1h15 from Lyon – exceptional Renaissance Chateau

1h15 from Lyon centre, remarkable property comprising a splendid 15th - 16th century chateau with approx. 13,993 sq.ft. of living space and its outbuildings. The chateau is organised around an elegant inner courtyard serving two wings of accommodation, a remarkable tower and an imposing cellar dungeon with 4 floors and panoramic terrace. Splendid reception rooms of approx. 1,615 sq. ft. overlooking the inner courtyard, with monumental fireplace and dedicated kitchen. 16 bedrooms, most of them with en-suite bathrooms. Remarkable decorative features: fireplaces, wood panelling, high ceilings, terracotta and chequered floors, parquet flooring. Next to the chateau: a caretaker's cottage of approx. 1,076 sq. ft. (lounge and 4 bedrooms) and large sheds that could be used for a wood chip heating system to replace the current chateau heating system. A little further away: a comfortable villa typical of the 1960's with approx. 2,076 sq. ft. of living space completed by a full basement and an adjoining 2-car garage. A very well designed house, including noble materials in respect of the listed chateau; a functional residence, whose decoration could be updated. The land, with a total surface area of 35 acres, includes a beautiful park of approx. 10 acres with superb ornamental trees, two water features and a vegetable garden-orchard as well as two large plots of land in the nature of meadow, rented under a rural lease and separated by a beautiful driveway planted with trees. A remarkable property, marked by French history, ideal for mixed private and professional use. This excellent property benefits from a bucolic environment while enjoying the conveniences of the town of Roanne located 10 km away and its easily accessible airfield. The property has been classified as a Historic Monument since 1927: a recognition of the exceptional character of this beautiful building complex, and an invitation to take long-term care of it due to the tax advantages specific to this status. Video on demand.