castles with panoramic view for sale Bouches-du-Rhône, France

Set in the heart of a beautifully landscaped park of over 14,000 sqm, this character Château, built in 1881 by a Dutch shipowner, rises proudly on its rocky outcrop, sheltered from all disturbance. It blends Venetian-inspired terrazzo floors with refined Art Deco elements, including a remarkable sweeping staircase, stained-glass windows, and sandblasted glass doors. The property offers over 320 sqm of living space across two levels, complemented by an independent studio of approximately 55 sqm. It features a spacious living room, a separate kitchen, five suites, and a study with sea views. A 200 sqm terrace houses three cellars, while a 150 sqm rooftop, accessible by elevator or staircase, enjoys panoramic views over the Bay of Marseille and its islands. Hidden from view, a large south-facing swimming pool (13 x 7 m) blends seamlessly into the Mediterranean vegetation. A closed garage completes the property, along with outdoor parking. The house is fully equipped with a ducted heating and air-conditioning system powered by heat pumps, double glazing, and electric roller shutters throughout. A privileged setting, with shops just 5 minutes away by car, a bus stop 800 m away, and hiking trails within a 5-minute walk. Classified as an Exceptional Site by the City of Marseille, this rare property also lends itself to a high-end guesthouse project. For further information, please contact Juliette Roux on +33 6 34 38 82 27 or by email at [email protected]

The site includes a set of four buildings listed in the supplementary inventory of historic monuments (with the possibility of tax exemption as a Historic Monument) totaling 7000m2 of floor area. This space includes: - the castle, the inn, and its outbuildings; - The old wine store and its stables, with its adjoining house; - Another structure allowing for the layout of 50 additional rooms. The entire site, regarding the PLU of Aix en Provence, can be developed into a hotel, seminar space, or even residential units. The buildings are situated on a very diverse natural site. It offers a wide range of development opportunities, from the L'arc river in the valley bottom to the promontory with a 360-degree view of the Aix region, between the Sainte Victoire massif to the East and the Roquefavour aqueduct to the West. The estate is located in the municipality of Aix en Provence, 5 minutes from the airfield, 10 minutes from the TGV station (Roissy-Paris in 3 hours), and 20 minutes from Marseille-Provence airport (Marignane). A quick feasibility study suggests that the existing buildings can be developed as follows: - The castle, developed for reception and general services, seminar and relaxation areas - The Inn, which can accommodate large seminar spaces, initially served as an inn and restaurant, featuring large banquet halls - The former wine stores for seminar or relaxation areas amidst greenery - The Stables and the long house for accommodation, approximately 30 keys - The boxes for accommodation, approximately 50 keys - The Hangar has a large volume to exploit or re-exploit based on exchanges with city services. The 49ha site, of which 40ha are contiguous, allows for the development of both recreational spaces, a wooded park along the Arc, cultivable land, a wooded area or even terraced orchards. Finally, the site allows for the revival of the former estate, although currently very damaged.This description has been automatically translated from French.