castles for sale Aix-en-Provence, France

Château dating from the second half of the 19th century with neo-Renaissance inspiration and a recent rear extension (late 20th century). Very well maintained, it is nestled on a quiet and peaceful 8382 m² plot, ONLY 20 MINUTES FROM THE CITY CENTER OF AIX-EN-PROVENCE. This château is divided into 12 apartments, ranging from T3 to T6, with a total living area of 1445 m². The château is complemented by its magnificent park, a large secured swimming pool, a summer kitchen with barbecue, 16 garages, 9 cellars, 12 wood sheds, a boulodrome, and numerous parking spaces. The plot is fully enclosed by a stone wall and accessed via two large motorized gates. The total annual rental value of the 12 apartments is estimated at €230,000. The château is sold with 5 apartments currently rented under classic residential leases (Law 1989) generating €81,535 per year excluding charges. All apartments are serviced by an elevator. The floors are made of Bourgogne stone and parquet, the tiles are of aged marble, and the taps are in solid bronze. The towers are arranged as small libraries with stained glass windows. Each apartment is ready to be inhabited, with an equipped kitchen and high-quality finishes. PLU Zone UCfF2.

Your Prestige Real Estate Agency John Taylor is pleased to present for sale, in exclusivity, a magnificent 18th-century Chateau, listed as a historic monument and only 10 minutes from the town center. A magnificent renovated Orangerie and a vast vaulted stone cellar, a farmhouse comprising 3 large renovated apartments adjoining a large renovated sheepfold, two large stone straw barns and a vast agricultural hangar, set in magnificent wooded grounds of around 5 hectares. The farmhouse of over 1,000 sq. m. has been completely renovated. It is spread over 3 levels, distributed by a unique double staircase. Spacious living areas and lounges provide magnificent rooms for receptions. Numerous bedrooms and private apartments. Convertible attic space. Extensive basements and vaulted stone cellars opening onto the ground floor. Large renovated stone farmhouse offering three large apartments in perfect condition. A large renovated sheepfold adjoining the farmhouse. Two large straw huts adjoining the farmhouse. Magnificent two-storey Orangery of approx. 150 m² with vaulted cellars in its original state. Stone farm buildings and sheds below. Shed for farm machinery in the courtyard. Magnificent protected chapel in private garden. Needs renovation. Possibility of creating a large adjoining parking lot for public use, with immediate access. Like a hamlet, the property comprises approx. 1,500 sqm of living space, complemented by large stone-built outbuildings (sheepfold, straw barn, windows, pigsty, vaulted wine cellar and hangar). Easy access to roads and motorways. Exceptional property in its original state, still retaining the charm of the great authentic estates of Provence. The best transactions always bear the same signature. John Taylor

The castle Brillanne is located on the outskirts of Aix-En-Provence, on the gently sloping hillsides of the Puyricard plateau, well exposed to the sun and sheltered from the mistral, interspersed with small valleys which descend towards the Touloubre. Originally, La Brillanne was a construction whose traces date back to the 15th century. At the end of the 19th century, a floor and four square towers were added to the property at each corner, which gave it the name of castle, as well as a slate roof. Several successive alterations have gradually modified the original building, thus helping to give it its current architectural style, while retaining the classic exterior and interior bastide elements. Today, the property, built on a park of approximately 2.7 hectares, offers a real estate complex of nearly 1750 m2 of buildings, composed of the Provencal castle entirely restored in 2018, three new contemporary villas, a farmhouse to renovate, a fen and numerous annexes, horse boxes and a garage for 12 vehicles. On the garden side, the estate has retained all of its adjoining outbuildings, its wells, boxwood paths, gravelled flowerbeds, a wood to the east of the mansion, a monumental entrance with a wrought iron gate, which unambiguously indicated the power and wealth of the masters of the place, ponds (fed by a natural spring coming down from the Trévaresse), a wash house , and fountains. The park has many century-old trees, including a vast and majestic avenue of plane trees. To complete the outdoor space, a swimming pool, with impressive dimensions and the look of a Provençal pool, is nestled on the south side, sheltered from all nuisances. The Provençal author René Borricand, in his book Château et bastides du Pays d'Aix, evokes the castle estate as follows: “A typical three-story facade, generously pierced with five windows to take advantage of the garden; a roof with four slopes decorated with genoises, cornices of tiles whose number of rows indicates the quality of the owner (three are a sign of nobility, the owners had the title of marquis) and towers at each corner. La Brillanne, a property made of rusticity and elegance, simplicity and refinement, to come and discover with your Michaël Zingraf agency, Christie’s International Real Estate.

