✨ Highlights

• Elegant 1818 manor set in a one-hectare park
• Ideal for weddings, receptions, and retreats
• Main house spans approximately 375 m² across three levels
• Includes caretaker’s cottage and accessible garden pavilion
• 80 km from Tours Val de Loire Airport

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⭐ Public reviews

• 4.6/5 and 120 reviews on Google Maps
• 9/10 and 56 reviews on Booking
• 9.2/10 and 36 reviews on Expedia
• 4.7/5 and 162 reviews on Tripadvisor
• Website
• Instagram: 80 followers

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👍 Positive feedback from guests

• Warm and welcoming hosts: Guests repeatedly praised the owners’ kindness, attentiveness, and engaging conversations that made their stays memorable.
• Charming manor and peaceful setting: Reviewers loved the beauty of the manor, tranquil gardens, and quiet countryside location.
• Spacious and clean rooms: Many mentioned large, comfortable, and well-kept rooms with elegant décor and modern bathrooms.
• Excellent French-style breakfast: Guests appreciated fresh croissants, homemade jams, yogurt, and orange juice served in a convivial atmosphere.
• Ideal location for exploring Loire Valley: The property’s proximity to major Loire châteaux and Beauval Zoo was frequently highlighted.

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👎 Negative feedback from guests

• Restaurant permanently closed: Disappointment that the restaurant was no longer operating despite previous listings mentioning it.
• Occasional cleanliness issues: Guests mentioned that room cleanliness could be improved in certain areas.
• Minor comfort concerns: Comments included hard mattresses, inadequate lighting, and lack of amenities like safes or TVs in some rooms.
• High pricing perception: Found the rates slightly expensive compared to the overall level of service.

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✍️ Description from the real estate agent

Elegant 19th-Century Manor with Guesthouse and Park in the Loire Valley

Nestled in the heart of Sologne, just 20 minutes from Blois and two hours from Paris, the Manoir de Contres is a beautifully restored 1818 residence offering timeless elegance and exceptional investment potential. Surrounded by nearly one hectare of landscaped parkland with century-old trees and a tranquil pond, this romantic estate captures the refined charm of the Loire Valley’s historic manors.

The main house spans approximately 375 m² across three levels and features five spacious bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, grand reception rooms with oak parquet flooring and decorative fireplaces, a dining room illuminated by a Murano chandelier, and a large kitchen with pantry. Modern comforts include a lift, reversible air conditioning, and excellent insulation, ensuring both accessibility and energy efficiency.

Complementing the manor are two additional dwellings: a 110 m² caretaker’s cottage and a 36 m² pavilion converted into a guest studio. The caretaker’s house offers two bedrooms, a large living area with fireplace, fitted kitchen, and private terrace, while the pavilion provides a cozy self-contained unit with kitchenette, shower room, and accessible facilities for guests with reduced mobility.

The entire estate was fully renovated in 2011, with high-quality materials and modern systems including an air-water heat pump, electric underfloor heating, and double glazing. The property is connected to the city’s water and fiber-optic networks, with no oil or gas dependencies.

Its exceptional location offers proximity to world-renowned attractions such as the Châteaux de Cheverny, Chenonceau, and Chambord, as well as the ZooParc de Beauval. Golf courses, fine restaurants, and vineyards are all within easy reach.

Currently operated as a prestigious guesthouse, the Manoir de Contres also offers the flexibility for private residence, boutique hotel, or event venue use. The property’s serene parkland provides the perfect setting for weddings, receptions, and retreats, while the optional space for a swimming pool adds further leisure appeal.

Combining the elegance of 19th-century architecture with modern comfort and multiple revenue opportunities, this Loire Valley gem is a turnkey investment for discerning buyers seeking history, beauty, and business potential in one of France’s most sought-after regions.