two bedrooms with en suites
One bedroom with adjacent bathroom
Two additional bedrooms requiring finishing
Top Floor:
Divided into East and West wings, this level offers superb development potential-ideal for creating two private apartments for family or holiday rental, or for adding further bedrooms (subject to necessary permissions).
Modern Improvements include:
- Newly installed septic tank system
- New gas heating system (invoices available)
- Major renovation works already completed
Grounds & Exterior
Set within just under 2 hectares of landscaped gardens and meadows, the grounds surround the chateau with lawns, mature trees, and tranquil outdoor spaces.
Highlights include:
Ornamental fountain centred on the front lawn
Large garage block
30m2 room above the garage, suitable for conversion (subject to necessary permissions)
Location
Combining peaceful rural living with city convenience, the property benefits from close proximity to Limoges and all its amenities. The airport is approximately 25 minutes away, and the nearby Gare de Limoges-Benedictins-widely regarded as one of France's most beautiful TGV stations-offers excellent rail connections.
Whether envisioned as an impressive family residence, boutique hotel, or bed and breakfast (subject to permissions), this grand chateau presents a rare opportunity to shape a remarkable property into its next chapter.
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This Chateau is located in Limoges in France
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1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)
On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.
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
Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.
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.
