In the heart of Champagne, discover this 17th-century gem, listed as a Historical Monument, surrounded by moats, French gardens designed by Le Notre, and private forests over 17 hectares. More than 1,500 m² of living space: ceremonial salons, a majestic staircase, 20 bedrooms, a cottage, independent housing, a heated pool, and reception areas. A unique place, imbued with history and charm, just 1.5 hours from Paris.

Just a few kilometers from Châlons-en-Champagne, in the Marne department, this magnificent castle stands proudly in the Champagne-Ardenne region, world-renowned for its most prestigious wine: champagne.

Located in a typical small village of the region, the estate is immediately adjacent to the village church. All daily shops and services are only 2 km away, while the station connecting to Paris is just 17 km away.

A castle steeped in history
Built in the 17th and 18th centuries on the site of an old manor house mentioned as early as 1264, this pleasure castle bears witness to over eight centuries of history.

The estate was purchased and fully restored. The façades were modernized, two wings were added in a right angle return, and the gardens were redesigned, punctuated by elegant flower beds, bridges, water mirrors, and refined sculptures.

In 1791, the estate entered the Dubois de Riocour family through marriage, who remained its owners for more than two centuries. In 1856, they raised a second floor and installed a splendid central double spiral staircase, a masterpiece in wood and wrought iron.

The castle has been listed in the Additional Inventory of Historical Monuments since June 1992, in recognition of its exceptional architectural and historical interest.

Architecture and composition
Built of chalkstone and topped with a violet slate roof from Ireland, the castle rises at the center of a vast rectangular plateau surrounded by moats. It is accessed via a bridge spanning the waters, adorned with a monumental honor gate.

The main body, oriented east-west, benefits from optimal sunlight: the gardens to the east, the courtyard to the west. The architectural ensemble presents a harmonious composition: • a central body flanked by two wings in a right angle return, • two lower symmetrical wings, • and two square pavilions (former dovecotes) framing the courtyard.

The varied roofs, eight ridges, and balanced proportions give the whole a rare elegance. A northern extension slightly breaks the symmetry and houses a covered and heated pool (4 m × 10 m).

The total area of the castle and its extension exceeds 1,500 m², to which are added 210 m² of accessible attics and 128 m² of non-accessible attics.

Interior distribution
Ground floor – 590 m² • A majestic cross entrance adorned with a double spiral staircase. • Six richly decorated salons with period woodwork and parquet flooring (Versailles, herringbone, broken stick, mosaic). • Refined details: bronze fittings, family coat of arms (a crown with nine balls). • Large equipped kitchen, 4 toilets (including 2 accessible to people with reduced mobility), ante-rooms, and storerooms.

First floor – 600 m² • A bright landing room serving 8 bedrooms, each with a bathroom or shower room. • Two additional staircases connect the three levels.

Second floor • 9 bedrooms, including 2 with private shower rooms, • 3 spacious communal shower rooms.

Outbuildings and annexes • Northern extension: • Private accommodation consisting of 4 bedrooms, equipped kitchen, 2 offices, bathroom, 2 toilets, and laundry. • Independent seminar space with 2 training rooms and a break room. • Large garage. • Northern dovecote (130 m²): complete gîte with living room/kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and 2 shower rooms with toilets. • Southern dovecote (130 m²): not developed, great potential for a second gîte.

Park and exteriors
The estate spans 17 hectares, combining the honor courtyard, moats, French gardens inspired by Le Nôtre, and woods crossed by picturesque pathways. The decorative water features reflect the castle's façades and contribute to its romantic atmosphere.

A private parking area completes the whole, as well as a large parking space spread over four plots, capable of accommodating more than 350 vehicles — ideal for receptions, weddings, or seminars.

Protection
Listed as a Historical Monument (decree of 06/1990): • Facades and roofs of the castle, • Lower wings and entrance pavilions, • 18th-century gates, pillars, moats, and bridges.

Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: 'www.georisques.gouv.fr'

This description has been automatically translated from French.

CastleChalons-en-champagne (51)
Price :
$3,197,100
($2,083 / m²)
Surface1,535 m²bedrooms22

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