5 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Autun, Burgundy

1,200,000 EUR 1,044,000 GBP 1,188,000 USD

Reference: 232006

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Floor Size: 813 m2
Plot Size: 12.93 hectares / 31.94 acres
Work Required: None
Gite / Annex / Additional Accommodation
Income Potential

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Charming character chateau in a beautiful and private wooded setting with over 30 acres of land near to the Burgundian town of Autun.

The 5 bedroom house offers total privacy with stunning panoramic views taking full advantage of its perfect south-facing position.
The location makes the most of its immediate natural surroundings; a paradise for hiking, biking and water-sports on the nearby lakes and rivers.

The nearby town of Autun, with its varied and fascinating history including Roman remains, provides all the facilities for year-round living, including its many restaurants, cafes and shops.
The possibilities for adapting this family home into a dream house are endless. Or one can simply move in and take advantage of the fully equipped kitchen, renovated bathrooms and the easy to manage surrounds.
Upstairs currently accommodates 3 spacious bedrooms, a beautiful study, and a possible separate apartment with mezzanine bedroom, all with views down to the valley.
Ground level has a range of different living areas ideal for relaxing or entertaining in groups or simply as a couple.
While the rooms are spacious, they are still cosy, especially with the numerous period working fireplaces.
A magnificent atrium conservatory at the end of the house is there to enjoy the sun all year round.
The grounds of the chateau also contain possibilities to accommodate guests with 3 apartments and two separate gatehouses.
Space in the garden for landing a helicopter and easy access to the local airport.

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Guide to the French Buying Process

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)
On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner. The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent. Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit
Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion
Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase. During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.