Early 20th century castle in 158 acres
in Ille-et-Vilaine
Location
Ille-et-Vilaine, in the heart of one of the biggest Breton forests, a few minutes from a town with 1,500 inhabitants. Approx. 250 miles from Paris.
Description
Early 20th century castle facing an extremely large lake. Long forest roads lead to this property which comprises 148 acres of woods (oaks, maritime pines, Scots pines, etc.) and 10 acres of grasslands including a deer park of just over 6 acres.
The main dwelling:
On the west side, facing the lake, the facade is flanked by a watch turret and topped with a sprocket roof including four triangular pediment and arched dormer windows.
The four storey castle spans 8,396 sq ft. The ground floor comprises an entrance hall with the main sculpted oak stairway, small lounge, lounge, dining room, study, conservatory, toilet and pantry.
Wainscoting, Aubusson tapestries, marble fireplaces and oak parquet flooring: the refinement of the beginning of the century is concentrated in these reception rooms.
One room on a mezzanine floor and six bedrooms, three bathrooms, a shower room and toilet on the first floor.
The second floor comprises six bedrooms, two bathrooms, a library and an attic. The basement includes a linen room, kitchen, storeroom, back kitchen, storage room, workshop, boiler room, cellar, toilet and 2 wood storage areas.
On the east facade, shafts of morning sunlight shine through the windows of the main stairway.
The outbuildings:
A wide driveway planted with twenty tall linden trees leads to the outbuildings.
-A caretakers’ cottage comprising a kitchen, a dining room, a room, a bathroom and a workshop on the ground floor; with 3 bedrooms, a toilet and an attic on the first floor.
-An annex composed of a bedroom, a kitchen and a bathroom.
-A second annex comprising 2 rooms on the ground floor and a bedroom upstairs.
-A large shed, a greenhouse, a garage, three stables and a hay loft. A covered swimming pool and a tennis court.
The management plan for the forest has been drawn up for the next ten years.
Our opinion
The property enjoys a rare tranquillity in the face of the unspoilt countryside and its wildlife. An extremely well-kept family castle without any major works to be carried out. This setting in the heart of an impressive forest will delight hunting enthusiasts.
Price: Contact us
Our fees are included in the stated sale price.
Reference 2325GD
| Land registry surface area | 64ha 34a 45ca / 158.995 acres |
| Main building surface area | 778 m² / 8,371 ft² |
Regional representative
Gilles Durin +33 (0)6 19 67 16 50
NB: The above information is not only the result of our visit to the property; it is also based on information provided by the current owner. It is by no means comprehensive or strictly accurate especially where surface areas and construction dates are concerned. We cannot, therefore, be held liable for any misrepresentation.
