castles for sale France (page 13)

Originally, it was a chateau consisting of three U-shaped buildings, whose date of construction is uncertain. Louis XIV gave the castle to one of his natural daughters, Louise de Maisonblanche. On the site of this castle, the present castle was rebuilt during the Second Empire, in stone and brick, with a slate roof and a floor area of approx. 1,000 m2. In the park, a decorative pond has been laid out from a diversion in the course of the river. The walled English park extends over 53 hectares, of which 40 hectares are classified. On the ground floor, the 15 rooms of the Chateau feature white oak panelled walls. The masterly entrance hall leads to three luxurious reception rooms, a dining room adorned with ecclectic fireplaces, a pantry and a kitchen. The second floor offers a library and four large 'royal' bedrooms with bathrooms, followed by three other classic bedrooms with bathrooms, and a study. The second floor features a master bedroom with boudoir and bathroom. Four further rooms, forming an apartment of approx. 100m&, with a choice of use for staff, complete this beautiful ensemble. A further 1,000m² of outbuildings include an orangery, janitor's and gardener's accommodation and a house. Ideally located less than 15 minutes from Rambouillet, with all the advantages of this town of 25,000 inhabitants, it offers the possibility of living in the chateau as a main residence, or of recharging your batteries in the company of the pink flamingos and wallabys present in the park, depending on whether you want to keep them or not... The Montparnasse train station can be reached in 35 minutes, making this property a rare opportunity in the Ile de France region. Property in very good condition.

A 17th-century chateau listed as a historical monument with a large outbuilding and splendid grounds looking out at the Rhône valley in France’s Drôme department. The local village was once a fief of the Poitiers-Valentinois family. It became part of the Kingdom of France at the start of the 15th century. The village had a chateau before this one. That old chateau was known as the region’s most important fortification, but it was destroyed in the French Wars of Religion. That was when a new chateau was built just outside the village, along the side of a road linking the village to the nearest town, a short distance north of it. Its location was not chosen at random: a spring lies beyond the ditches and it once filled up the property’s ponds and brought its fountains to life. A vast earthen terrace of more than one hectare is edged with embankments and dry moats. Upon it stand two fine edifices built in the style of the Italian Late Renaissance. The chateau towers in the middle of this grassy terrace. Construction of the chateau began in 1591. The edifice continued to be built during the second half of the 17th century. It is a large square-shaped structure with corner towers and a central inner courtyard. It has three levels and a floor area of over 1,300m². In front of the chateau, at the property’s entrance, stands an edifice that was built at the end of the 17th century. It is about 60 metres long and edges a road that runs along the other side of the moat. This structure is made up of a gatehouse flanked with two wings. This gatehouse controls access to the property. The whole building offers a floor area of around 450m². Together, the chateau and the gatehouse with its wings represent a splendid feat of architecture: a classic symmetrical layout going from east to west on an open, grassy terrace. Beyond this section of lawns on which the edifices stand, the grounds extend through meadows and woods over a naturally undulating area. The chateau has been listed as a historical monument since 1990 for its walls, roofing and interior decorative features.

A 17th century chateau and its terraces registered as historical monuments, outbuildings, parkland and underground spring, set in 8 hectares of grounds overlooking the Charente valley. From the main road to the south, a large driveway lined with chestnut trees leads to the property gates, to the left of an L-shaped outbuilding to the north-west. A swimming pool at its northern end is protected by a walled enclosure, which extends from the outbuilding to the chateau moat, where it becomes a retaining wall. To the right of the outbuilding, an avenue of gnarled hornbeams crosses the grassy areas where fruit trees have been planted. There are a dovecote and a communal oven a few metres further on in the direction of the chateau. The main building, which is reached by going less than 50 m across the grounds, overlooks the River Charente. It is in an L-shape, which opens onto the sunlit valley it overlooks. Its two wings, framed by dry moats to the east and west, are bordered by terraces above, with the eastern one, which juts out towards the valley, featuring high arches running the entire length of the ground. The west wing, meanwhile, looks as if it is standing on a rock at its end, and the balustrade of the terrace closes off the courtyard on the lower level facing the River Charente, which flows around 300 m below. The chateau walls are crowned with crenellations scalloped on machicolations. The low-sloped canal tile roof is concealed by battlements and the ends of the gutters are in the shape of cannon mouths. The balustrade, at the edge of the dry moat which the entrance to the residence is above, is only just visible. Beyond this, as you go down towards the west, a house facing the stream stands on the hillside. Moors and coppices stretch out towards the river. Finally, beyond the parkland to the west, grassed areas adjoin the woods on the edge of the property.

