Huis voor Kopen in Chateauroux, Centrum-Val de Loire

Situated between Issoudun and Chateauroux, this former fortified castle dating from the 9th and 10th centuries was saved in extremis from an advanced state of disrepair by its current owner. A witness to French history, of which only around 400 sqm of the original building remains today, the castle comprises part of the main building and its staircase tower. It was remodeled in the 15th and 19th centuries. The current owner has re-roofed and consolidated the castle. As a result, the castle has regained much of its former splendor. The courtyard is occupied by a former farmhouse that has been converted and renovated into a 100 sqm dwelling house and a 60 sqm apartment. The park features a pond, orchard and vegetable garden. It is surrounded on one side by a river, and on the other by a diversion from it. Although the main structure is in good condition, restoration work is still required, particularly inside the castle. However, with its unique architecture, magnificent setting and privileged location, the castle presents a rare and unique opportunity for any buyer wishing to own a historic property and restore it with care. The potential of this chateau is exceptional and its charm unparalleled. The castle: The castle is a tall stone structure built in a very open V-shape, with a half-erected tower in the center of the courtyard facade, housing a spiral staircase leading to the various levels. On the courtyard side, the main facade (facing west) of the dwelling features three storeys in elevation, heightened by the basement. Access from this side is at mid-level, at the foot of the tower, via a double staircase and a door rebuilt in the neoclassical style in the early 19th century. On the garden side, access is via another double staircase on the terrace, which is itself reached by a ten-step stone staircase. The tower has been truncated and lost its conical roof. Garden level (basement): The former kitchens (46 sqm) still house an imposing Gothic fireplace and some fine antique features. The cellar continues First level: A vast 65 sqm room with its fireplace, en suite, a room, two WCs and a kitchen. Second level: Two bedrooms (45 and 65 sqm) in need of complete renovation, Third level: Two bedrooms of 45 and 65 sqm to renovate The rooms on the first level were used as reception rooms for weddings. The apartment: A porch separates the castle from the apartment. The apartment comprises a hallway leading to a bedroom, a shower room and a toilet, A living room opening onto a kitchenette and a utility room. There is also an outbuilding consisting of an old barn. To the south of the chateau : Restored dwelling (former farmhouse) Ground floor: A hallway, kitchen, shower room and toilet. Continuing, a living room with fireplace. Upstairs: Three bedrooms, a mezzanine bedroom and a study. Facilities and comforts: Chateau: Flat tile roof redone 11 years ago. Heating: No central heating. Some electric radiators Woodwork: Single-glazed wood joinery. Water: communal network Sanitation: septic tank connected to mains drainage. Apartment and house: Flat tile roofs redone 11 years ago. Heating: NFC electric radiant panel installed in 2002. Propane gas heating for the house Woodwork: Double-glazed wood joinery Water: communal network Hot water: water heater Sanitation: septic tank connected to mains drainage. The grounds: 1ha 11 planted with beautiful secular trees and enhanced by an orchard. Surrounded by the river and a diversion, 3 sluice gates regulate the water level (two manual and one solar). The former "basse- cour" has been transformed into a meadow and pond fed by the river. Although modest in size, the park has great charm. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available at: [hidden] Key Features: 200 m2 11150 m2 Plot size 5 bedrooms 1 drawing room Ref: [hidden]CL