castle for sale Fources, France

Magnificent 74-hectare winegrowing and equestrian property with a luminous 19th-century Renaissance-style château. Approx. 600 sqm of living space on three levels of 200 sqm each. 13 main rooms including 9 bedrooms. Fine architectural features. Magnificent grounds, pleasant faienced swimming pool. Beautiful view over a valley. No nuisance. The château is composed as follows: First floor: a terrace opens onto a wide entrance hall with a grand staircase, vast living room, beautiful dining room, library, bedroom, bathroom, fitted kitchen, storeroom and laundry room. 1st floor: Large landing, 5 large bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Terrace. 2nd floor: Living room with a kitchen, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. 230 sqm semi-buried cellar. Many original features: parquet floors, fireplaces, tiles, etc... Outbuildings of approx. 1400 sqm, including : A 200 sqm stable with 4 large stalls and a hangar. An 870 sqm building comprising former cowsheds, a wine storehouse with 11 concrete vats, a distillery room with a double-heated still, accommodation on 2 floors and an open garage. An old farmhouse of 250 sqm on one level, with an unfinished attic. A pretty 75 sqm converted dovecote on three floors. 74 ha of free land, including 40 ha of vineyards and 16 ha of meadows, 10 ha of land, 7 ha of parklands and woods. The vineyard of 40ha 47a 95ca is composed of : 1.33 ha of Cabernet Sauvignon 1.44 ha of Merlot 4.21 ha of Chardonnay 11.97 ha of Colombard 6.6956 ha Gros Manseng 3.73 ha Sauvignon Blanc 4.013 ha Sauvignon Gris

This sumptuous château is found in the heart of Gascony, in the rich and diverse Armagnac region, at an equal distance between Bordeaux and Toulouse (1h45). On the home lands of d ’Artagnan, the estate sits in an elevated position with far-reaching views across the valley. Surrounded by fields bursting with an ever-changing tapestry of colour in the summer months, from the vibrant yellows of the sunflowers, to the neat rows of green vines, the property is situated just a few minutes distance from the picturesque village of Montréal (one of our favourite villages in the Gers) and just a ten minute drive to the larger town of Condom, with its many shops and restaurants. This region is one of the most highly sought-after in Gascony, with visitors driving out here from Lectoure and Condom, Bordeau or Toulouse throughout the year. This is an area world-famous for its music festivals (Condom and its traditional Bandas festival, or Marciac for its renowned jazz festival in the world). Long hot summer evenings are brought to life by colourful night-markets, and many other events throughout the year which ensure that this is a lively area in which to live throughout the winter months as well as the lovely long hot summers. The château is located on the edge of a small hamlet, and sits in private parkland. On arrival, we follow the beautiful stone walls of the gardens, the original ramparts of the château which border the property and can be seen from afar. A traditional wrought- iron gate between two stone pillars marks the entrance. From here onwards, as we enter through the gate, one has an immediate sense of magic as we enter the grounds. A private alley cuts through a line of elegant trees. We pass the guardian’s house, and two cottages, reaching a private driveway at the top where we catch our first glimpse of the Chateau. To the side and the rear of the Château a vast 12ha stretch of land flanks the estate. The parkland itself is filled with a rich variety of mature trees. To each side the fields and pasture is currently tended to by a local farmer. Visible even from up above at the Château one can clearly see a young vineyard, below, planted by the current owners. On an architectural note… The château dates back to the second half of the 19th century, and was once home to a religious order set up by the Pères Prémontrés. The property is built in the shape of an “L” with beautiful golden coloured stone walls and Parisan style persiennes shutters painted in muted tones of elegant grey. Sunshine dapples the walls from the south, the east and the west. There are roses and many varieties of shrubs everywhere you look. The property comprises two main wings, linked on the ground floor, the basement and the first floor. The main house has been lovingly restored by its current owner who is an interior designer. The renovated wing is the southern wing blessed by a beautiful flow of light from the south, north and west it bathes the rooms with natural light throughout the day from its tall windows. The property has undergone a tremendous programme of works supervised by an architect an expert in historical buildings, but as we shall see in more detail later, this property has the advantage of comprising a second as yet non-restored wing : the western wing. The additional Western wing, once restored would lend itself perfectly to parties (a large party room), weddings, or summer lettings. The Southern Wing The entrance A small flight of stone stairs on the northern side separates a courtyard from the majestic entrance, with its turning staircase and doorway onto a beautiful courtyard on the southern side. This south-facing courtyard is graced with a burst of pink blossom from its trees in spring. A long hallway on the northern side leads to the kitchen, a drawing-room and a laundry-room. On the other side there is a second reception room and the guest cloakroom and WC. The ceilings are high and the floors lain with stone tiles. The elegant, sculpted cast-iron radiators throw out additional heat, in addition to the under-floor heating in the entrance hall. The lighting system at the château is particularly well designed, and the property is a delight to visit in the evenings, when on arrival the lights twinkle as they might from The Great Gatsby’s home. The perfect backdrop for a summer party. Reception Room 1 : As with every room in the château the ceilings are high and the tall windows allow one a sweeping view over the valley and across the Gascon countryside. A stone fireplace and double doors divide the first reception room from the kitchen, both rooms are lain with the same stone floor tiles. Reception Room 2 : With a warm and inviting interior this room is a perfect evening room and has the same lovely views, and also a stone fireplace. Cloakroom & Guest WC At the far end of the entrance hall, discreetly positioned behind a carefully designed cloakroom wall we find the spacious guest lavatory and washbasin. The kitchen, Rear kitchen, Laundry-Room It would be more apt to say that the kitchen is yet another grand reception room. Warm and inviting, majestic in size with a long table to welcome guests or for breakfast with views across the valley, this kitchen is the heart of the property and spacious enough to host a large gathering. French doors open on the garden on the western side, where guests can dine under the plane trees and look over the fabulous stone ramparts and balustrades to the stunning views across the valley. Guests are provided with a backdrop view of the medieval ruins of the original château, and the pigeonnier or dovecote. A grand central island with spacious work surface place for big bowls of food prepared on the AGA. The rear kitchen/ scullery is also directly accessible from the garden and the main kitchen and is equipped with a traditional oven. This is an ideal space to be used by caterers serving food in the garden or interior. In the hallway on the other side of the kitchen a door with a beautiful sculptured wooden surround opens onto the laundry room. The First Floor : Bedrooms Opposite the courtyard entrance an impressive stone staircase turns upwards to the first floor, leading to a spacious landing and a second long hallway that runs above the ground floor hallway. All the bedrooms have parquet flooring. At the top of the landing to the right, two bedroom with ensuite shoer rooms and fitted wardrobes with decorative doors from old French armoirs. To the left of the landing there is a third ensuite bathroom with views to the south, and a long hallway leading to a vast parental suite which is one of the most spacious bedrooms and bathrooms we have yet to see in Gascony. The master bedroom suite comprises a vast bedroom with five tall windows, a double dressing room and a bathroom with a double sink, shower and oval bathtub. The Western Wing At the far end of the downstairs entrance hall, close to the entrance to the kitchen, a set of double doors opens onto the western wing comprising two floors with around 400m2 space for further development with planning permission. The Western wing comprises a hallway leading to a staircase to the first floor. On the ground floor there is a large reception room with grand openings to the park, and with views of the Medieval ruin. The family has hosted weddings at the property and this is a perfect room in which to dance and party, opening onto the park, the lovely views of the ramparts, the medieval chateau, and the folly at the end of the garden.

