Neo-Classical Château with Landscaped Park and Historic Outbuildings

About the Property

Nestled less than thirty minutes from Nantes, the Château de la Chauffetière, constructed in 1840, commands a prominent position overlooking the Loire River in the village of La Martinière, Le Pellerin. This neo-classical architectural gem is set within a splendid landscaped park of 9.1 acres, entirely enclosed by stone walls and adorned with rare species and century-old trees. The château, characterized by its central body flanked by two symmetrical wings, features monumental entrance steps and tuffeau stone window surrounds topped with alternating triangular and arched pediments. The elegant ashlar stone dormers further enhance the architectural sophistication of this residence. Historically significant, the château served as the home of Dr. Gilbert Sourdille for over sixty years, a notable figure who co-founded the Sourdille ophthalmological clinic in Nantes. Spanning approximately 400 square meters of habitable space, the château unfolds over two principal levels. The raised ground floor comprises a through hall with views of the Loire, a dining room with a fireplace, a study also featuring a fireplace, and a spacious drawing room. The west wing includes a fitted kitchen, service entrance, and a bedroom with a shower room, while the east wing accommodates two bedrooms with a communicating shower room. The first floor, accessible via two wooden staircases, offers several bedrooms, bathrooms, and a vast central room suitable for use as a dormitory or games room. Additionally, a substantial semi-basement of 200 square meters presents multiple possibilities for conversion. The property is equipped with gas central heating, featuring a new boiler installed in 2024 and recent double-glazed joinery. Outbuildings: - 18th-century chapel (1766) requiring restoration - Stables - Substantial garage - Barn with hayloft - Ornamental pond - Independent cottage of 33 square meters The estate benefits from two independent accesses, including a historic entrance with half-moon gates, and includes a swimming pool requiring renovation, a walled kitchen garden, and an ornamental pond. The landscaped park, with its remarkable century-old trees, enjoys partial protection as a Protected Landscape Area, while an additional parcel of 3.7 acres ensures uninterrupted views of the Loire. The property holds authorization for change of use, permitting conversion into an events venue, and is recognized as a listed heritage building. Price: €1,297,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Exclusive listing by Junot Châteaux & Patrimoine.