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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.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

At the crossroads of South Finistère & Morbihan (25 minutes from Lorient). Ideally located, close to dynamic urban centers, main roads and popular fine sandy beaches, discover this 19th century castle where elegance, art and refinement meet in a peaceful and family setting. Nestled in the heart of a majestic 1.5ha wooded park, this exceptional property spread over three levels offers a generous surface area of ​​650m² whose period details, tapestries and stained glass windows bring an inimitable touch and a sense of unparalleled history. The remarkable entrance hall on the ground floor distributes living spaces enhanced by unique architectural elements (fireplaces, parquet flooring and old cement tiles), a large family kitchen imbued with warmth offers a harmonious transition to the outside just like a magnificent glass roof opening onto a lush park decorated with its heated SWIMMING POOL and its TENNIS court which invites us to relaxation and serenity... a period office of rare elegance and a bedroom with its bathroom Adjoining bathrooms complete this level. The upper floors reveal ten authentic and irresistible master suites, all enriched with a unique decor whose high ceilings and generous openings flood the spaces with natural light. For the practical aspect: an independent garage, a basement, a laundry room and parking spaces discreetly located on the side of the castle complete the services of this rare pearl which gracefully combines location, historical authenticity and family charm. Your TERRE D’IMMO advisor: Quentin NAOUR 06 99 70 86 51 – 02.98.65.13.13 Commercial agent registered with RSAC under number 883 942 161

Near Ribérac in Périgord, on the outskirts of a small village, 17th century manor house with outbuildings, 150 m² guest house and swimming pool. The 6,800 m² estate comprises a 400 m² building, former 500 m² farm outbuildings, some of which have been converted into studio flats, and a dovecote. The walled dwelling has 10 main rooms on two levels, including 5 bedrooms and 4 shower rooms. Fireplaces, library and old parquet flooring. Enclosed, independent grounds of 730 m² with a 250 m² barn. Dominant views over the countryside. Selling price: 850 000 euros Fees at seller's expense Energy class: F Climate class: F Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 7 364 euros and 9 964 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1, 2021. Housing with excessive energy consumption: Class F. As of January 1, 2028, the performance level is between classes A and E. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

BARNES Propriétés & Châteaux is offering you the opportunity to acquire this very pretty chateau on a human scale on an estate of just under 10 hectares in an unspoilt setting. The property is located in the Deux-Sèvres region, just 30 minutes from Poitiers with its airport and TGV train station to Paris. A long, welcoming driveway leads through a wood to the entrance of the estate. Through the many trees that make up the park, a highly symmetrical facade with the appearance of a manor house comes into view. The layout was simple: a large, tiled main building, flanked at each of the four corners by a large circular tower. The two towers to the south have been preserved, while the original appearance and access to the north were improved in the 19th century with the creation of a footbridge over the dry moat. The ground floor provides a very pleasant and welcoming living space. A large dining kitchen with its granite fireplace is accompanied by a dining room as well as a large scullery and a second summer kitchen. There are also two bedrooms with a large bathroom/shower and access to a terrace with a wood-fired jacuzzi. On the 1st floor, a wide central corridor leads to a TV lounge, a music room, a study, three bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and WCs and a further bedroom. The top floor, under the rafters, offers no less than 300m² of living space and games room, as well as a bedroom with its own shower room and a small kitchen. The property is in excellent condition thanks to a high-quality renovation. An outbuilding houses the wood chip heating system and a separate dwelling of approx. 120 m² (1,292 sq ft). The 9.75 ha of parklands are planted with trees and landscaped to provide a relaxing and protective setting. It is crossed to the south by two canals fed by a river. An old greenhouse, a vegetable garden and a swimming pool complete this harmonious setting. This property will win you over with its authenticity, its setting and its absolute peace and quiet. ENERGY CLASS: C - CLIMATE CLASS: A / Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: 3950 € - 5400 € (base year 2021) Detailed file on request. Property presented by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE +33 6 65591211 / +33 6 69412045. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

