castles with terrace for sale Bouches-du-Rhône, France

In Grans, in a peaceful and unspoiled setting, this private mansion blends elegantly into the Provençal landscape. Ideally located between Aix-en-Provence and the Alpilles mountains, it offers a rare quality of life, combining accessibility and serenity. Built in 1870, this iconic residence, now known as 'the Château de Grans,' embodies all the refinement and heritage of the region. Set within a wooded park of over 4,200 m2, it offers nearly 500 m2 of living space, in a rare harmony of space, light, and nature. The village of Grans is as charming for its authenticity as for its dynamism. Throughout the year, it hosts numerous prestigious cultural events, contributing to a truly high quality of life. In the immediate vicinity, the Parc Marie-Rose provides a central hub for gatherings, shows, and events, further enhancing the area's appeal. Behind an automatic wrought-iron gate, a tree-lined driveway leads the eye to the property. Several parking spaces are available, complemented by a closed garage that can accommodate 3 to 4 vehicles. The through-hall captures the light and opens up views towards the reception rooms and the garden. The stone staircase, with its wrought ironwork, elegantly structures the spaces. The ground floor offers: a cozy, acoustically treated living room; two reception rooms with period features (mouldings, fireplaces, high ceilings); a modern and bright, fully equipped kitchen and a back kitchen allowing storage and direct access to the rear terraces. Upstairs, the property features six en-suite bedrooms, all designed for comfort and privacy. The master suite stands out for its generous size and high level of amenities. It includes a full bathroom with a bathtub and shower, as well as a dressing room. This wing extends seamlessly with: a spacious office, a billiard room--a true space for relaxation and entertaining--and direct access to the garage via an elegant spiral staircase, providing both functionality and independence. A unique room nestled in the tower, offering a truly singular atmosphere. A veritable haven of light, it captures the sun from all sides thanks to its windows, bathing the room in warm hues. An intimate space where light becomes a central element of the living space. A basement steeped in history: Formerly an oil mill, the estate retains magnificent vaulted cellars, testaments to its past. Today, this space houses: a gym with a sauna, a laundry room, a technical room, a dedicated dry-cleaning area, and a charming, climate-controlled wine cellar. The park, carefully landscaped, is divided into several areas: a heated swimming pool of 15 x 8 meters, equipped with an electric safety cover; a pool house with summer kitchen, ideal for entertaining; an area dedicated to pétanque or volleyball; an elegant rose garden; an independent workshop; a large woodshed. A small canal runs alongside the property, providing a soothing atmosphere and reinforcing the character of the place. High-performance technical features? Energy-efficient water-to-water heat pump? Well water supply, ensuring autonomy and savings. An exceptional property with multiple uses: a prestigious family residence, a guest house, or a reception venue this property lends itself to numerous projects. Part of the land is buildable, offering further development potential. Key features? 19th-century private mansion ('Château de Grans')? Approximately 490 m2 of living space? Wooded grounds of over 4,200 m2? 6 suites? Office, billiard room? Basement with vaulted cellars? Secure 15 x 8 m swimming pool? Pool house, summer kitchen? Workshop, woodshed? Close to Parc Marie-Rose ENERGY RATING: C 126 kWh/m2/year. CLIMATE RATING: A 4 kg CO2/m2/year. Estimated annual energy costs for the property: between EUR3,930 and EUR5,390. Reference date for energy prices used to establish this estimate: 01/01/2023. Energy performance certificate carried out on 17/06/2025. This property is offered to you at a price of EUR2,300,000 (seller's fees included) by

