listed castle for sale Ambeyrac, France

ALBI, nestled in a green setting overlooking the Tarn, the Château de Lapérouse opens its doors to a rare place filled with history and emotions. Built between the 16th and 17th centuries, and later enriched in the 19th century, this castle registered as a Historical Monument is closely linked to the memory of Jean-François de Galaup, Count of Lapérouse, a famous navigator who spent part of his childhood here. From the moment you arrive, the charm takes hold: a metal gate opens onto a tree-lined path leading to an elegant courtyard, a prelude to the discovery of an authentic home that has managed to preserve its original soul. The castle is organized around vast, light-filled rooms, offering superb volumes conducive to multiple layouts. Currently operated with only 4 bedrooms, it already generates an annual profit of around 40,000 €, suggesting remarkable development potential through the creation of additional rooms. Outside, two magnificent terraces encircle the property and offer stunning views of the park and the Tarn. These spaces, both intimate and spectacular, are perfectly suited for hosting discerning clientele or prestigious events. The 3.6-hectare park, a true haven of peace, alternates between meadows, centuries-old trees, and wooded areas, creating unique perspectives on the river. Down below, a pool integrates harmoniously into the natural terrain, while an ancient nymphaeum fed by a spring adds a romantic and unique touch to the whole. This exceptional property with a living area of 320 m² offers a multitude of possibilities: prestige residence, seminar venue, museum, private or professional events... An ideal setting to develop an ambitious project, combining historical charm and strong economic potential. A unique place where the past meets the future, ready to host your most inspiring projects.The distribution: Organized around an elegant U-shaped courtyard typical of the Renaissance, the castle displays a brick architecture inspired by the Toulouse private mansions, with its mullioned windows and sculpted doors. On the ground floor, the living spaces are centered around a remarkable XVIIth-century wooden spiral staircase. Here, one finds a vast light-filled living/dining room, enhanced by a French ceiling and a monumental fireplace, as well as a contemporary kitchen opening onto the courtyard and terrace. A first bedroom with a bathroom completes this level. On the first floor, dedicated to guest accommodation, several characterful bedrooms - including one linked to Jean-François de Galaup, Count of Lapérouse - offer fireplaces, ancient ceilings, and clear views. A common lounge for guests and service areas round off this warm and functional set. The attic, easily convertible, offers significant extension potential, while the vaulted brick cellars add authenticity and technical possibilities. Outdoors, the park structured on several levels offers terraces, a pool, outbuildings, and direct access to the banks of the Tarn, creating a unique setting conducive to relaxation as well as hosting events. The property is sold furnished.Fees borne by the seller. Your commercial agent 3G IMMO on site EI - Charles GONCALVES BAPTISTA registered with the RSAC of ALBI no. 523 336 055. According to article L.561.5 of the Monetary and Financial Code, you will be asked to present an identification document for the organization of the visit. 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.

10 minutes from the center of Albi, by the Tarn river, a 16th-century château and its 3.6-hectare park. The château was built between the 16th and 17th centuries, and later a wing was rebuilt in the 19th century. Classified as a historical monument, it is linked to local history. Jean-François de Galaup, Count of Lapérouse, a famous navigator and explorer born in 1741, spent his childhood there. The residence largely retains its organization from this period. Access to the property is via a metal gate leading to a tree-lined driveway up to the château courtyard. A surrounding terrace borders the building and overlooks the meadows that slope down toward the Tarn, visible through the trees. Below, a swimming pool is set in the slope of the land, while an old nymphaeum, likely created in the 19th century and fed by a spring, is situated away from the main area. The park, of about 3.6 hectares, consists of tall trees, ornamental plantings, meadows, and wooded areas. The plots spread around the château and provide views of the river from the terrace and façades.This description has been automatically translated from French.

