castles with pool for sale Aveyron, France

AVEYRON-PROCHE RODEZ Just 2 hours from Toulouse and 30 minutes from Rodez, this former 13th century Templar commandery is fitted with all modern comforts and bathed in sunlight. Built in red sandstone, this building served as a residence for the Commanders of the Domaine des Landes for several centuries. It later became a private residence. The main part of the house : large entrance hall leading to a very large living room with a fireplace and an old bread oven. Cathedral dining room with marble floor. Well equipped kitchen with stone worktop and copper sink. First floor: 2 bedrooms with bathrooms and a study or additional bedroom. Many original features: monumental Louis XIV fireplace, mullioned windows, guard room, former prison... The tower is built on 5 levels, with a guard room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room and a rest room. This detached building can be used to welcome guests. Separate studio apartment of 50 m² which could be used to accommodate friends or as a caretaker's cottage. Large heated swimming pool with counter-current swimming. Old wine storehouse to be restored and 200 m² barn. Energy class: D Climate class: D Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 4708 euros and 6370 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1, 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

COUNTRY CASTLE IN AVEYRON Location: This castle is located in the Aveyron in Occitanie, a region with a beautiful natural and cultural heritage. Near to a small village with all amenities, 45 minutes from Rodez and its TGV train station/airport, 2 hours from Toulouse, 7 hours from Paris. Description : A charming, fully furnished, human-sized castle with a surface area of 725 m2 including 359 m2 of outbuildings to be renovated. The main building has 366 m2 of living space spread over 3 floors, its south-western exposure gives it a pleasant natural light, its oak ceilings and floors give the property a warm atmosphere. Its 6000m2 of land offers an unobstructed view, its large salt water swimming pool is secure to accommodate children. On the ground floor there is a large dining room with a monumental fireplace, a bread oven, a spacious and practical kitchen, a wine cellar adjacent to the kitchen and a laundry room. On the first floor, the stone stairs lead to a large living room with oak parquet flooring and a French ceiling. The large cross window offers a panoramic view of the chateau's surroundings and the two stone fireplaces accentuate the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the chateau. A library, a study adjoining the living room and 2 bedrooms. The second floor consists of 2 master bedrooms with their own bathrooms located at each of the towers of the castle. 3 other bedrooms are located on the top floor. Our opinion: A castle of character on a human scale with lots of charm, for lovers of authenticity and old stones in an exceptional setting.

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! From the moment you step on to this property you will fall under its charm! Surrounded by fields and meadows and on the edge of a delighful Aveyronnais village, this impressive, Bourgeois-style property, with its stream, parkland, swimming pool and renovated stone buildings, is designed to impress! Inside, the main house has been stylishly renovated to retain many authentic, character features. A pellet burner, installed in 2022, powers the central heating system to ensure comfort throughout the manor house. Light flows in from every side and there are enticing views from the long hallway to the renovated barn across the driveway and to the delightful gardens and parkland at the rear of the property. On the ground floor there is a galley kitchen, large kitchen/dining area with impressive chimney, 2 salons, a gorgeous, formal dining room, WC and a 'secret' library, tucked away behind the stairs. Upstairs there are 4, very spacious bedrooms and 3 shower rooms with WCs. On the second floor there is the breathtaking attic of around 150m² which spans the whole surface of the house and has a ceiling height of 9m. Plenty of scope to let the imagination run riot with design ideas (subject to any necessary permissions! The 'Stables' gîte is a modern, well renovated space providing an open plan kitchen, dining and salon area to the ground floor and two bedroom spaces and modern shower room/WC upstairs. Perfect as an independent space for family or as a potential gîte rental property. The wonderfully, rustic-looking 'events' barn belies its charming interior where superb parquet floors, meet ancient wooden beams and stone walls providing the most wonderful venue for weddings, family celebrations anniversaries and other celebratory events. There is a professional kitchen next to the hall which can be used for servicing events and, upstairs, there is a light and airy bedroom for further guest accommodation, with access to an upper garden. Across from the barn there is a smaller building with its own, small terrace and here there is a kitchen, salon, shower room and bedroom. The theme is simplicity, rusticity and comfort and is perfect as a weekend get-away rental. The swimming pool is set in its own parkland and is secluded and private. There is a 2 storey, pigeonnier building in the rear courtyard area, which houses the boiler room, laundry room, pellet hopper and storage area. A very deep and beautifully constructed well, housed in a 'fairytale', stone, pigeonnier tower, with ivy trailing over it, is a fascinating feature and the subject of much fascination as it connects at a deep level with the underground stream that flows under the property. There is an entrance to the underground river just below the terrace at the side of the property. The property is surrounded by almost 6 hectares of meadows and woodland, in the heart of the countryside where peace and tranquility is assured. A nature lover's paradise! The spot is truly magical and, as a venue for weddings and celebratory events, it is perfect. As a fascinating, stylish, charming family domain, it is equally perfect! A visit is highly recommended to experience the charm and originality that this lovely property has to offer! Contact us now to book your visit! (Currently run as gites (a future owner may need to reapply for the necessary permissions and business registration).

Only 15 minutes from Millau and access to the A75 freeway, we offer you a real piece of history. On the heights of a hill, this castle overlooks orchards and green pastures. A real open-air painting, the panorama is exceptional. The property: 14th century castle of 500m2 on 3 hectares, entirely restored in 1950. It is composed of : - 8 bedrooms - 5 bathrooms / shower wc - 1 kitchen, storeroom and terrace - A large living room, a dining room with fireplace, a library and two offices. In the park, there is a swimming pool as well as a tennis court and vegetable garden. A beautiful reception room of 170m2 with fireplace and professional kitchen is available. The possibilities are endless given the potential of this property (bed and breakfast, high end gites, reception, weddings, events, restaurant...) The outbuildings: The property offers 4 outbuildings to be renovated with a surface area of 900 m² (9,229 sq ft) which can be adapted to suit all requirements (reception rooms, spa, indoor swimming pool, apartments, garages or lock-up rooms, etc.). Our opinion: A property which will appeal to you thanks to its proximity to Millau and the A75 motorway, just 1.5 hours from Montpellier, but above all for its incredible potential. Contact : Nicolas Bruguière 06 52 00 40 15