castle with terrace for sale Banon, France

Provence Home, the Luberon real estate agency, is offering for sale in the heart of the Luberon, a 17th-century castle nestled in an 7-hectare park. Recorded as a fortified settlement in 991, the current buildings date from the 16th and 17th centuries. PROPERTY SURROUNDINGS The estate is located in a natural and protected area, close to a lively little town in Provence and the popular Luberon villages: Gordes, Bonnieux and Roussillon. PROPERTY EXTERIOR The grounds of the property include a French garden, woodland and farmland. The site is reached by a long driveway lined with plane trees. The land borders the driveway on both sides, as far as the eye can see, and covers 8 hectares. The castle buildings are built around a square paved courtyard that connects the different parts. A farmhouse and the guardian’s accommodation are also part of the property, as well as 2 garages. A swimming pool, a large pond, a tennis court and a boules pitch round off the grounds. PROPERTY INTERIOR The totality of the premises includes approximately 780 sqm of living space and 14 bedrooms. The buildings are composed as follows: The main house, with a living area of approx. 410 sqm, features several living rooms, a kitchen, a dining room, a laundry room, a library, a study and 6 en-suite bedrooms. The farmhouse, with a living area of approx. 310 sqm and adjoining the main house, features a kitchen, living room and 6 bedrooms, 4 of which are en-suite. The guardian’s quarters, measuring approximately 60 sqm, includes a living room-kitchen and 2 bedrooms. A sauna room, 2 garages, a cellar and various outhouses are also included. This prestigious location will delight history enthusiasts and lovers of exceptional buildings. The charm of the original buildings has been carefully preserved. PROPERTY FEATURES Gas and oil central heating Connected to the sewer system Pool (14 × 7 m) Municipal water supply ADSL ACCESS Close to the village centre of Apt, 60 minutes from Avignon TGV station and from Marseille Provence International Airport. PROVENCE-HOME, luxury estate for sale in the Luberon +33 (0)4 90 74 54 47 – [email protected]