Description:

Stunning 18th century chateau built by the architect Gabriel Douet and then transformed in 1890 and restored to its current state in 1965 whilst retaining many original features (mouldings, parquet floors and marble fireplaces ). Peaceful situation in a beautiful tree filled park of 6 Ha with gatehouse and independent relaxation area with swimming pool. The layout is as follows Ground floor - Access via a stone staircase to a reception room with fireplace and opening onto the rounded billiards room (with access to the terrace at the back), study with built-in library, lounge/games room, dining room and kitchen. 2 bedrooms and bathroom with toilet (all with disabled access). Service entrance, cloakroom and WC. A further independent entrance leading onto a wide staircase to the 1st floor illuminated by stained glass windows. 1st floor - Large master suite with entrance, study, large bedroom, bathroom, toilet and dressing room A guest suite with study, bedroom, bathroom and WC 2 junior suites with study, bedroom, bathroom and WC 2 further bedrooms with bathroom, all situated along the length of a corridor along the entire length of the building. Beautiful vaulted cellars and attic. Land and outbuildings: Park of approx. 6 hectares, largely enclosed by walls with beautiful trees and a section called the bird park with aviary, pond, waterfall and stream. Vegetable garden and orchard. Outbuildings: Six garages, workshop and woodshed. Caretaker's house with two apartments of 3 rooms. Large indoor pool with separate summer kitchen opening onto a terrace and the park. Sauna. The property is in good condition with oil central heating, slate roof in good condition and an electrical installation redone to modern standards in 1998. Mains drainage. Electric gate. Quiet setting just a few kilometres from the centre of Vichy with all shops and amenities, a train station (direct train to Paris in less than 3 hours), spa and wellness centres, a recreational airport and 2 golf courses. The A71 motorway ( Paris - Clermont-Ferrand) is about 20 km away.