South of the Morvan Natural and Regional Park, 200m from the thermal baths, in the center of a Belle Époque style village, this late 19th century CHÂTEAU of approximately 600 sqm is on a building plot of 5385 sqm. The Château consists of: an entrance, a living room, a dining room/reception area, a professional kitchen, a designer apartment on the ground floor designed by architect with kitchen, dressing room and bathroom/wc, 4 renovated rooms for B&B with each its shower room and WC, a one-bedroom apartment with kitchen and shower room/wc, 4 two-bedroom apartments, each with its own shower room and kitchen. In very good condition, the castle could be used as guest rooms, seasonal rental or events. The Region is known for its lakes, forests, and wine roads.

Built at the end of the 1çth century, this Belle Epoque castle is situated 1h15 from Paris. Made of red bricks, the property (610m2) has a dominant view on the surrendering fields and his hidden from views by a large trees within its ground (4,250m2). Although the property was renovated in 1988-89, important modernisation work will be required, yet many original elements will need preserving. The ground floor is made of large kitchen, a dinning room, a living room and a bar. A lift, a main stair case and a service staircase lead to the 1st floor, which is made of 6 rooms and 3 bathrooms. The 2nd floor is divided into 2 large rooms, which both lead to an extra room on both towers. It is possible to acquire extra lands (3.3h) and outbuildings (400m2). As your family or week-end home, this Belle Epoque’s castle is one to see! Contact : Adrien Choux +33 (0)6 08 91 39 01

2h30 from Boulogne (92) by train, between Angers and Nantes, near Cholet, medieval château in perfect condition. The authenticity of the premises has been preserved, creating a refined residence. The property comprises a main building, two orangeries for receptions, outbuildings and 4 hectares of grounds with swimming pool. Energy class: D/E.

On the flower-strewn coast of Calvados, on the outskirts of Deauville. Elegant property overlooking charming valley, in listed site. Unspoilt surroundings and within walking distance of all amenities. Manor house with 415 sqm living space, arranged over 3 floors, featuring around a dozen bedrooms. Outbuildings, garden with lovely trees and pond. Driveway lined with lime trees, leads up to property, set in 1,86 ha of quiet, private grounds. Energy class: G/G.

In the heart of Touraine, 10 minutes drive from Tours and 20 minutes from TGV train station and airport. Lovely château, offering perfect combination of semi-rural life and urban amenities, fully restored since it was last purchased in 2015. Roughly 1 000 sqm floor space with modern amenities including home cinema, gym and steam room. Outbuildings including caretaker's lodge, old restored chapel, stables, storage sheds and warehouse buildings. 23 ha estate comprising partially wooded land, formal gardens, meadows, a pond, tennis court and pool. Quiet, lush, green setting. Energy class: NC/NC.

15 km from Le Mans (55 min train journey from TGV station to Paris). Magnificent, late 19th century château, perfect for combining professional projects and family life in the countryside. Excellent transport connections, near shops, services, schools and Le Mans 24 hour race circuit. 750 sqm floor space comprising large reception rooms, including one measuring 90 sqm. A variety of outbuildings which could be used for additional accommodation. Set in 55 ha grounds with 13 ha woodland and lovely undulating countryside traversed by stream feeding into 2 ponds. Pool, old tennis court, lovely garden, gently hilly surroundings, an attractive view and lots of commercial potential. In short, there's everything you need. Energy class: F/D.