With a commanding view of the valley, this 13th-century medieval castle covers approximately 600 m² and is partially listed as a historic monument. It was remodelled in the 16th and 17th centuries. A courtyard enclosed by two semi-circular arched gateways connects the castle and the outbuildings of approximately 200m², as well as a flat-ended chapel near the castle to the west. Built on rocks, the castle is distinguished by its superimposed terraces and corbelled watchtowers; a square tower armed with arrow slits has been added to the north corner of the castle. A beautiful spiral staircase with wooden steps distributes the interior of the castle over three levels and an attic comprising 14 rooms, including six bedrooms, a loggia and a kitchen, then two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs, the attics, as well as a guard room and cellars on the ground floor. The castle and chapel underwent extensive restoration in the 1970s. The approximately 3.5-hectare park includes a dovecote, the chapel, a caretaker's house and other outbuildings (stables, woodshed).

Built in the late 16th century, the château is a fine example of Renaissance architecture in the Périgord Noir. Steeped in history and architectural elegance, this château is a rare and distinguished property located just outside the medieval jewel of Sarlat-la-Canéda, in the Dordogne department, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, southwestern France. This region is renowned for its medieval architecture, rolling countryside, and popularity among international buyers seeking prestigious heritage properties. This Renaissance château is best known as the childhood home of Étienne de La Boétie, the renowned political philosopher and confidant of writer and philosopher Michel de Montaigne. Constructed in the late 1500s, the château features a symmetrical rectangular plan with round towers at the corners, classic of the transitional style in the phase between fortified medieval castles and more domestic Renaissance châteaux. The main residence boasts a stone spiral staircase, large fireplaces, stone mullioned windows, and spacious rooms with high ceilings typical of its period. The ground floor opens with an elegant dining room featuring stone flooring and a central stone fireplace, creating a warm and authentic atmosphere. From here, you have direct access to the main living room, kitchen, guest WC, and the striking spiral staircase housed in the château’s southern tower. The adjoining annexe houses on the ground floor the fully equipped kitchen, laundry room, a half bathroom and a bedroom. The living room is generously proportioned, showcasing a second impressive fireplace, exposed timber beams, and double-aspect windows that flood the space with natural light while offering views of the gardens. The first floor features a spacious master bedroom, complete with a beautiful stone fireplace, a private ensuite half-bathroom, a separate WC, and double-aspect windows that offer serene views over the château’s gardens and the valley. Also on this level are two additional well-proportioned bedrooms, which share a charming family bathroom, and two further bedrooms and a WC in the annexe, making it an ideal layout for guests or family living. The property is equipped with gas central heating which is underfloor in the dining room. The property with its 5.1 hectares is complemented by a charming stone barn, featuring central double doors and an original stone floor that exudes rustic character. Inside, the historic wooden cow stalls remain intact, offering a unique glimpse into the property’s agricultural past. This versatile space presents excellent potential to be transformed into a workshop, studio, or stylish additional living accommodation, perfectly blending heritage with modern adaptability. The domaine is completed by a round stone dove cote. While some areas may require modernisation or restoration, these features offer a strong foundation for a luxury residence, boutique hotel, or heritage museum. This chateau offers a rare opportunity to acquire one of France’s most culturally significant Renaissance châteaux. It stands as both a living piece of French intellectual history and a stunning architectural landmark, making it a once-in-a-generation opportunity for discerning buyers. Sarlat-la-Canéda benefits from excellent transport links despite its rural setting. The nearest international airports are Brive (approximately 45 minutes) and Bergerac Airport (just over an hour), both offering regular flights to major European hubs such as Paris, London, Amsterdam, and Brussels. For long-haul connections, Toulouse and Bordeaux International Airports are each around two hours away by car. Rail services from Paris to Souillac or to Sarlat via Bordeaux.

