Character Town House in the Historic Market Town of Montrichard, Loire Valley

Located in the very heart of Montrichard Val de Cher, a sought-after historic town in France's UNESCO-listed Loire Valley, this character property offers the opportunity to create a charming home or holiday retreat in one of the region's most popular tourist destinations. Ideally positioned close to the famous Loire Valley châteaux, vineyards and the renowned Beauval ZooParc, the property enjoys an exceptional location for both lifestyle and holiday rental potential.

Just a short stroll from cafés, restaurants, shops and the banks of the River Cher, the property enjoys an enviable location in a town renowned for its medieval keep, lively weekly market and excellent access to the region's world-famous attractions.

Mainline train station 1km / 15 min walk - connections to TGV & easy access to Paris
City of Tours 45km / 50 mins by car - TGV links and airport served br Ryanair
A85 autoroute exit 20km / 20 mins by car

The house retains many authentic features, including exposed beams, traditional tuffeau stone walls, original timber details and a wealth of character throughout. The accommodation is arranged over several levels and offers flexible living space ready to be adapted to suit individual requirements.

The ground floor includes a spacious living area with period features, while the kitchen opens onto a bright additional reception space illuminated by roof windows. Upstairs, further rooms provide potential for bedrooms, office space or hobby rooms.

Outside, the property benefits from a separate outdoor area, reached by a short walk up the hill, providing a pleasant space to sit and enjoy the surroundings. This area also includes a traditional troglodyte cave carved into the rock, a distinctive feature of the Loire Valley, offering excellent potential for wine storage or a workshop.

The property would benefit from updating and cosmetic improvements throughout. In addition, access between floors is via a very narrow staircase, which may not suit all buyers and should be carefully considered by anyone with mobility concerns or those requiring easier access.

For buyers seeking an authentic French lifestyle, the location is difficult to beat. Montrichard sits at the heart of the Loire Valley and provides easy access to some of France's most celebrated attractions, including Château de Chenonceau, Château de Chambord, Château de Cheverny and the world-renowned Beauval ZooParc. The surrounding area is also famous for its vineyards, riverside walks, cycling routes and picturesque villages.

Once modernised, the property would make an ideal low-maintenance holiday home. Its central location allows owners to enjoy all the amenities of the town on foot, while the manageable outdoor space makes it particularly well suited as a "lock-up-and-leave" property for those wishing to enjoy regular visits to France without the responsibilities of maintaining a large house or extensive grounds.

Whether as a permanent residence, holiday home or rental investment, this property offers the chance to acquire a characterful home in one of the Loire Valley's most desirable and visited locations.

Please not: there is no allocated parking with this property, but plenty of free parking in the immediate vicinity.

Ground floor:

Living room 4.5x5m - 23m2
Kitchen/dining room with fireplace 3.6x6.8 - 25m2
WC

First floor:

Bedroom with fireplace 2.8x5 - 17m2
with dressing room 5.6m2
Bathroom also with shower and WC - 11.4m2

Second floor (measured at 1.8m height. Floor surface area larger):

Mezzanine 3x1.5 - 7.7m2
Bedroom 2.6x3.1 - 8.5m2
Study/workshop - 4.5m2
WC

Exterior:

Troglodyte cave (approx 40m2) and small garden located a short walk up the hill
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