18th-century mansion with outbuildings and 6 hectares in Bresse

Description

Historic mansion in France, a family legacy in the heart of Bresse

This exceptional property is located in the Bresse de l'Ain area, in the heart of the Bresse regional natural park, just 19 km from Mâcon and 65 km from Lyon. The mansion dates from the 18th century and has always remained in the same family, preserving its original historic character through generations.

The architectural complex sits on 6 hectares (14.83 acres) of perfectly preserved grounds, dotted with groves of century-old trees and meadows that stretch to the horizon. The property includes not only the main mansion of 592 m² built, but also multiple historic outbuildings: a private chapel, an 18th-century dovecote, the old rural farmhouse and extensive auxiliary buildings totaling almost 1000 m² additional space.

A neoclassical mansion that retains its original splendor

The mansion is illustrative of the architecture of its era, with a main façade facing east that stands out for its projecting central body crowned by a triangular pediment with oculus. A stone staircase, bordered by one hundred rose bushes, leads to the carved wooden double-leaf door that opens to the spacious central vestibule, the key piece of the entire construction.

Interiors that breathe history in every room

The central vestibule crosses the entire mansion, offering a perspective from the eastern courtyard to the western gardens. Its original parquet block flooring and wooden staircase with wrought iron balustrade that rises to a gallery create an atmosphere of stately grandeur.

The reception rooms are harmoniously distributed on each side of the vestibule. The celadon green decorated salon features finely worked wood paneling, marble fireplace and period furniture that conveys centuries of family history. The grand dining room with intense red decoration preserves original furniture, including a grandfather clock and period sideboards.

The 14 bedrooms are distributed across three floors, preserving unique historic elements: chevron pattern wooden floors, exposed beams, original moldings and marble fireplaces crowned with overmantels. The furniture includes marquetry wardrobes, commodes with gilded fittings and pieces that have remained in the family for generations.

Historic outbuildings with extraordinary potential

The old rural farmhouse of 150 m² preserves its rammed earth walls and curved tile roof. An exterior wooden staircase leads to the upper level, while granaries, stables and a henhouse of 160 m² complete the historic agricultural facilities.

The private brick chapel preserves its sacred charm with stucco moldings composed of colonnades, festoons and rosettes. The altar remains in its original place, and has two entrances: one from the garden for the owners and another exterior that was formerly used by the village people.

The 16 m² dovecote built in rammed earth stands as a vestige of a bygone era, while the auxiliary buildings of 345 m² and the hangars of 400 m² offer multiple conversion possibilities for habitable spaces, workshops or event halls.

Buy mansion in Bresse, between gastronomic tradition and heritage

The location in the Bresse regional natural park places this property in a territory that combines preserved nature with rich gastronomic tradition. The region is the birthplace of Bresse AOC chicken, the only chicken with designation of origin in France, and the famous Bleu de Bresse cheese.

The proximity to Vonnas provides access to the haute cuisine of Georges Blanc, while Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne offers perfectly preserved medieval architecture. Bourg-en-Bresse, a few kilometers away, houses the Royal Monastery of Brou, a jewel of Flamboyant Gothic considered one of the architectural wonders of France.

The vineyards of Mâconnais and the Beaujolais wine route are less than an hour away, while the medieval city of Pérouges, one of the most beautiful villages in France, completes an exceptional cultural environment. The TGV connection from Mâcon-Loché allows reaching Paris in 1 hour and 40 minutes, combining rural charm with urban accessibility.

This historic mansion represents a unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional architectural heritage in a region that has preserved its traditions and landscapes for centuries.

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