furnished castle for sale Saintes, France

Exclusivity - Built in 1823 by a great figure of Cognac, this exceptional château has been completely renovated and today combines period charm with high-end amenities. Spanning nearly 670 m² of living space, it offers vast, bright areas with remarkably preserved ancient elements. The 9-hectare estate, composed of gardens, woods, and meadows, also features an independent guest house and a superb 600m² outbuilding/pool house with a swimming pool, reception room, and modular spaces. A unique place, ideal for a family or event project.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Elegant 18th century property ideally located less than 10km from the Atlantic Coast beaches, Charente-Maritime, close to shops and Royan’s famous golf course. This magnificent chateau consists of a main residence of almost 755m² of living space, a functional flat with approximately 95m2 of living space, a splendid enclosed park of 2.8 hectares with two independent entrances and four building zones. Benefiting from a top-of-the-range renovation using quality materials, the architectural features of the château have been carefully preserved : period woodwork, 18th and 19th century fireplaces, remarkable Aubusson tapestries, magnificent wrought iron railings, and more. Spacious and warm at the same time, the rooms of this prestigious property have been meticulously decorated so that the past and the present are perfectly combined. The property gate opens onto a spacious courtyard with multiple parking spaces. The ground floor of the house benefits from two entrance halls, a majestic and warm 95 m² living room, a second living room with Aubusson tapestries, three dining rooms of different sizes, a professionally equipped kitchen with pantry, laundry & storage space and a boiler room. To complete this first level, the house benefits from a spacious master suite with en-suite bathroom and shower offering the possibility of single storey living. In the heart of the entrance hall, there is an original staircase leading to the first floor of the property. The landing leads to light-filled corridors on either side leading to nine comfortable, sound-proofed bedrooms, including a family suite and two inter-connecting rooms. All rooms have en-suite facilities. The property also has a staff flat with its own entrance and connecting door to the house. The first level has a lounge, a study with a beautiful Louis XVI library, and a fully equipped kitchen. The staircase leads to a spacious bedroom and a shower room. The magnificent wooded and landscaped gardens feature one of the oldest Virginia tulip trees in France as well as cedars from Lebanon and the Himalayas. The gardens provide a perfect opportunity for relaxation amongst the surrounding nature. Ideally located near Royan, this charming property is a real haven of peace, suitable for both family life and/or a business. Currently used as a high-end boutique hotel, the property is ideal for family receptions. This meticulously restored chateau is sold furnished (with the exception of a few pieces of furniture). File on request. CONTACT ‭Jennifer DUMAS +33 (0)6 62 49 61 23‬ Maxwell-Baynes Christie's International Real Estate 27 Quai Valin 17000 La Rochelle France International Real Estate - Immobilier International La Rochelle - Ile de Ré - Royan - Ile d'Oléron