Stunning 17th Century Château With 21 Bedrooms Near The Vendée Coast

About the Property

A distinguished 17th-century château, meticulously maintained, situated near the Vendée coast, less than 20 minutes from Saint Jean de Monts and Saint Gilles Croix de Vie. This expansive estate encompasses 159,200 m² and features 22 bedrooms, making it an exceptional residence in a region celebrated for its natural beauty, rich flora and fauna, and renowned salt marshes. The château is approached via a wooded driveway nearly 500 meters long, flanked by a serene pond, leading to a grand courtyard before the north façade of the main building. The architecture comprises a central section with two wings, each crowned with a corner tower. The façade, constructed of coated rubble stone, is adorned with white stone openings, some elegantly decorated with mullions or colonnades, while the high slate roof features Renaissance-style brick chimneys and dormers. The south façade boasts a substantial overhanging terrace, complemented by a balustrade staircase descending to a second esplanade, overlooking a vast meadow and the surrounding woods. The entrance, marked by a pediment, opens into a hallway with a double vaulted ceiling, leading to the south terrace and a reception area that connects to two large dining rooms. These rooms are richly decorated with parquet floors, marble fireplaces, wood paneling, and high ceilings featuring decorative mouldings and coffering. The château's first floor comprises nine exquisitely decorated bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and toilet, while the second floor offers an additional twelve bedrooms, also with en-suite facilities. Outbuildings: - A single-storey cottage with living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, and toilet. - A single-storey house with living room/kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, toilet, garage, and boiler room. - A house with four bedrooms, shower room, and toilet (electric heating). - A garage and workshop. - An unheated swimming pool. - A tennis court. The estate's 39.5-acre park serves as a verdant oasis, featuring woods, lawns, meadows, and a tranquil pond. Price: €2,550,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Exclusive listing by Cabinet LE NAIL.