Living within walls that whisper five centuries of history. This 17th-century private mansion, listed as Historic Monument, stands majestically in the heart of a French city, surrounded by ancient walls and gardens.
This extraordinary 17th-century private mansion enjoys a privileged location in the historic center of a charming town in Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire region. The property is surrounded by high walls, some of which are the ancient city ramparts, creating a unique and unrepeatable setting.
With a built surface of 350 m² distributed across multiple historic buildings, this mansion listed as Historic Monument represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an authentic piece of French history. The property is accessible from the street through a carriage gate leading to a covered entrance of tuffeau stone that opens onto a large cobbled courtyard.
According to historical documents, this mansion was built between the 16th and 18th centuries, combining architectural elements from different periods that integrate harmoniously into a singularly beautiful ensemble.
The main mansion, built in lime-rendered masonry stone, was erected over cellars and includes ground floor, first floor and second floor under the eaves. The south-facing front facade is marked by large symmetrical windows with small panes and interior shutters.
The ground floor houses all the main living areas. The stone-floored entrance hall leads to a salon decorated with Louis XVI wood paneling with four corner cupboards, herringbone parquet flooring and marble fireplace. The recently created library in the extension, and the dining room decorated with 17th-century wood paneling complete the noble spaces.
The kitchen features Burgundy stone tile flooring and an impressive Renaissance tuffeau stone fireplace. The most spectacular element is the monumental tuffeau stone staircase decorated with columns and balusters under a vaulted ceiling.
The first floor houses three bedrooms, each with marble fireplace and storage spaces, two complete bathrooms and a separate toilet. The attic offers an open-plan space where the wooden truss beams remain visible and the floor is covered with oak parquet.
The property includes the former stables, a rectangular building from the 17th century renovated in the 19th, with slate roof dotted with dormer windows. Its ground floor contains a kitchen/dining room, salon and bedroom with tuffeau stone fireplace. The attic includes three additional bedrooms, each with its own bathroom.
An independent dwelling facing the street communicates with the main mansion through the library. With approximately 70 m², it includes a shop on the ground floor and requires renovation work.
Among the annexed outbuildings stand the 16th-century watchtower integrated into the ancient ramparts with a vaulted chapel on the ground floor, and the old bakery with its original stone oven.
Maine-et-Loire is part of the prestigious Pays de la Loire region, world-famous for its Renaissance castles and UNESCO heritage. The location allows enjoying excellent transport connections, with Paris just 1h30 by TGV.
Proximity to the Loire Valley offers access to Saumur in 30 minutes, allowing exploration of France's most emblematic castles. The region stands out for its refined gastronomy, its internationally prestigious wines and its artisanal traditions preserved for centuries.
The historic center of the town offers walking access to all services, shops, restaurants and cultural activities, while the nearest international airport facilitates international connections.
This mansion represents a unique opportunity to acquire historic heritage listed, perfectly preserved and ready to inhabit, in one of France's most prestigious regions.
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350 m²
350 m²
6
6
All orientations
Yes
Pending
999 kW h m² / año
Pending
999 kg CO₂ m² / año
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