A spectacular residence, dating from the 16th, 18th & 20th centuries, and its farm in a verdant, 6 5-ha setting at the foot of the Luberon mountains. The construction of this old farm, comprising three separate buildings, took place over almost four hundred years, between the 16th and 20th centuries. The gateway stands alongside a narrow lane going to the village. It gives access to a driveway, bordered with pine trees, that leads to the house. Parklands, on either side, are planted with Mediterranean vegetation. The driveway provides a view of the main, one-storey building, reflecting vibrant Mediterranean colours. A stone tower spans three levels on the west facade. A square tower, set back from the main facade on the east side, features a roof terrace, looking out over the rear parklands, with the mountain range in the distance. A small corner tower flanks the south facade of the construction. The housing continues with the stone farmhouse spanning a garden level and a partial upstairs. At the end of this building are a swimming pool and its green open spaces laid to lawn. The rear facade of the property looks out over romantic, wooded parklands, a vegetable garden and an old oval ornamental pool. A dual flight of steps goes up to the south terrace, bordered by a balustrade.

Only 30 minutes away from Aix-en-Provence, in the heart of a 73 hectare forestry estate, discover this castle and its old farmhouse. Extended in the 19th century from the watchtower dating back to the Templars, the castle stands in a dominant position and comprises a magnificent banquet hall with a monumental fireplace, several spacious living rooms with high ceilings as well as a superb rooftop terrace. The farmhouse comprises a dining room, a kitchen, 5 bedrooms including one on the ground floor, each with a shower or bathroom, and a studio with a separate entrance. The property also includes a single-story house with a living room, a kitchenette and a separate bedroom with a shower room/toilet. The whole property needs to be renovated. Enchanting setting for this historic estate, very quiet and enjoying a panoramic view. Exceptional property. Agency fees payable by vendor - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 2730€ ~ 3730€ - Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr

A 17th century chateau and its outbuildings, in 6 ha of parklands and gardens, facing Sisteron citadel. This property is on land that borders the Durance Valley, to the north of the town of Sisteron and to the north-east of Buëch bridge. Once a hunting lodge belonging to the Captain of the Cazette, it was then remodelled and given its current appearance. This 17th century building stands at the end of a driveway, lined with plane trees. It comprises a central, rectangular building which spans three levels and is extended by two wings set at right angles. The main facade is bordered with a terrace, the view from which was outlined in William-Turner’s travel sketchbooks in 1830. The painting resulting from this draft is now displayed in the Tate Gallery: Baume Rock with, on its hillside, the outskirts of the town, the confluence of the rivers Durance and Buëch and the citadel standing on a rocky spur. A flight of stone steps goes from the terrace to an Italian-style garden which runs alongside the bank. It gives access to the old stables, to a succession of cellars and to a greenhouse. Parklands, planted with trees hundreds of years old, surround the estate, ensuring its privacy. Near to the chateau, a dovecote stands next to a listed, ornamental pool. An old goat shed adjoins the stables and a farm shed, a barn borders the river bank. A lake is lost from sight in the estate’s woods. Six springs are scattered throughout the property.

This ensemble steeped in history is in a peaceful elevated setting 30 minutes north-west of Aix-en-Provence. Set in about 73 hectares of grounds with a wall and a borehole, it comprises a 13th century castle, a “mas”, a “mazet” and a ruin. A watchtower dating from the time of the Knights Templar leads to a “Commanderie” which features a magnificent banqueting hall boasting high ceilings as well as several monumental fireplaces. Roof terraces command panoramic views of the Luberon and the nearby hills. The near 265 sqm 18th century “mas” includes a living/reception room, a dining room, a kitchen, five en suite bedrooms (one on the ground floor), and a studo apartment benefiting from a independent entry. The 35 sqm “mazet” comprises a living room, a kitchen area, and a bedroom with a shower room. Below the ensemble is a ruin with a partial grotto, and a second ruin which could create a pool house. Renovation is required to exploit the full potential of this remarkable ensemble steeped in history and in an exceptional setting on the edge of a conservation area. Great potential for a tourist/events business.

At the gates of Aix-en-Provence, in the commune of Puyricard, magnificent 18th century chateau for sale, redesigned in the 19th century, fully restored, with around 750sqm of living space. The outbuildings include 3 new independent houses (280sqm, 250sqm, 60sqm), a garage for 12 cars, a 350sqm building to be renovated (existing architect's project to build a vast orangery), an old 200sqm barn, aviary, loose box, swimming pool. In absolute calm, in a dominant position, it overlooks its 2.7 hectare park, ponds and plane tree avenue. Remarkable entrance. Vast and beautiful reception room, master suite of 95sqm, five bedrooms. Period features preserved. An exceptional property.