Houdemont, 785 m² Schloß for sale

On the heights of Houdemont, just a few minutes from the centre of Nancy, Château de Montauban is set within a 7-hectare 49-are enclosed and wooded estate, enjoying an elevated position and remarkable views over the Nancy metropolitan area and the Meurthe Valley.

The history of Montauban has unfolded over the centuries. Originally a farming estate and later a wine-growing smallholding, the property became a country residence around 1830 before acquiring, in the late 19th century, the appearance of the château we know today. The different periods in the estate’s history remain visible in its architecture and in the diversity of the buildings that make up the property.

Offering approximately 785 sqm of living space, the residence comprises 27 rooms, divided between two separate living areas with shared spaces. It includes 13 bedrooms, five reception rooms and three bathrooms, together with numerous ancillary and service areas.

The interiors reflect the property’s rich architectural heritage. Oak parquet flooring in a variety of patterns, finely crafted wood panelling, leaded stained-glass windows, tapestries and numerous fireplaces, mainly in marble, adorn a succession of generously proportioned reception rooms.

Among the most remarkable spaces is a library featuring refined wood panelling, which has retained all of its original character. The residence’s numerous windows provide abundant natural light and create a constant connection with the surrounding parkland.

Beneath the roof lies one of the château’s most distinctive features: a former private chapel, complete with altar, holy water font and a starry-sky ceiling, illuminated by three stained-glass windows, one of which is dedicated to Saint Mary Magdalene.

The vaulted cellars are another reminder of Montauban’s wine-growing past, when wine produced on the estate was stored and matured on site in large wooden vats.

To the rear of the château, the former farmstead is arranged around a courtyard and includes substantial outbuildings, notably stables, horse boxes, barns and a winter garden, providing extensive additional space.

Outside, the parkland forms an integral part of the property. A monumental staircase leads from the residence down to a large pond fed by a natural spring, which once also supplied the troughs of the former farmstead.

Mature trees, wooded areas and open vistas create an exceptionally preserved natural setting.

The estate is located within a natural zone (Zone N). With its generous volumes, extensive outbuildings and substantial grounds, the property offers a range of potential opportunities, subject to applicable planning regulations and the necessary administrative authorisations.

Significant renovation work is required. Dry rot has been identified in certain parts of the property; the available information regarding its presence will be provided to prospective purchasers.

Despite its preserved setting, Montauban remains particularly accessible, close to local shops, Houdemont railway station and the main road networks providing quick access to Nancy.

A rare historic estate on the outskirts of Nancy, combining nearly 800 sqm of living space, 7.49 hectares of parkland, remarkable architecture and extensive outbuildings, offering a unique opportunity to restore an exceptional piece of heritage.

This property is presented by Hugo Conerardy, BARNES Consultant.

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