Historical 16 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Neons sur Creuse, Centre

1,990,000 EUR 1,711,400 GBP 2,149,200 USD

Reference: 235423

Bedrooms: 16
Bathrooms: 13
Floor Size: 630 m2
Plot Size: 8.4 hectares / 20.75 acres

Features

Equestrian Facilities
Hot Tub or Sauna
Possible Extra Dwellings
Outbuildings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Private
Parking
Garage
Turn Key Good Condition

Details

Rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional 15th century French Chateau with 3 gites, stables and outbuildings, nestling in nearly 21 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool and Jacuzzi, enjoying wonderful countryside views from its peaceful location in the Brenne regional park, South of the Indre (36).

The main castle retains all the original characteristics of the noble and rural architecture of the 15th century. On the ground floor there are 2 impressive living rooms, a large open plan kitchen/dining area and several libraries.

On the first floor there are 6 regal bedrooms (5 with en-suite facilities), and a further two bedrooms and a large attic are situated on the 2nd floor.

The enclosed private 15 x 7m heated salt water pool, has outdoor lighting and a Jacuzzi. An annex building contains the salt water filtration plant, a changing room, kitchenette and WCs. The enchanting gardens have been lovingly created by the current owner over the years and are a gardener's paradise.

There are 3 gites situated in the grounds, the first offering accommodation for 8 people. On the ground floor there is a living room, kitchen/ dining room, shower room and WC. On the first floor there are 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. A delightful private garden surrounds the property.

The second gite provides accommodation for 6 people with a living room, kitchen/ dining area on the ground floor and 3 bedrooms on the first floor and a private garden.

The third gite is able to communicate with the 2nd gite and offers accommodation for 2 people, a living room, kitchenette and bathroom on the ground floor and 1 bedroom on the first floor.

A captivating miniature house offers a life size Wendy house for children.

The large concert hall is also located in the grounds for seating up to 230, with a cloakroom and 4 WCs.

Various other outbuildings are situated in the grounds offering stables, a wine press and garage.

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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.