A unique opportunity to live in an exceptional historic monument converted into a superbly comfortable home.
A convent built in the 16th and 17th centuries to house the monks of the magnificent Gothic church nearby, on the edge of a pretty town in the Loire Valley. All the amenities of the town centre are just a few minutes' walk away, but the view overlooks the peaceful countryside, also accessible in a few minutes' walk from the house.
Various ancient architectural features have been preserved, including part of the cloister, which is now a beautiful outdoor gallery, the wine cellars and the remarkable carved stone well.
The exceptionally high ceilings, with their beautiful beams, create spacious, high-ceilinged rooms that remain cool in the height of summer, but the sophisticated underfloor heating keeps the house very warm during the winter months.
On the ground floor is a series of large, stately reception rooms: kitchen, living room, hallway and dining room. Large windows overlook either the French gardens to the west or the cloister to the east.
On the first floor, there are 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. At the top of the remarkable 16th-century staircase is one of the 'jewels' of the property, a huge, beautifully restored attic, which has been used as a painter's studio.
Owning a listed historic monument in France is both a privilege and a unique opportunity to become the guardian of the country's rich cultural heritage. These exceptional properties offer unparalleled architectural character. Living in a historic monument means living in history.
This picturesque town, just a 15-minute drive from the Abbey of Fontevraud, in the heart of the Loire Valley and major cultural centres such as Saumur, Chinon and Poitiers, offers a rare combination of rural tranquillity and easy access to modern amenities, including schools, healthcare and transport.