18th century Charterhouse and guest house, set in parkland overlooking a pond Dordogne: between Bordeaux and Périgueux. Close to a small village, shops on foot. An entrance gate (pretty stone and wrought iron piers) provides private access to the property. Car park. The main dwelling dominates its bucolic parklands of approx. 6.5 ha, wooded, pond fed by a spring. 2 wells. Chateau in the Carthusian style from the first half of the 18th century, very light and pleasant to live in. Recently the subject of major works. Carried out with the greatest respect for prestigious buildings that are part of our heritage. Only the decoration remains. All the buildings, stone walls and period gates form an enclosed courtyard. Ground floor Entrance hall: cloakroom, very pretty spiral stone staircase. Large dining room with fireplace and contemporary fitted kitchen. Utility room, storeroom. WC. Boiler room. Covered terrace. Double reception room, 2 Louis XIV style fireplaces, facing each other. 1 master bedroom, shower room. WC. Anteroom. West pavilion floor Wooden staircase, landing. 1 bedroom. Dressing room. Bathroom/shower. Separate WC. East pavilion floor Stone staircase, landing overlooking the entrance. 1 bedroom. Shower room, WC. Separate WC. 1 bedroom, shower room. Wooden staircase, 2nd floor of the pavilion: Landing, 1 bedroom. Wooden double glazing. In the East Tower (arched door and dormer window) Possibility of creating an independent flat on 2 levels. Garage. Very charming, detached guest house set in its own enclosed garden, offering around 195m2 of living space. Entrance. WC. Large fitted kitchen, storeroom. WC. Opening onto terrace. Living room with fireplace and dining room. 1 bedroom. En-suite bathroom. 2 bedrooms with access to 1 bathroom. Single glazed windows. Attic space. Electric heating. Barn 330m2

The Castle, adorned with the robust heritage of its past, stands majestically, its walls bearing witness to several generations and distinct eras. Carefully selected construction materials, such as granite, shale, limestone, and rubble, bestow undeniable solemnity upon this residence. The structure unfolds across a single square floor, with an attic floor seamlessly integrated into an orderly exterior elevation. Every stone, every architectural element, tells a subtle story, reminiscent of the meticulous craftsmanship of those who contributed to shaping this castle since its inception. The roof, crowning this historic residence, is a masterpiece in its own right, composed of mechanical hollow tiles and slates, providing robust protection against the elements while adding a distinctive touch to the whole. The pavilion shape of the roof, with its elegant lines, evokes a classical aesthetic that harmonizes perfectly with the surrounding landscape. Every detail, from the granite walls to the slate roof, attests to the attention to detail and respect for architectural tradition. This castle embodies a harmonious fusion of ancestral construction techniques and modern requirements, creating a residence where history and comfort coexist with grace. At the heart of its intricately woven walls of history, this castle offers an immersive experience, where echoes of the past resonate in every stone and every corner. An architectural masterpiece, a preserved legacy, it remains an unparalleled gem, bearing the marks of time and ready to welcome future generations into its timeless ambiance. Nicely presented by Bruno LE GUERNEVE +33 (0)6 03 16 20 68, South Brittany Consultant. The information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

Immerse yourself in the exclusivity of this address for esthètes: this 700 sqm château, the quintessence of our region's heritage, stands discreetly. It welcomes you in a natural setting, at the gateway to Sète and the dazzling Thau lagoon and its oyster beds. The house boasts 8 suites, a beautiful living room with marble fireplace and parquet flooring, an elegant dining room with fireplace, a library full of wisdom with a small chapel, a spacious kitchen with an old-fashioned fireplace, a laundry room and a refined wine cellar. French parkland, swimming pool and tennis court. Energy class: D/D.

Elegant château, on outskirts of quiet village, in the department of Mayenne, in what what was once Haut-Anjou, a region renowned for its gentle way of life. Property with roughly 700 sqm living space comprising attractive reception rooms with parquet flooring, panelling, painted or coffered ceilings and elegant marble fireplaces. Courtyard, set slightly apart from château, with annex dwellings, 17 horse stalls, saddle room and 300 sqm farm building. Château, which occupies a slightly elevated position, overlooks a superb landscaped garden, woodlands, meadows converted to enclosed paddocks and a lovely pond, totalling 19,42 hectares.