A stately 18th-century property, typical of the Loire Valley
and fully restored, with more than 6 hectares of woods and pastures, to the north of Tours
and fully restored, with more than 6 hectares of woods and pastures, to the north of Tours
Chartre-sur-le-Loir,
SARTHE
pays-de-loire
72340
FR
Location
On the border of the former Maine and Touraine provinces, the property is located in the countryside, on the outskirts of a village characteristic of the Loir River valley. This small wine-making region, which attracts many tourists each year, is 40 kilometres to the north of the Loire Valley, while its mild climate is ideal for producing wines with such appellations as Coteaux du Loir and Jasnières.
Ten kilometres away, the Bercé public woodland extends over more than 5,000 hectares, and boasts more than 280 kilometres of hiking trails, whereas an outdoors activities centre, on a nearby lakeshore, is only a few kilometres away.
As for the neighbouring village, it contains all essential services for daily life, while two small towns, including La Chartre-sur-le-Loir, are less then a dozen kilometres away and offer additional amenities, such as a flea market, supermarket, lower secondary schools, cultural and athletic facilities, as well as a medical centre.
With Paris, Le Mans, Tours and Vendôme accessible via the motorway in 250, 50, 40 and 45 kilometres, respectively, the Montval-sur-Loir slip road to the A28 motorway is less than 15 kilometres away, while from Le Mans and Vendôme, high-speed rail service provides connections to Paris in under an hour, as well as Charles-de-Gaulle airport in one hour and 45 minutes.
Description
A former wine-growing estate, which was completely restored 15 years ago, the property gets its name from local lore, while, once past the gate, the dwelling stands out thanks to its symmetrical appearance and high-quality materials. Rectangular in shape, with approximately 320 m² of floor area and flanked on either side by reconstructed partially glazed pavilions, the main structure features two stories and is topped with a thin slate roof, punctuated by pedimented dormers, whereas the main façade, facing west and cadenced by windows and doors surrounded by ashlar stone, as well as simple cornices, is a testament to the understated classicism of the 18th century as well as the more lavish adjustments made in the 19th and 20th centuries.
As for the property’s former service quarters, they are organised around a main courtyard, while, in the back, the dwelling conceals a garden enclosed by tall verdant hedges and sheltered from view. Featuring a series of patios overlooking the landscape, the latter of which is made up of a large pasture and a wooded hillside, behind the woods, a plateau includes two more pastures and a private landing strip for microlight aircraft, whereas paddocks, as well as an outbuilding for horses, are located behind the former service quarters.
As for the property’s former service quarters, they are organised around a main courtyard, while, in the back, the dwelling conceals a garden enclosed by tall verdant hedges and sheltered from view. Featuring a series of patios overlooking the landscape, the latter of which is made up of a large pasture and a wooded hillside, behind the woods, a plateau includes two more pastures and a private landing strip for microlight aircraft, whereas paddocks, as well as an outbuilding for horses, are located behind the former service quarters.
The Manor House
The ground floor
In addition to a staircase, as well as an inconspicuous lavatory, the entrance hall also provides access, on one side, to the living areas and, on the other, to a private suite with a bedroom, study, wardrobe and bathroom with a steam room. Looking out towards nature, the latter provides access to a private patio with an outdoor Jacuzzi, while original terracotta floor tiles, in a palette of warm hues, can be found throughout this level, except for the kitchen – boasting a number of high-quality amenities and organised around a central island – which features polished Belgian blue stone tiles, as well as the private suite with solid oak parquet floors.
With visible ceiling beams and ashlar stone fireplaces, the dwelling’s interior is bathed in light thanks to wide windows, especially in the extensions on either side, with their vast wood and metal-framed openings, whereas, to the east, a series of patios create inviting places to sit and enjoy the sunshine.
The first floor
A staircase with burnished wood steps provides access to three bedrooms, including one with a mezzanine. With unobstructed views of the garden or outbuildings, two of the bedrooms abut a private bathroom, while a cloakroom and a lavatory were created on the landing.
The basement
Accessible from the ground floor’s private quarters via a staircase, a room could be converted into a home cinema, while following on from here is a machine room, which makes it possible to manage the entire property remotely.
The Farm's Service Quarters and Outbuildings
Opposite the manor house, an outbuilding wing faces the courtyard, while these charming edifices, constructed out of the same tuffeau stone and topped with a slate roof, were once used for storage and as stables.
As for their exteriors, cadenced by wide cart doors and more rustic dormer windows, they contrast nicely with the manor’s elegant symmetry, while their proportions, immense and sound, would be conducive for a number of projects.
Last, but not least, one of the workshops is heated, and one of the outbuildings, built out of wood and with an automated door, is used as a garage for three vehicles.
The Grounds, Pastureland and Woods
The gravel courtyard includes a large central flowerbed planted with local varieties and heritage roses, which dialogue nicely with the mineral aspect of the nearby retaining walls, while the grounds, enclosed by hedges, a tall wire fence as well as electric barriers, extend over approximately 5,000 m² around the buildings.
In addition, fencing with automatic gates provides access to the pastures and paddocks, whereas, towards the top of the property, and past the woods, a self-contained agricultural storage building features both a fireplace and a wood-burning stove.
The Swimming Pool
Unheated, but with a solar cover, the 4 x 12-metre swimming pool is surrounded by a swim deck, while its electrolysis filtration system with a glass bead filter was recently changed.
The Equestrian Amenities
With such amenities as an outdoor riding school, approximately 40 x 20 metres, paddocks as well as open stabling and indoor loose boxes, located behind the former service quarters, the property could easily accommodate five horses, while shelters with Canadian-style drinking troughs have been installed in the pastures, the latter of which provide the necessary hay for its residents.
Our opinion
Between the former Maine and Touraine provinces, this property, surrounded by nature, is ideal for recharging one’s battery by a roaring fire or for horseback rides through the countryside, while, thanks to this property’s subtle blend of precision and poetry, each detail in the dwelling and its eye-catching extensions was designed in order to combine discretion with elegance.
Inherently charming given its symmetrical proportions, magnificent restoration as well as the scope of its amenities, this ultimate family dwelling, where each stone recalls a memory or an anecdote, could also be acquired with all of its furnishings and equipment, at an additional cost to the asking price, whereas the proximity of the capital, only two hours away, is an undeniable asset for weekend getaways.
1 155 000 €
Fees at the Vendor’s expense
Reference 215359
| Land registry surface area | 6 ha 82 a 60 ca |
| Main building floor area | 320 m² |
| Number of bedrooms | 4 |
| Outbuildings floor area | 320 m² |
| including refurbished area | 25 m² |
French Energy Performance Diagnosis
Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website: www.georisques.gouv.fr
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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.
