11 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Arnac Pompadour, Limousin

2,625,000 EUR 2,042,586 GBP 2,565,108 USD

Reference: 243463

Bedrooms: 11
Bathrooms: 10
Floor Size: 965 m2
Plot Size: 2.84 hectares / 7.02 acres

Features

Terrace
Garden
Land
Private Pool
Possible Extra Dwellings
Countryside View
Garage

Details

Absolutely beautiful 3 storey, 11 bedroom stone French Chateau with separate cottage, nestling in over 7 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool while enjoying wonderful countryside views from its peaceful location near
Arnac-Pompadour.

This superb property is offered for sale in excellent order and consists of 30 exquisitely-decorated rooms including 11 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms.

Probably of medieval origin, at one time a wolf-hunting lodge, the chateau is believed to have been given by Louis 15th Centuryo his favourite mistress, Madame de Pompadour, in 1745. Its documented history traces back from around 1600 to the Sanzillon family, whose emblem can still be seen in several places around the chateau today.

An impressively-proportioned great hall with imposing stone fireplace and pise floor provides a centrepiece for the ground floor.

Upstairs, the elegantly decorated master bedroom is adorned with rare enamel glass panels from the internationally-renowned 19th century artist, Amedee de Caranza.

Many historic features can be found throughout the chateau including ancient brickwork containing text and a carved wooden mantlepiece.

The present owners embarked on an extensive restoration project some 25 years ago, utilising master craftsmen and the finest local materials to bring the property into pristine condition. Across the courtyard from the main chateau building is a spacious two-storey galleried annexe which would be a perfect function facility for weddings or indeed conferences.

In addition to the chateau, there is also a 3 bedroom cottage in excellent order, as well as a stand-alone traditional bread oven. Securely fenced, a salt water heated swimming pool with large changing room/summer kitchen sits discreetly between the chateau and cottage.

Within the grounds are many mature trees and shrubs, a large decorative pond and a fresh water spring. Garden equipment is securely housed in a triple garage/toolstore.

With just a 10 minute drive to all commerce, the racetrack and of course the magnificent 11th century chateau at Pompadour, this property is ideally located.

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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.