HOSPITALITY & EQUESTRIAN ESTATE – BOURBONNAIS, CENTRAL FRANCE

Located in the heart of the Bocage Bourbonnais region in the Allier department, this remarkable estate enjoys a strategic central location within France, close to the country's main north–south transport routes.
Set in an unspoiled rural environment, near the historic heritage of Bourbonnais, scenic touring routes, protected natural areas and cultural attractions, the property offers a unique combination of hospitality, fine dining and equestrian facilities.
Safer Auvergne Rhône-Alpes is assisting with the sale of this outstanding rural estate dedicated to hospitality and tourism.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION :

• Prestigious tourism estate centered around a Directoire-style château built in 1835
• Château offering approximately 1,500 m² (16,150 sq ft) of accommodation over three floors
• 16 air-conditioned guest rooms, each with a private bathroom
• Spacious reception hall
• Three elegant lounges and dining rooms
• Library
• Fully equipped professional kitchen
• Cellars, including a wine cellar
• South-facing panoramic terrace and esplanade overlooking the Bourbonnais countryside and the foothills of the Auvergne mountains

• Three ground-floor air-conditioned guest rooms

• Approximately 115 m² over two floors
• Reception areas
• Two en-suite guest rooms

• Approximately 130 m²
• Large living area
• Two bedrooms
• Two bathrooms

• Approximately 130 m²
• Accommodation for seasonal staff with five bedrooms

• Gourmet restaurant integrated into the hotel business
• Heated outdoor swimming pool (6 × 12 m)
• Property fully renovated and successfully operated for more than 25 years as a renowned hotel and tourism destination

EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES

• 24 horse stalls
• 6 loose housing units
• 3 tack rooms
• Clubhouse and two offices
• Two outdoor riding arenas
• Indoor riding arena
• Lunge ring
• Approximately 750-metre gallop track
• Covered horse walker
• Multiple paddocks
• Approximately 800 m² storage building with photovoltaic roof
• Additional 100 m² barn

LAND

• Approximately 40 hectares (99 acres) in a single block
• Around 27 hectares of improved pastureland
• Approximately 10 hectares of woodland
• A 3.7-hectare lake
• Internal gravel road network
• Landscaped park, ornamental gardens, orchard, vegetable garden and collection of aromatic plants

DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
The surrounding land offers significant opportunities for further development while maintaining strong links with the local rural economy.
Safer can assist the purchaser in identifying an agricultural partner to maintain the land and preserve its long-term agricultural value, complementing the tourism project.

This exceptional estate is ideally suited for the continuation or expansion of:

• Luxury hotel operations
• Fine dining and gastronomy
• Group accommodation
• Wellness and themed retreats
• Equestrian tourism
• Corporate seminars and conferences
• Weddings and private events
• Hospitality projects combining accommodation, outdoor leisure activities and sustainable rural development

Mission and challenges Safer on this property