Just a short train (under the Channel) to work! Fourteen-bedroom French chateau goes on sale for £390K - as owner woos commuters by saying it's within 'rocket-firing range of London'

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Nestled in the northern region of France, an 18th-century chateau within 'rocket-firing range of London' has hit the market for a mere £390,000.

The 12-acre French property, which comes complete with 14 bedrooms and ten bathrooms, is being sold by the American company Concierge Auctions who hope to provide those looking to work in London but live in Europe with the perfect solution.

The lavish building, which is situated in the commune of Éperlecques, will offers residents a 55-minute train commute to central London from Eurostar's Calais train station and is an ideal location for those looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.   

A representative of Concierge Auctions, Charlie Smith, told The Sunday Times: 'It's an interesting part of France and you can genuinely commute to London if you need to.'

 The 18th-century chateau (pictured), which is situated in the commune of Éperlecques, comes complete with 14 bedrooms and ten bathrooms and is being sold by the American company Concierge Auctions

The lavish property will allow its resident with a 55-minute train commute to central London from Eurostar's Calais train station

A step inside the property reveals a beautiful marble floor and an elegant staircase that leads up to an air-conditioned master bedroom and 

A step inside the luxury property reveals original flagstone floors, an impressive array of wood-burning fireplaces and a 5,000 bottle wine cellar.  

The lucky owner will also have access to a heated indoor swimming pool, marble fireplaces and be able to look out into the surrounding countryside through Neoclassical arched windows. 

The chateau's sellers, who hope to create a new area in France from which Londoners can commute from, will open bidding for the property on September 26th.  

The property also comes complete with an air-conditioned master bedroom and broadband throughout its walls.

Three guest cottages located beside the main property, will also allow the city commuter looking to escape London with additional space to house family and friends and oil fired central heating.

The residence, which is within 'rocket-firing range of London', features original flagstone floors and an impressive array of wood-burning fireplaces inside its spacious rooms 

A peek inside the property reveals large spacious rooms and an array of windows to allow natural daylight to flood through the building

The residence also comes with marble fireplaces, Neoclassical arched windows and a large seating area should the owner wish to invite family and friends

A step downstairs will provide the owner with access to a 5,000 bottle wine cellar and extra storage space should the owner require it

A beautiful dining area inside the 18th-century property comes with large windows to allow natural light to flood through and a fireplace

A step outside the secluded property provides the owner with access to picturesque green lawns, a walnut and pear orchard and a garage to extra storage. 

A statement on the companies website reads: 'Imagine your unique vision as you enjoy a relaxed French lifestyle and the bucolic orchards, wildlife pastures, and forests that surround this grand estate, with the advantage of easy access to London and the UK. '

The country residence, which is located between Belgium and the English Channel, also sits just ten minutes away from the A26 and is a stone's throw away from Lille’s International Airport, and the Eurostar Calais train to Paris and Brussels.

Another room inside the property features large wooden beams on the ceiling and an open seating area for guests 

The lucky owner in needs of a country home will also have access to a heated indoor swimming pool and broadband throughout its walls

The chateau's sellers will open bidding for the property on September 26 and hope to create a new area in France from which Londoners can commute from