At the border of Cantal and Aveyron, overlooking the valley of Goul, a castle from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance stands on a 15-hectare site. Established in the center of its territory and isolated in a completely preserved environment free from any nuisance, the fully classified historical monument rises above the valley that marks the historical boundary between Haute-Auvergne and Rouergue. The main access is from the eastern side where an ancient drawbridge likely once stood. Its origins date back to the Middle Ages when the site was merely a keep surrounded by a wall of five to seven defensive towers. Today, only the western keep, a second tower raised in the 15th century to the east, and one truncated defensive tower remain, surrounded by terraces and open spaces. The central living quarters, built during the Renaissance between the two square towers, feature numerous bays with mullioned windows on its southern façade and a sculptural decor around the main entrance door. An additional wing was added to the north in the 18th century. Inside, the layout of the rooms has not been altered. In addition to a monumental Italian-style staircase, the ground floor consists of an old low hall that now serves as a dining room, a small television lounge, two kitchens – the original one and a more recent one – as well as access to the cellars and a garage. The first floor contains an old lordly room, a contiguous small lounge, two bedrooms, and a shower room with toilets. Access to the 18th-century section leads to a succession of three bedrooms with water points, a bathroom, and separate toilets. The second floor includes a spacious room known as 'the Queen's room', an office, two additional bedrooms, and a shower room with toilets. A landing passage leads to a shower room and to the attic of the 18th-century section. The third floor comprises an exhibition room, followed by a spare bedroom, former service rooms, and an interior pigeon house. A small staircase then leads to the loft with a large hall under the framework and two chimneys. This precedes a chapel and the upper parts of the two towers. A caretaker's house and a swimming pool are also located on the estate.This description has been automatically translated from French.

For sale, a château listed in the supplementary inventory of Historical Monuments from the 11th to the 15th and 18th centuries, approximately 821 m² with 401 m² of living space, partially restored on 7.11 hectares. This château is located in Corrèze, north of Brive-la-Gaillarde and on the borders of Dordogne. The château from the 11th to 15th and 18th centuries. This château, listed as a Historical Monument and placed on a rocky spur, offers a preserved place free of any nuisance on 7.11 hectares in one block. This dwelling in a hamlet consists of a lord's house, a dungeon with an old stable, vaulted cellars, a square tower, and the remains of a chapel with its crypt. A surrounding wall traces the medieval history of this château. The château rises over 3 levels. Each level measures approximately 183 m². The top level is designated as an attic. A living room, a kitchen, 4 bedrooms, a bathroom, and a shower room. A terrace on the upper floor. On the upper floor of the porch, 4 bedrooms remain to be renovated. A garden shielded from view in a dominant position. History and architecture. The site of this château was an oppidum during the time of the Gauls due to its strategic location. Before the year 1000, a wooden château was built at this location. In the 11th century, this château was transformed into a feudal fortress with a four-level tower, 3 vaulted cellars, and surrounding walls. The château was destroyed during the Hundred Years' War. In the 15th century, the dwelling was rebuilt with a chapel, a keystone, the lord's house, evidenced by the kitchen floor, and Gothic arcading. In the 17th century, a fire destroyed the château, which was rebuilt in the 18th century as we know it today. This château was titled viscountcy, and its lords held this title. Illustrious guests stayed there, such as Mr. de Mirabeau, who had his own room that bears his name. The family was linked to Turenne.This description has been automatically translated from French.

12th century fortified castle for sale in the Tarn, with a view over the hills and the Pyrenees. Approximately 400 m2 to be declined according to your needs and the spaces of the museum. Architectural elements which make this property unique and classified as a Historic Monument: very rich renaissance facades, mullioned windows, monumental stone staircase etc... It includes three architectural parts of different periods and styles: the medieval enclosure (12th and 13th centuries), the Renaissance facades (thanks to the pastel) and the 18th century cocoa dryer. Financial report due to the 80 days of opening per year of this castle-museum. Originally, Magrin Castle was built on an ancient Celtic oppidum, on the highest hill in the area. At an altitude of 330 metres, it offers a magnificent view of the Pyrenees, the Black Mountain and the Grésigne. Castrum under the Romans, it was consolidated under the Visigoths, in their endeavour to found an empire stretching from Orléans to Seville. It took on its present form as a curiously asymmetrical medieval fortress in the 12th and 13th centuries. Land area of approximately 4100 m2.