castles for sale Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France

Discover this 12th-century Citadel in Mane, near Forcalquier, offering exceptional 360-degree panoramic views of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. It is the only perfectly preserved feudal fortification in the region, protected by a double helical enclosure, with the first wall reaching over 11 meters high. On the ground floor, a spacious reception hall leads to the summer dining room, office, and summer lounge with a terrace. You will also find a kitchen, laundry room, and storage rooms. The first floor includes a winter living room with a fireplace, a dining room, three bedrooms, an office library, a winter kitchen, shower rooms, and a cellar. On the second floor, an archive library and additional attic rooms offer numerous possibilities. The outbuilding near the pool includes a living room with a wood-fired oven, a kitchen, two bedrooms, and two shower rooms. A turret houses a game room. The property also features a well, moats, vaulted cellars, and an old walkway.

17th century chateau at an altitude of 765 m, benefiting from a panoramic view, located 20 minutes south of Digne, 55 minutes from Manosque, 1 hour 20 from Aix en Provence, offering a total surface area of 900 m2 including 443 m2 of partially renovated living space with much charm, using quality materials while respecting the authenticity of the place. It includes: an entrance, a dining room, a large fitted kitchen with an island, a pantry, a reception lounge, a billiard room, 2 large bedrooms each with a bathroom and wc, a private lounge for guest rooms, a library lounge, a very large bedroom and space for a future bathroom + 500 m2 to be arranged to your taste to create a beautiful hospitality project, the old stables, an agricultural building, a 20x6 pool with its pool house and summer kitchen, its chapel, its majestic fountain surrounded by century-old plane trees, 7 springs, all on approximately 15 hectares of land, a rare opportunity in Haute Provence, must see, a visit is essential!!!!!!!!!!, Contact: Mrs. Gendronneau at 06 07 76 97 04. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

At the time of the first crusade, the square sentry tower and the watchtower of this property were the gates to the town that they defended. Today this renovated château marks the western entrance to this town in Haute Provence. Over the years, it has become a character residence, offering the charms of its landscaped grounds and indoor swimming pool. Retaining scope for further development, the property has three levels that can be divided into two separate apartments or joined to form a single residence of more than 600 sq.m sitting on over 8,000 sq.m of private grounds. Authenticity steeped in history, just a short walk from the heart of the town. A must see!

Surrounded by 15 hectares of landscaped gardens and grounds, the château is accessed by a stately treelined boulevard. As you approach this exceptional château, you're greeted by the impressive and majestic dimensions epitomizing the purest tradition of eighteenth-century architecture. The sumptuous central hall leads us into the heart of this stunning property with its high ceilings and equally impressive windows. The grand salon measuring over 60m2 enjoys views of the newly landscaped french gardens. The adjoining dining room is dominated by the fabulous 'Viollet-le-Duc' fireplace and resonates the opulence of the epoch. The music room has also been restored to its former grandeur by the present owners. A private chapelle, second sitting room and the owners quarters make up the rest of the ground floor. On the first floor, the Grand Gallery stretches almost forty meters, crossing the entire length of the Château. 'La chambre du Marquis' and the 'chambre du marquises have both been painstakingly restored to their former glory. Each bedroom and antechamber is a fabulous glimpse of the opulent 18th century. The Orangerie South west facing and with a private garden the 'Orangerie' boasts a vast reception room that can accommodate 150 seated guests and can be extended to the gardens. The Orangerie, equipped with a professional kitchen, is the perfect venue for a wide range of events: weddings, seminars, cocktail parties, conferences, corporate meals, etc. The Gardens The current owners have ambitiously recreated the original gardens from antiques images and plans and restored them to their former splendour. A superb bassin measuring 35m x 20m, mirrors the majestic beauty of the castle. The Grand Gîte With a vast private courtyard and views of the Château's parkland, the gîte offers 90m² of living space. It features a hallway, kitchen, bathroom, spacious living room, master bedroom and second bedroom. The Petit Gîte With its own private courtyard and west facing views it offers 55m² of living space, and includes a kitchen, bathroom, living room, and a double bedroom. A Unique Opportunity This magnificent Château is an outstanding testament to the timeless elegance of eighteenth-century architecture. The independent annexes offer a unique opportunity to develop a fabulous hospitality venue. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the géorisques website www.georisques.gouv.fr. Virtual Viewing on request

This peaceful property is in a prime location between the Luberon and Verdon Nature Parks 50 minutes north-east of Aix en Provence, and near the Valensole plateau renowned for its magnificent fields of lavender and almond trees. It comprises several buildings including a chateau with 17th century origins (unlisted) which was remodelled in the 19th century in a typical local architectural style. Set in about 6600 sqm of beautiful grounds, it offers over 1000 sqm of floor space of which 870 sqm have been restored, as well as annexes to renovate. The ensemble comprises a 526 sqm main house, a 96.50 sqm pavilion, a 130 sqm apartment, a 60 sqm maisonette to restore, and 146 sqm stables to convert. 14 bedrooms in total are mainly en suite. The moats are fed by a spring reputed to be inexhaustible and add to the charm of the property. Great potential for a superb family home with a B&B activity.

A unique, centuries-old chateau and its terraced garden on the edge of a typical Provence village set in a regional nature park. A raised driveway bordered by hedges leads from the village to the estate. A wide wrought iron gate, framed by two masonry pilasters and topped by an interlaced decorative motif, marks the entrance to the property. The terrace in the upper part of the estate reveals a succession of buildings and the long eastern facade, as well magnificent views towards the valley in the distance. The scent of boxwood and roses wafts across the landscape, while the sound of trickling water can be heard in the moat below. Built in the 17th century and enlarged in the 18th century following the main stylistic principles of classical Provence architecture, the building was extensively altered in the 19th century with the addition of a corner tower and an aviary, giving it its current castle-like appearance. The various parts of the edifice, which have survived the centuries, thus present a unique appearance, somewhere between a bastide (Provence farmhouse) and a chateau. The complex comprises four different sections. Three of them have juxtaposed east-facing elevations with regular, symmetrical windows, while the fourth is set back behind its stone-paved courtyard and blue-painted wrought-iron gate and railings. The western facades have fewer and more discreet windows than the other elevations and are all aligned along a little-used village street to the rear of the buildings. The different materials used for the facades and roofs - coursed rubble masonry, brick, slate and terracotta - reflect the construction periods of the various buildings and extensions. The buildings are bordered by several terraced garden areas, benefiting from a water source in the village that is reputed to be inexhaustible. The upper level, at the foot of the château, comprises a rose garden with its pond to the south, a terrace with its water fountain and an impressive chestnut tree in the centre and, to the north, a formal French-style garden with its parterre of pruned box and a series of eleven vaulted ponds, fed by the spring and releasing the overflow of water at the bottom of the estate. A large field at the bottom of the estate provides a distant view of the valley overlooked by the chateau.

This over 600 sqm mid 16th century property located in a village in the Alpes de Haute Provence area could create a perfect family home or a B&B/gite activity. Over 300 sqm of living space has been restored and for the rest the main structure is in very good condition. The majority of the roofing, plumbing and electricity is up to current standards. In each room the superb period features have been preserved and highlighted to create a unique character. The exterior includes a little garden, vaulted cellars, terraces and stone “calades”. For lovers of authenticity.