Rare Charming Historic Family Home
Advert Reference: IFPC47100
For Sale By Owner (FSBO)
For Sale Privately
Currency Conversion provided by
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| €840,000 is approximately: | |
| British Pounds: | £714,000 |
| US Dollars: | $898,800 |
| Canadian Dollars: | C$1,234,800 |
| Australian Dollars: | A$1,386,000 |
Key Info
- Type: Residential (Cottage, Country House, Mansion / Belle Demeure, House), Maison Ancienne
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bath/ Shower Rooms: 3
- Habitable Size: 256 m²
- Land Size: 1,900 m²
Highlights
- A charming medieval oasis 10 minutes from the centre of Angers and the train station
- Steeped in history, 12th century, former leisure residence of Petronilla, 1st abbess of the royal abbey of Fontevraud.
- Completely restored recently (>€100K of work), equipped and maintained.
- Beautiful landscaped garden/park with trees and flowers (many roses).
- An extraordinary, luminous and restful place where medieval stones maintain a true art of living.
Features
- Alarm / CCTV
- Attic(s) / Loft(s)
- Bed & Breakfast Potential
- Car Port(s)
- Central Heating
- Character / Period Features
- Courtyard
- Double Glazing
- Driveway
- Fibre Internet
- Fireplace / Stove
- Garage(s)
- Garden(s)
- Mains Drainage
- Mains Electricity
- Mains Gas
- Mains Water
- Off-Street Parking
- Renovated / Restored
- Renovation / Development Potential
- Rental / Gîte Potential
- Stone
- Swimming Pool
- Terrace(s) / Patio(s)
- Well
- Woodburner Stove(s)
Property Description
Summary
A charming oasis steeped in history, dating back to the 12th century, this former leisure residence of Petronilla, the first abbess of the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, and later of other famous figures, is the oldest house in Angers, dating from 1114 or 1116. It has been in the family for over 30 years and has been recently fully restored (over €100,000 in renovations), equipped, and maintained.
Location
Between Angers and Saint-Barthélemy d'Anjou.
Access
10 minutes from the centre of Angers and the train station. Close access to the ring road, bus, shopping centre and services within 900m. Airport 15 minutes away.
Interior
256 m² on 1,900 m² of land, 39 m² living room, 4-5 bedrooms (1 on the ground floor), 26 m² fitted kitchen, 2 bathrooms (1 on the ground floor), 1 shower room, 4 toilets, 3 separate living areas, outbuildings. Alarm system, large 15th-century tufa stone fireplace, naturally cooled by its thick walls, therefore always cool even during heatwaves, Viessmann gas boiler, Godin wood-burning stove (2011), energy-efficient heating, insulation and double glazing, Velux windows, 3 electric blinds, ample storage.
Exterior
Beautiful landscaped garden/park with trees and flowers (numerous roses), heated swimming pool (2-year-old heat pump) and equipped, courtyard, large motorized aluminum gate, 2 garages + attic, carport for 2 cars, lean-to, thick slate walls, large south-facing slate terrace, well (never runs dry) with pump,
Additional Details
Private sale. No agencies or intermediaries. A video is available to view the house, and a first viewing can be arranged via WhatsApp. Given the exceptional nature of this medieval property, viewings are by appointment only, following an initial discussion. To ensure the security of the transaction, proof of financing capacity or a preliminary bank agreement may be required before any viewing.
Energy Consumption (DPE)
CO2 Emissions (GES)
Currency Conversion provided by
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| €840,000 is approximately: | |
| British Pounds: | £714,000 |
| US Dollars: | $898,800 |
| Canadian Dollars: | C$1,234,800 |
| Australian Dollars: | A$1,386,000 |
Location Information
For Sale By Owner (FSBO)
For Sale Privately
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