An Elegant Eighteenth Century Chateau Offering Deceptively Spacious Interiors Blending Historic Grandeur with Exciting…

Property Description

An Elegant Eighteenth Century Chateau Offering Deceptively Spacious Interiors Blending Historic Grandeur with Exciting Modern Potential, Set in Almost 5 Acres just 15 Minutes from Limoges. The …

An elegant Eighteenth century chateau offering deceptively spacious interiors blending historic grandeur with exciting modern potential, set in almost 5 acres just 15 minutes from Limoges.

The property is approached via a private, tree-lined driveway that winds gracefully toward the property. Once owned by a Count and one of Napoleon Bonaparte's Generals, this character property dates back to 1790. The current owner has undertaken significant renovations, with major structural and system upgrades already completed across the ground and first floors.

Many original features remain, including wonderful fireplaces that enhance the chateau's timeless charm.

Ground Floor:
Grand entrance hall
Elegant living room
Formal dining room
Library
Garden entrance hall
Kitchen with pantry/laundry room
Access to an extensive cellar

The cellar, spanning the footprint of the entire chateau, provides exceptional storage space and includes two wine cellars and a boiler room.

First Floor:
Five bedrooms
Two bedrooms with en suites
One bedroom with adjacent bathroom
Two additional bedrooms requiring finishing

Top Floor:
Divided into East and West wings, this level offers superb development potential-ideal for creating two private apartments for family or holiday rental, or for adding further bedrooms (subject to necessary permissions).

Modern Improvements include:
- Newly installed septic tank system
- New gas heating system (invoices available)
- Major renovation works already completed

Grounds & Exterior
Set within just under 2 hectares of landscaped gardens and meadows, the grounds surround the chateau with lawns, mature trees, and tranquil outdoor spaces.

Highlights include:
Ornamental fountain centred on the front lawn
Large garage block
30m2 room above the garage, suitable for conversion (subject to necessary permissions)

Location
Combining peaceful rural living with city convenience, the property benefits from close proximity to Limoges and all its amenities. The airport is approximately 25 minutes away, and the nearby Gare de Limoges-Benedictins-widely regarded as one of France's most beautiful TGV stations-offers excellent rail connections.

Whether envisioned as an impressive family residence, boutique hotel, or bed and breakfast (subject to permissions), this grand chateau presents a rare opportunity to shape a remarkable property into its next chapter.