This property is on the market for €3,500,000, listed with Barnes Realty.

The Italian-style chateau offers spectacular views over its private lake and lush grounds, set in the French countryside near the medieval town of Avallon.

The 74 acre estate is set in the Parque Natural Regional de Morvan, located in the heart of the Burgundy region of France, halfway between Paris and Lyon.

The chateau was built in the 18th century by Italian architect Bruno Calcia and offers over 7500 square feet of living space with 7 bedrooms and several fine formal rooms featuring fine period detailing, most notably the wood panelling in the living room and the tiled gallery.

The property comes with a former hunting lodge in the main courtyard, stables, and an orchard with a dovecote and pond.

A recently renovated 7-room mill is located at the entrance to the property.

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