Remarkable 12/16th C Chateau overlooking River Vienne

An exceptional Chateau for sale whose history spans the period between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The setting for this glorious estate is remarkable, perched above the Vienne river in an unassailable position, with extensive views over the surrounding countryside.

The Castle
This remarkable castle has a wonderful atmosphere, redolent of its historic past. It has been meticulously and completely renovated over the past 45 years. With over 2,000m2 of living space, the Chateau has beautiful spacious well lit reception rooms and 24 bedrooms with suites. The owners were careful to retain its many wonderful original features including large stone fireplaces, parquet floors, and magnificent stone spiral staircases.

Outbuildings. There is a caretaker's house, a housekeeper's house and vast outbuildings of over 800m2.

Grounds; The estate is a haven of tranquillity and benefits from total privacy. The three beautiful listed gardens were created by well known landscapers. In one of them is a lovely swimming pool. The remaining estate consists of woodland and meadows.

A charming village with all the main shopping facilities is nearby. Poitiers with its TGV station and rapid access to Paris is only 20 minutes away.

A rare opportunity......