House buy in Chinon Centre-Val de Loire

Hidden behind its imposing gates, this beautifully restored period home boasts an immaculate park of over an acre (plus an additional woodland plot of 2/3 acre), courtyard and pool area enhancing this very well presented 7 bedroom 16th century property. This Loire valley mansion is in an excellent location directly off a quiet village street a short walk from your morning croissants.... The main gates protect you from prying eyes and along with the surrounding wall offer total privacy for this property. THE ACCOMMODATION The house has been beautifully restored and enjoys ample space over the 3 floors for family and friends. The ground floor has a large entrance hall with stone floor and exposed beams. The kitchen is well equiped and large (37 sq.m) with quarry tiled floor and stone fireplace. There's a utility room. Dining hall of 30 sq.m with feature stone fireplace. Lounge of 28 sq.m with stone floor, beams and stone fireplace and a second lounge of 25 sq.m with similar features. A washroom, laundry and linen room complete the ground floor. The first floor offers a master bedroom of 28 sq.m with dressing area. Bathroom of 25 sq.m, 3 further bedrooms (14 sq.m, 17 sq.m and 13 sq.m) all with quarry tiled floors and beams. Another bedroom of 11 sq.m with parquet flooring. A study 11 sq.m, shower room and wc and separate wc. The second floor provides a 36 sq.m bedroom, another of 10 sq.m (needs a bit of finishing) and a large attic space ripe for conversion if required. Oil fired central heating and mains drainage add the comfort and ease of use to this elegant home offering 350 sq.m of current living space. OUTSIDE We have a heated swimming pool ( of 13m x 3m), a large outbuilding of approximately 90 sq.m which houses an old accommodation room with fireplace, garage, old stables, cellar, wine cellar and storage rooms. All with an attic above. There are two internal courtyards, a formal garden with trees and shrubs and a separate piece of woodland of 1,769 sq.m. OUR VERDICT ... A charming period home with lots of natural light which has been lovingly restored offering comfortable accommodation and garden for a family and guests. Scope to expand further in both the attic space of the main house and also in the outbuilding - a gite or annex possibly. A super location within walking distance to amenities and a short drive into Chinon. Environment & Surroundings Near Airport/Ferries? Near to Shops? Near to Schools? Public Transport? And Before You Ask Exposure: South Year of Renovation: 2000 Condition: Ready to move in Heating System: Central heating (oil) Reason for selling: Other Currently lived in: Yes Condition of Roof: Good condition Drainage: Connected to mains town system Property Tax: €1136.00 Land Tax: €1485.00 Nationality of Owners: British