Castle for sale in Nevers, France

Sumptuous fully restored listed property on 7 hectares perched on a rocky peak with a view of the Canal du Nivernais and the rolling countryside. Located just 2.5 hours from Paris via the A6 and A77 motorways in the Burgundy region. English-style gardens, where the undulating size of the boxwood responds with humour to the surrounding countryside and recalls the hedges of Bazois. Totalling approximately 2900 sq.m of floor space, the property includes a castle dating from the 13th and 15th centuries with a mediaeval entrance which reveals an authentic interior transporting us back in time and offering sumptuous reception rooms with monumental fireplaces, Burgundy stone or parquet flooring, ribbed or coffered ceilings, boudoirs and hidden rooms. Large kitchens, dining rooms and a magnificent 13th century cellar. An elevator serving the first two upstairs floors adds a delicate touch of modernity. On the first floor, there is a series of lounges. 15 bedrooms with private bathrooms and contemporary WCs, each offering remarkable views. Slightly set back hidden behind pruned boxwoods, a delightful defence tower overlooks the village and the valley. Converted into accommodation, it offers a gentle blend of modernity and authenticity. The second castle dating from the 17th century presents a main entrance opening onto a large living room, a sumptuous reception room with large French windows opening onto two terraces, plus a living room with bar and fireplace, a kitchen and a hammam. On the upper floors, you will find meeting rooms, lounges / home gym, a private apartment and four suites with bathrooms, showers and toilets. Outside, there is a magnificent heated outdoor swimming pool. Located below on the peaceful banks of the Canal du Nivernais, accessible by an underground passage, there is a magnificent orangery dating from the end of the 17th century as well as a greenhouse, geometric ponds, a vegetable garden and a heliport. A remarkable property steeped in history.

Additional Property Information:
• Rooms: 40
• Bedrooms: 22
• External size: 58,000 m²
• Size: 2,500 m²
• Floor Count: 4
• Reference: PPC-12445-AD