castle with pool for sale Montmerle-sur-saone, France

Majestic 17th-century pleasure residence on the banks of the Saône, just 30 minutes from Lyon, 45 minutes from St Exupéry airport and 30 minutes from Macon TGV station. This château is listed as one of the region's finest jewels. Built on the site of a former 12th-century stronghold house, this prestigious residence was rebuilt between 1610 and 1616. This Italian-style château evokes the tranquillity of pleasure residences and the atmosphere of Italian villas, and has retained its feudal structure with moat, drawbridge and corner towers. Built of gilded Beaujolais stone, it comprises a central three-storey main building, which once housed a consistory on the first floor and a Protestant temple on the upper floor. This central body, topped by a high roof, is flanked by two two-storey wings, forming the owners' living quarters. It is flanked on the north side by two projecting square towers topped with imperial domes. On the south side, it opens onto a double flight of stairs leading to a vast formal garden, and beyond to a wilder English-style park. This neglected historic property was renovated in 2000 by its current owners, who have brought it back to life. The building is listed as a Historic Monument, as is the parkland, thus protecting the immediate environment of this building and its 39.6 hectares. The interior boasts a number of historic original features, including a modern empty staircase, which opens onto a central void via arcades, and magnificent reception rooms that cross between the gardens on the south side and the courtyard on the north side. Some of the flats have been restored, including one in the Louis XV style. The former Temple on the second level, with a space of 250 m², remains to be restored. The original decor of the residence is sumptuous, with murals dating from 1632 by the Italian artist Pietro Ricchi, a Tuscan painter. The semi-buried basement housed the kitchens. The boiler room is located on this level. The estate includes numerous outbuildings: the caretaker's cottage at the entrance, which is only partly occupied, a former farmhouse that could accommodate families and guests, with its outbuildings and swimming pool, and the parklands with their orchard, vegetable garden, topiary and elegant plane tree-lined driveway. For more information about this exceptional property, contact Claire Barralon Agence John Taylor Lyon on 07 60 13 70 00, [email protected]

Located in the heart of the coveted Golden Stones area, this exceptional 11th-century castle built with golden stones offers a remarkable living experience. Positioned on a plot of nearly 5000 m², this architectural gem of 485 m² of living space captivates with its south-facing exposure, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding nature and the village below. The property consists of three buildings offering unique development possibilities: The main residence spans 365 m² spread over three levels, fully renovated, blending modern comfort with authentic character. Six bedrooms, including two suites with private bathrooms in the castle tower, a spacious living/dining room with a fireplace, a kitchen/dining area, a laundry room, three toilets, and two bathrooms. Two terraces, one partially covered by the kitchen and the other by the pool, extending from the living room. The adjoining house, ready for renovation, offers three levels to be customized according to your tastes, including cellars on the ground floor, a 60 m² apartment on the first floor, and convertible attic space. It can evolve into an independent cottage or complement the main residence. Finally, an independent residential house of 60 m², ideal for a cottage, a caretaker's house, or a separate workspace, awaits your personal touch during interior renovation. A heated and secure swimming pool, a 50 m² workshop, a carport, a garden shed, a two-car garage, and cellars complete this exceptional living space. Just 30 minutes from the center of Lyon, 15 minutes from Villefranche-sur-Saône, and 40 minutes from the Mâcon-Loché TGV station, this unique property combines comfort and charm, the tranquility of Beaujolais, and urban proximity. A true real estate gem ready to welcome your story. Information on the risks associated with this property is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

In southern Burgundy, a Tuscan-inspired recreational residence in grounds of 3 hectares. The building was designed during the reign of Napoleon I, in 1805. The rediscovery of the remains of Pompeï and military campaigns in Italy in the late 18th century no doubt influenced its Tuscan look. The house boasts several typically Italian features: a limestone façade in nonchalant ochre tones, greying wooden slatted shutters, arched dormer windows, a low-hanging roof of canal tiles and a porch supported by two columns. To the west, the outbuildings opposite include a house to be renovated. There are three separate entrances to the beautiful shaded grounds, which hide discreetly behind dry stone walls.

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In the Mâconnais area, well served by motorway and TGV, superb castle of the early nineteenth century Tuscan style, of about 870 m² livable on 3 levels in about fifteen main rooms including 10 rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Beautiful receptions with fireplaces, wood paneling, inlaid parquet floors ... Several outbuildings: garage, workshop, housing to restore, old wine cellar. Beautiful park of about 2.8 hectares with trees and walls, swimming pool. Location: Approximately 8 minutes from a motorway access, 12 minutes TGV station. About 50 minutes from the center of Lyon; 1:15 Lyon St Exupéry airport; 1 h 15 from Geneva. Energy class: C Climate class : C Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €4.307 and €6.461 per year. Prices indexed to August 15, 2015. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr COMPLETE FILE AND VIRTUAL VISIT ON REQUEST

Object of a recent renovation of hight quality, this 880 m2 castle offers modern comfort. Its architecture is reminiscent of some of the castles of beautiful Tuscany. On the ground floor, a large entrance serves several lounges and reception rooms with fireplaces and parquet floors. The stone staircase leads to the 2 floors and their 9 bedrooms with bathrooms. The park of about 3 hectares brings peace and freshness to lovers of swimming (swimming pool 6x15 m and beach) or sunbathing (large terrace on the edge of the park). Several outbuildings (house to renovate, garage, cellar) complete the property. This property is the ideal starting point for magnificent walks to the Grands Crus de Bourgogne estates (Côte de Beaune: Beaune, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Meursault, and Côte Chalonnaise: Givry, Montagny, Santenay) without forgetting those of Beaujolais (Saint-Amour, Saint-Vérand, Juliénas, Moulin à Vent), great restaurants and buildings steeped in history. The property is located 45 minutes from Lyon, 60 minutes from Beaune, 1h30 from Geneva by car and only 1h35 from Paris by TGV. Motorways A6, A36, A39, A40, RCEA and TGV station (Mâcon Loché). The agency fees will be entirely at the Seller's expense. Contact B.Delamalle +0603317373