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This impressive 20th century chateau surrounded by its vineyards and parkland offers many opportunities to a discerning buyer. The crop is currently maintained and sold to a nearby cooperative. The wide range of outbuildings show that it was once an independent concern. With some fenced paddocks, a small lunge pen and 4 stables it is suitable for equestrian pursuits. There is an in ground swimming pool for relaxation and terraces around the chateau for entertaining or lounging. A converted dovecote could be used as a gîte and with some renovation other outbuildings could provide additional accommodation. History This renaissance style chateau was rebuilt at the start of the 20th century on the site of a 16th century Gascon chateau. It boasts an hexagonal tower at one end and a round tower at the other. Internally there are numerous features of note from this period including fireplaces, flooring, staircases and traditional oak woodwork and tiles. Key Points Private location not far from facilities The chateau is in need of major renovation internally to provide comfortable and modern accommodation A wide range of outbuildings offering a range of possibilities for development Well set out and maintained gardens and parkland with mature trees The Chateau The chateau is on 3 levels with large windows providing large bright rooms with views over the land. The structure was reroofed less than 10 years ago but only a small part of the ground floor has been lived in since then. There is some central heating provided by an oil fired boiler. The layout flows reasonably well and could be a large family home with living spaces on the ground floor, bedrooms on the first floor and an independent flat on the top floor. Other buildings The dovecot (75m2) has recently been upgraded to form a 1 bedroomed gîte over 3 levels. It has a purpose built wooden staircase between the floors. Of note is the detail of the woodwork on the top floor bedroom. The middle floor has a sitting room and shower room and the ground floor a kitchen diner. Gardens. A gravel driveway leads up to and surrounds the chateau. An above ground swimming pool Land In total there are approximately 74 hectares surrounding the chateau and outbuildings. It comprises of meadows and land of 26 hectares, 7 hectares of woodland and 40 hectares of vines. The parkland has numerous trees over 100 years old. Currently grapes of these varieties are grown - Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Colombard, Gros Manseng, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris and Ugri Blanc. Location The estate is set back off a departmental road and is about 3 kilometres from a town with a wide range of shops and leisure pursuits. The motorway network The TGV The major international airports of Bordeaux and Toulouse are 1hr 30 mins drive. . Full details can be obtained by contacting [email protected]

