Wow factor 5 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Montval sur Loir, Pays-de-la-Loire

1,450,000 EUR 1,247,000 GBP 1,566,000 USD

Reference: 247435

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Floor Size: 400 m2
Plot Size: 7.4 hectares / 18.28 acres

Features

No Pool
Garden
Land
Fireplace
Good Condition
Traditional Style
Parking
Quiet Area
Outstanding View
Countryside View
Woodland
Outbuildings
Equestrian Facilities
Garage

Details

Absolutely exquisite 5 bedroom historical Chateau with outbuildings, nestling in over 18 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, meadows and woodland, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near all amenities in Montval sur Loir.

This elegant listed property is situated in the upper Loire Valley, Sarthe department, not far from a state-owned forest that provides a fabulous place to get away from it all, in a hilly, wooded region that foreshadows the Loir valley.

A small, pleasant town 6 km away, with good rail links, offers a full range of services.

The dwelling was probably built in the 15th century, then extended and altered in the early 17th and 18th centuries. The old dwelling is flanked by two towers built in 1601 and extended at the rear by two wings, one of which was built in the early 18th century. It is built of stone and has a slate roof. The frames, quoins and cornices are made of tufa stone.

It comprises of an entrance hall (14m2) tiled with terracotta floor tiles, wainscoting, living room (30m2), tiled with terracotta floor tiles, 17th century tufa fireplace, small room in the adjoining tower, living room (31m2), shower room (5m2) and corridor, on the ground floor.

There is also a central living room (32m2), dining room (23m2) with baluster stairway, corridor with shower room and separate WC, and kitchen (37m2), on this floor.

On the first floor are 5 bedrooms, 2 with fireplaces, a shower room, 2 bathrooms and wc.

Above is an attic.

The outbuildings form a courtyard in front of the manor house: -

A barn (137m2), 4.11 m high, rammed earth floor, tiled and slate roof.

- A boiler room.

- An old stable (5.22 x 14.1 or 73.8m2), 3 m high, cement floor.

- An old forge (5 x 6.5 i. e. 33m2), 2.3 m high, with fireplace.

- A garage (6.7 x 8.3 or 56m2), 2.77 m high.

- Various small utility rooms.

- A former dovecote (4.2 x 4.05,17m2), 2.8 m high, with a room above it that was formerly habitable.

This charming property is accessed via a driveway planted with American oaks. Its beautifully landscaped courtyard, outbuildings and garden are surrounded by a moat spanned by two stone bridges.

The surrounding area comprises a series of plots of meadows and woodlands totalling 18.28 acres. They provide sufficient land to ensure good environmental protection.

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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.