This property is on the market for €8.8M, listed with Coldwell Banker LR Paris. 

The historic chateau is set in the heart of its 101 acre estate near the cities of Bourges and Vierzon, just 2 hours from Paris. 

The property was commissioned for the Marquis de Bozas and built from 1893 to 1897 by French architect Albert-Félix-Théophile Thomas, one of the architects of the Grand Palais in Paris. 

Built as a grand residence dedicated to hunting with hounds, the facade of the chateau is early 17th century in style, with the chateau flanked by the former stables and orangerie, creating a cour d'honneur at the front of the property. 

The rear of the chateau has a monumental staircase, which leads to a terrace overlooking the formal gardens and fountain, inspired by Versailles. 

Inside, the historic chateau has been reimagined by a renowned American interior designer to enhance classic period details. 

The 52-room property is composed of several grand reception rooms on the ground floor, with 18 bedroom suites spread across the grand chateau, with an elevator and 2 service staircases. 

The estate is complete with a caretaker’s house, a chapel, and an outbuildings with 3 additional apartments. 

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