Built in the early 19th century as a working farmhouse and situated in the ‘Bas-Armagnac’ region in South-West France is reluctantly for sale. The property has been restored and decorated by its current owners and have rented out the two gîtes over the last decade. With the beautiful parkland, woodland and decent swimming pool, there is a possibility to welcome up to 18 people in both guest cottages. The main house offers another 4 bedrooms and the attached gîte could connect to the main house downstairs and upstairs in order to have larger main house. The other guest house remains entirely independent and can be used year-round with its own gas central heating system. Nicely tucked away in Gascony’s rolling countryside without any nuisance, ready to move into, either to run as a successful letting business or as a comfortable “dream” country home with guest cottage. The guest accommodations could be sold entirely furnished.

As soon as you pass under the 16th century entrance pavilion, you will be seduced by the idyllic setting of this property. The Tuscan-style Italian garden and its orangery blend in perfectly with the building's façade. The entrance to the château is through the square tower, beautifully decorated with mullioned windows, which leads to a beautiful central stone staircase that serves the different levels. Up a few steps, there is a superb private apartment with a magnificent reception room of 80m² with access to one of the two round towers and a beautiful fireplace. A small bridge leads to a charming 'secret garden'. On this level we also find a dining room with adjoining kitchen, a bathroom, a second small living room and a beautiful bedroom with adjoining shower room. On the first floor there is a magnificent suite comprising a sitting room and 2 bedrooms, one of which is in the second tower at the rear of the château. A second reception room of over 80m² offers many possibilities, with high ceilings and painted beams, and 2 adjoining rooms which could serve as bedrooms. At the top of the square tower there is another room currently used as a bedroom and an attic. In the basement, a beautiful cellar and a multi-purpose room are the ideal place for the organisation of events. The château is situated on a promontory on the outskirts of a pretty little village and offers a panoramic view over the Albret countryside. An outbuilding and a charming circular pigeonnier tower complete this exceptional property set in over 7.4 hectares. Price including agency fees : 1 740 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 1 657 143 € Buyer commission included: 5%

Perched on a hilltop in the Gascony countryside with panoramic views, this medieval and renaissance 13th century château was built to defend the possessions of Edward I, King of England and Duke of Aquitaine. Now a comfortable family home, with seven bedrooms and three bathrooms, the château sits within 17 acres of manicured gardens, walnut trees and rolling countryside. Within the grounds are a renaissance gatehouse built in the 1560's, a romantic Italian style orangery, and a very impressive watch-tower built for the guards use in the 14th century. An absolutely amazing property, indeed an historical monument of France, and a cherished family home for the owners. The international airports of Toulouse and Bordeaux are both 90 minutes away.

On the edge of a Gascon village, between Nérac and Condom, in the Lot-et-Garonne, historic listed château with its two medieval round towers, its south-facing facade redesigned during the Renaissance period, mullioned windows and a Renaissance staircase. Spread over 832 sqm, it comprises 14 main rooms including 7 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 shower rooms. A tower and an entrance pavilion, outbuildings, an Italian-style garden, an orangery, a dovecote, an orchard and a walnut tree plantation complete this property which enjoys a panoramic view over the Osse valley. Selling price: 1 740 000 euros Fees at seller's expense Energy class: N/A Climate class: N/A Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

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GERS - VIC-FEZENSAC Located on 4 hectares in a commanding position, this property is the very essence of the classical Renaissance in Gascony. It includes two parts: the medieval castle to be renovated and an adjoining house, built in 1840. Very beautiful architectural elements, including mullioned windows, Doric door, spiral staircase, bretèche, monumental fireplaces, French ceiling. The defensive feature is to be pointed out. The castle includes 4 rooms for a surface of 120m² (60 m² per level) with very beautiful heights under ceiling (4,30m). There is a possible passage to the house. Recent renovation with the help of the Bâtiments de France. The house of approximately 140 m² has 5 main rooms including 3 bedrooms. Entrance, boiler room, kitchen and back kitchen, Garage of 40m², bread oven, and large barn. The roofs and boiler room have been renovated recently. The rest has to be renovated. Energy class: N/A Climate class: N/A Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

