16th-century former convent in stone to renovate, 1000 m² in Auvergne
About this property
An exceptional 16th-century building set on a plateau overlooking the Allier valley, this former convent of the Minim order offers panoramic views across the Limagne plain and the Auvergne mountains. Listed as a Historic Monument, the architectural complex comprises an Italian-inspired chapel, a 17th-century cloister, two residential wings and several outbuildings of barn type, with a total area of approximately 1000 m².
The site reveals numerous remarkable heritage features: sculpted doorways, spiral staircases, stone pediments, wall frescoes, vaulted galleries and catacombs. Some spaces already have water and electricity connected. Consolidation works have been undertaken (steel-sheet roofing, partial reconstruction of the boundary wall), but comprehensive restoration remains to be planned with a substantial budget allocation.
The property extends over 1.5 hectares of flat, enclosed grounds, enhanced by two water wells. Three independent access points allow for diverse uses: high-end tourism, events, equestrian project or shared-living scheme. Located 25 minutes east of Clermont-Ferrand with nearby motorway access, this historic residence combines seclusion with accessibility.
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Information provided by the seller — to be checked during the visit and at the notary.
Financing the renovation
This property needs renovating. Depending on your project and income, restoration work may qualify for French renovation grants (MaPrimeRénov', Anah aid, the eco-PTZ loan and a reduced VAT rate). See our renovation guides.
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