House in Varennes-Vauzelles

Located 2 hours 15 minutes from Paris and 2 hours 30 minutes from Lyon, come and discover this magnificent late 18th-century château.
Set on a wooded plot of 2.9 ha, featuring several listed trees (including a magnificent cedar), this exceptional property was fully renovated in 2016.
Ideally situated less than 3 km from an exit on the A77 motorway, this majestic property is perfectly suited to a commercial venture, offering substantial income and enjoyment to future owners.
Currently, five guest rooms on the first floor are operated year-round and are highly profitable. This property, steeped in history, is also ideal for hosting weddings, seminars and prestigious receptions. The reception room, measuring over 60m², and the 40m² bar-restaurant area, with access to the terraces, are real assets.
There is a spacious kitchen with a restored cold store. This château was once one of the leading venues for gastronomy in the Nièvre region, frequented by high society, artists and top sports personalities (François Mitterrand, Charles Trenet, Michael Schumacher, etc.), and has the potential to regain that status.
It was even saved from demolition by President Mitterrand, who used his influence to divert the motorway route.
It is worth noting that the château is just 14 minutes from the Nevers Magny-Cours motor racing circuit, opening up opportunities for a business catering to lovers of fine cars, who are often also keen on prestigious properties. The courtyard and grounds can accommodate the region’s finest cars.
In addition, there is a large, self-contained flat of 84m² on the first floor. A second floor, offering a further 134m², currently fitted out as a large flat with four bedrooms and four en-suite bathrooms, could also be used for commercial purposes.
As for its history, this château was acquired by Napoleon’s tax collector, before being restored by his son in 1859.
It has been regularly restored, with the most recent work carried out in 2021: external rendering. In 2023, the roof, electrical wiring, plumbing, etc. were overhauled. A list of the work carried out is available.
Work still to be planned includes the drainage system (quote pending) and three or four shower rooms.

An exchange for a property in Narbonne or the surrounding area may be considered.
The property may also be sold on a deferred payment basis, with an initial deposit of €500,000 and the balance payable in instalments over 3 to 5 years.
Only serious offers will be considered.
Standard sale also possible.

Property details and video available.
Viewings subject to proof of financing.

Information on the risks associated with this property is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Sale price: €990,000
Agency fees payable by the seller

Contact your SAFTI adviser: Sylvain MAUBLANC, Tel.: •• •• •• •• ••, Email: sylvain.maublanc@safti.fr - EI - Estate agent registered with the RSAC in LONS-LE-SAUNIER under number 818 502 056