SUMPTUOUS 18TH-CENTURY CHATEAU IN UPPER PROVENCE - Luberon - 13 Hectares - Superb view - Listed Historic Monument - 1 hour from Aix-en-Provence - Forcalquier - Provence. In a sublime landscape with views stretching for several kilometers, this classical palace built around 1720 perfectly illustrates the French art of living during the Regency period, worthy of the film Que la fête commence. The architectural magnificence of what is considered the finest 18th-century chateau in Provence is matched only by the extraordinary effort required to build it during the last plague epidemic in Europe, in Marseille from 1720 to 1722, combined with colossal financial means born from the financial euphoria of John Law's banking system. A work by the great Parisian architect Pierre-Alexis Delamair, who designed the Hôtel de Soubise in Paris, now home to the National Archives, its construction was entrusted to Jean-Baptiste Franque, who created some of the finest 18th-century monuments in Provence, notably in Aix and Avignon. Its 18th-century classical architecture, strongly inspired by Parisian and Versailles architecture, is particularly refined, classical and symmetrical, centered around a projecting central section with three bays of French windows beneath a large pediment. It is known as the “Trianon of Provence”. Its gables are equally remarkable, with extremely rich sculptures, elaborate wrought-iron balconies, and on the park side, overlooking from a broad terrace the vast formal French gardens recently recreated, the central projection of the façade displays a sumptuous portico of four fully rounded columns, exceptionally rare for a private residence in the 18th century, as such elements inspired by Antiquity were reserved for the highest-ranking figures connected to the royal family. Inside, beneath ceilings reaching 5.3 meters high and flooded with light from every direction, the entrance hall opens onto the grand 80 m² reception salon. It is decorated with pilasters topped by Ionic capitals, echoed by monumental free-standing columns leading to the majestic staircase, entirely open through its grand flight of steps rising to the upper floor, populated with columns forming balconies dramatically overlooking the hall. It is undoubtedly one of the finest private 18th-century staircases in France. The ground floor opens on every side into a sequence of reception rooms with very restrained décor, left unfinished in the 18th century after the collapse of Law's banking system in 1720, in which the Forbin family, patrons of the property, are said to have participated. A grand salon, a music room adorned with a balustrade, a salon with alcove and niche, a large dining room with a neo-Gothic fireplace, an entrance hall on the south gable at the location of the former chapel, two large rooms used as visitor boutiques, and a mezzanine apartment with 3 bedrooms. Linen room, WC. A mezzanine apartment on the south gable, a kitchen, a living/dining room, access via the south staircase; on the mezzanine level upstairs, an office, a linen room, two bedrooms, and access to the mezzanine of the music salon. On the first floor, an extraordinary and highly impressive gallery 45 meters long runs alongside the majestic columned hall overlooking the staircase. 8 very beautiful bedrooms, some with antechambers and private cabinets, decorated with fireplaces. A billiard-library adorned with magnificent 19th-century wallpapers. A chapel. A large attic. Large and beautiful vaulted stone cellars. Wine cellars. Tunnel. Central heating in part of the chateau. In the outbuildings: Two guesthouses with 2 and 3 bedrooms. A 3-bedroom residence. A reception hall seating 150 guests in the former orangery, professional kitchen, restrooms. A large garage for 2 cars. A swimming pool. Sumptuous terraced gardens arranged along a 500-meter axial perspective: 300 meters of grand avenue facing the chateau and 270 meters on the terraced garden side. Embroidery gardens recreating the original 18th-century plans by Pierre-Alexis Delamair preserved in Munich, reconstructed in 2023, highlighted by a monumental stone obelisk. A very beautiful and large ornamental pond with its fountain to the north. 18th-century double-flight staircases. Location: -2.5 km from the first shops and services. A hotel 1.5 km away. -3 km from a 5-star hotel. -5 km from Forcalquier, all shops and services. -20 km from the A51 motorway. -67 km from Aix-en-Provence (1 hour). -87 km from Aix TGV station (1h10). Paris in 2h50. Price: 5,900,000 euros agency fees included, payable by the seller. Fees to be paid by the seller. Not subject to DPE. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

On the edge of the Alpilles Regional Natural Park lies a privileged place. Spectacular, unique, and refined, a castle gradually reveals its true soul, its mysteries, and an extraordinary history. The origins of the estate, spanning over 5 hectares, date back to the 1st century AD, as evidenced by a magnificent Roman tower. Formerly owned by a noble family, the building proudly displays its Renaissance-style facade and its evolution through the centuries, from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. Extremely rare, a charming 19th-century consecrated chapel patiently awaits its next wedding behind its majestic bronze doors. Wandering through its grounds, populated by centuries-old trees, one discovers a swimming pool set apart from the château, a formal French garden, a vast, secluded parking area, and numerous outbuildings and hidden corners… The view is splendid, especially from the rooftop where one can admire a 360° panorama, reminiscent of Tuscany: the Alpilles mountain range, Arles and the Luma Tower, Montmajour Abbey, the Canal de la Vallée des Baux-de-Provence, and the Provençal countryside in all its splendor. This exceptional property is also remarkable for its location: 17 minutes from the Arles TGV station, 30 minutes from the Avignon TGV station, 20 minutes from Les Baux-de-Provence, 24 minutes from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, and 15 minutes from the Les Baux-de-Provence golf course (Domaine de Manville). The property lends itself to numerous possibilities: a luxury hotel and spa with a gourmet restaurant and bistro; event venues (weddings, seminars, receptions, cultural events, outdoor and sports activities, etc.); a high-end wellness or treatment center… or other possibilities according to your desires and dreams. Note that a building permit has been approved to extend the castle. This will allow for a floor area exceeding 2,500 m². This Sleeping Beauty awaits Prince Charming to continue the story… Your contact for this property: Adley LINQUE at +33 6 62 32 22 88.