A stunning display of regency architecture in Bourbonnais

Just a stone’s throw away from the town of Bourges, this imposing historic building proudly presides over a 16-hectare estate. It was built in 1730 using multi-coloured bricks that glisten in the sunlight. This regency era building has several outhouses and a large courtyard in the refined decorative arts style which was very popular at the time.

Regency-style architecture, the pride of Bourbonnais

The building features not only 1,100 m² of living space but also a wooded area, fine stables and two towers, one serving as a chapel and the other a pigeon house. To add even more charm, there’s an English-style park, 100-year-old trees, lush lawns and a pond which meld beautifully in this calm country setting. There’s nothing more you could possibly wish for to enjoy this property.

The trophy room displays several mounted trophies from hunts in the surrounding woods. © DR

The gentry featured in the oval-shaped paintings gives an insight into the lives of the nobility here over the ages. © DR

Aristocratic comforts

The most impressive parts await indoors, in the main building. These include a hallway with ancient Roman-style columns, a grand Greek-style double staircase, 4 reception rooms, 11 bedrooms, a fireplace with bread oven and, last but not least, an original stove that can burn metre-long logs on long winter nights.

This bedroom alone is like a little museum full of precious items. © DR