- GERS - LAGRAULAS In a commanding position, surrounded by a park with multi-century-old trees, this nuisance-free property is built on the ruins of a former castle. With beautiful architectural features, this luminous home of 640 m² has many rooms on the ground floor. Terrace, outbuildings, swimming pool and beautiful view. The ground floor consists of a vast 94m² cross-shaped hallway which leads to all the rooms on this level, including a 46m² living room, a 30m² dining room, an office library, 6 bedrooms, some with dressing rooms and shower rooms, a kitchen, a laundry room, 2 separate toilets and a separate shower room. On the first floor there are 4 bedrooms, 3 of which with bathrooms, and an separate toilet. The attic has a games room and there is the possibility of adding 3 additional bedrooms. Large 100m² south facing terrace, 12X6m chlorine swimming pool. 200m² outbuilding, workshop and small dovecote. Oil and wood central heating. The roofs have been revised in 2014. This property is in good general condition but needs to be redecorated. All amenities in Vic Fezensac which is 5 km away (school, shops, restaurants, etc.) and 35 minutes from Auch. Suitable as a second home, family house or bed and breakfast. Energy class: N/A Climate class: N/A Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

ON EXCLUSIVITY Historic château at the edge of a village in an unspoilt setting  Overview A tree lined gravel driveway just off a road reveals this impressive historic château in its surrounding mature garden grounds. There has been a château on this site since the 14th century and over the years the château has been renovated and extended in different areas which highlight aspects from a variety of historical periods and a few quirky features. There is extensive accommodation over 3 floors which make it suitable for a variety of purposes. It is enhanced by a walled garden with a large inground swimming pool and terrace and a gîte with its own garden. Overall, its large windows and doors give it a light and airy feel. All areas are immediately usable but some would benefit from further upgrading work and this is reflected in the asking price. Key points Private location yet not far from towns with a range of commerce Traceable history documented locally Spacious airy rooms overlooking the unspoilt grounds Grand stone facade and internally numerous character features Easy access to international airports and motorway The Chateau There is a lot of history attached to the château and a local historian presents this in a book. Externally one can see the tower around which it has been extended and internally the stone arches are a prominent feature on the ground floor and attached barn. There are numerous other character features with large stone fireplaces, oak flooring beams and an impressive wooden staircase. The main rooms are spacious with their high ceilings, large windows open on two walls and panelled flooring. Overall it extends to over 500m2 yet it does not feel unmanageable for a large or extended family who could be self-contained on the top floor. Passing through iron gates at the side is the main entrance which opens into a hallway with the kitchen to one side and a large dining room to the other. The kitchen is modern and fully equipped and there is ample space for informal dining. The dining room houses a long table suitable for large parties. At the end a door leads to a boot room and toilet and another to the garden. On the internal wall is a glass panel which reveals a large older entrance with arched stone openings and the main staircase. Off this area is a large wine cellar/store/ utility room also with the stone arches. The first floor has the main living accommodation - a living room with stone fireplace and doors to the hall and out to a paved terrace with views over the gardens and surrounding countryside, a larger more formal lounge with doors directly onto the terrace and the Juliette balcony to the front of the property, a small study with drinks fridge which overlooks the front, 2 double bedrooms, a bathroom, an adjacent shower room and a small room suitable for a child or study. There is also a large storage area in the former tower. The second floor has a similar layout but is currently presented as a separate apartment with its large lounge, 5 double bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate shower room, a small fitted kitchen and a tower store room. Other buildings Through a gate in the gardens which leads to the swimming pool and its terrace or through the stone barn from the front is a compact and charming gîte with its open plan living/ dining/ kitchen areas and a bedroom and shower room. In addition there are 2 separate large stone barns, one of which has stone arches. They are currently used as storage for agricultural machinery and wood for the two wood burners. The grounds The grounds extend to just over 5 hectares, some of which is set out more formally and other parts are left as natural woodland. It is bounded by a river to the rear at a lower level. There are numerous older trees and features framing the gardens providing an interesting vista from the terraces. The walled garden houses the 12x6m chlorine swimming pool and surrounding terraces. Along the wall are former animal houses which are used for storage etc. To the side and behind the gîte is a grass area which extends to the driveway. The property benefits from a natural water source allowing easy access to water for gardening and the pool. Location The property is well situated to enjoy the benefits of its private situation and rural location yet its proximity to the neighbouring towns for commerce, cultural and sporting activities. The Gers is renowned for its love of good food, wine and Armagnac and there are numerous weekly markets where local produce is sold. The rich cultural heritage can be experienced in the bastide towns and the rolling countryside around it enjoyed. It is possible to take day trips further afield to the Atlantic beaches or to the Pyrenees ski resorts. Toulouse international airport can be reached in 1hr 15 minutes and from there onward travel to Paris and beyond. Bordeaux too is within reach within 2hr 20 minutes. The TGV can be picked up in Agen as can the nearest motorway, the A62 which links to the French autoroute network.

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