castles for sale Angouleme, France

Discover an architectural masterpiece nestled in the serene countryside, just a 20-minute journey from the vibrant heart of Angoulême, renowned for its TGV links. This splendid Renaissance château, standing proudly near a picturesque village brimming with amenities, beckons you to explore its historical grandeur and luxurious renovations. Immerse yourself in the opulent past, meticulously preserved through extensive early 20th-century restorations that honor its original splendor. The château boasts an impressive 862 m² of elegantly appointed living space, artfully distributed across its majestic structure. The journey begins beneath the surface, in the ancient cellars with their 4th-century Romanesque foundations, leading through to the once bustling château kitchen, now a testament to its glorious past. Ascend to the entresol to find the modern culinary heart and utility spaces of the home. The ground floor unfolds into a grand entrance hall, setting the stage for the expansive living room, refined study, formal dining room, and additional kitchen facilities, crowned by a master bedroom suite that promises unrivaled comfort and luxury. Each floor of this regal residence tells a unique story through its beautifully preserved spaces. The first floor houses an elegant salon and five sumptuous bedrooms, four of which boast en-suite bathrooms, offering privacy and sophistication. The journey continues upward to reveal three more bedrooms and a shared bathroom, culminating in the tower's third-floor former library—a breathtaking space that whispers tales of yesteryear. The château's authenticity shines through in every detail, from period features to the remarkable experience it offers. Enveloped in approximately 18.4 hectares of pristine landscapes, divided between lush woods, verdant meadows, and productive farmland, this estate invites you to envision a life of unparalleled elegance and tranquility. With facilities for six garages and the potential for a swimming pool, this exceptional property awaits your presence. Seize the opportunity to own a piece of history and craft your legacy within its timeless walls.

Perched on the heights south of the Charente River, its Italianate appearance greatly contributes to its charm. Access is via the park, to the south. Beautiful 16th-century balustrades run along the edges of the moats. The architectural originality may stem from the scalloped crenellations atop the machicolations that crown the walls. Inside, the stone staircase is a major feature. With three flights and balustrades, its coffered ceiling adds to its grandeur. A large salon adorned with stucco work is particularly elegant and provides an ideal setting for entertaining. The château also offers two dining rooms, a kitchen, a scullery, and a bedroom with its own bathroom on the ground floor. Upstairs, there are 5 to 6 bedrooms, two bathrooms, two shower rooms, and an office. On the garden level, you’ll find vaulted rooms and a Romanesque-style guardroom. Near the entrance to the estate stands a 200 m² barn that has been renovated to serve as a reception hall. A garage with a workshop above, a dovecote, and a swimming pool area enclosed in a secure courtyard complete the outbuildings. The former washhouse, measuring around 170 m², remains to be renovated. A unique opportunity to acquire a magnificent property—perfect for gathering family or as an investment to create a venue for weddings and events.

Ref.4569 : Magnificent Italian-style chateau near Angoulême Situated near Angoulême, the château enjoys an exceptional geographical position. Nestling in the heart of the Cognac wine region, it lies at the crossroads of richly varied landscapes, with rolling green hills, lush vineyards and dense forests. The château dominates the Charente valley, offering majestic panoramic views. This privileged location links the château to the main transport routes, allowing you to explore the region at your leisure while remaining close to amenities and places of cultural and historical interest. A driveway lined with chestnut trees leads to the gates of the château, which overlooks the Charente valley with its 17th-century terraces surrounded by a dry moat. Its south-west façade, with a Renaissance doorway dating from 1620, is adorned with pilasters and a pediment decorated with fruit. Inside, the vestibule leads to a staircase hall, a dining room with parquet flooring and a coffered ceiling, and a modern, fully-equipped kitchen with utility room. A bedroom with en suite bathroom and separate toilet follows. To the left of the entrance hall is a succession of two reception rooms, including a large Louis XV drawing room with gilding and wood panelling on a parquet floor that is a listed historic monument. WC and access to the cellars and outside terraces. The monumental listed stairway, illuminated by 19th century stained glass windows, leads to the first floor. On the left, a vast landing leads to a study with a library, a shower room and a bedroom with 19th century flooring. In the main body of the castle, a gallery leads to 3 further bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms and WCs. The lower level includes several vaulted rooms, a wine cellar and a Romanesque guard room. The rooms are decorated with old terracotta floor tiles and remarkable architectural features. Outbuildings : - Large barn of 200 sqm renovated with electricity. - Garage with 264 sqm of floor space and an upstairs workshop of the same size with electricity. - Wash-house of approx. 170 sqm situated below the property, in need of renovation. An 20.5 acres site comprising : 14.3 acres of farmland 9.300 sqm of pleasure grounds 9.229 sqm of woodland The grounds feature a number of lush plants, including an ancient tree that stands in front of the château: a Japanese weeping sophora known as ‘sophora japonica pendula’, which has been awarded the ‘Remarkable Tree of France’ label. There is also a 10 m x 5 m swimming pool heated by an air-water heat pump. Cabinet LE NAIL – Poitou-Charentes – M Godefroid COLLEE: +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Located just 1h from Bordeaux, from Périgueux and from Bergerac and 45 minutes from Angouleme, this chateau with exceptional architecture, history, and its size, approximately 2,000 sqm, that used to belong to a famous noble family from the 13th C. to the end of 19th C., was recently restored with care (roofs in particular). Listed 'Monument Historique', the chateau that overhangs the village, has maintained its drawbridge in working order with a double carriage gate and pedestrian door. Destroyed during wars and rebuilt on the 16th C., attic roofs were added on the 17th C. thus extending living surface on third level. The sumptuous reception rooms (70 sqm to 150 sqm) with ceremonial fireplaces, and over 4 metres height under ceiling, a monumental staircase, a large galery on each floor distributing the rooms, walls one metre thick, give an idea of the prestige of the chateau. The chateau is sold furnished. Besides, majestic separate buildings and huge outbuildings (about 3000 sq.mt.) complete the property and will be convenient for many projects : events, public opening or private or partly private estate. The all will be set in 2.6 ha of park. Contact : Claire de Froment +33 (0)6 12 87 00 98 Sale price including fees : 2,635,000 euros. Buyer's fees. Fee : 6 % VAT of the price excluding fees. Sale price excluding fees : 2,485,000 euros. Energy class : N/A. Climate class : N/A. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

At the edge of a charming village in the Charente region, this timeless estate overlooks the protected Échelle Valley, a Natura 2000 classified site of remarkable biodiversity. A true haven for lovers of nature, history, and authenticity, the property spans just over 8 hectares, blending open meadows, woodlands, streams, a hanging garden, and dry moats carved into the rock. This is a vibrant, inspiring place—perfect for a large family home, an artist residency, an events venue, or even a boutique hospitality project. The château, the crown jewel of the estate, offers approximately 500 m² of living space (with potential to expand beyond 600 m²). It immediately charms with the grandeur of its volumes and the exceptional natural light that floods each room through generously sized, well-oriented windows. Spanning three levels, the residence includes eight bedrooms, several bright reception rooms, an elegant dining room, a character-filled kitchen, a library, and extensive storage spaces. Preserved period features enhance its atmosphere: aged parquet floors, patinated terracotta tiles, ornate cornices, stone and painted wood fireplaces, and a stunning elm staircase curved into the stone wall. Every room invites serenity—some with commanding views over the valley. Flanked by two medieval towers, the main structure reflects a long lineage dating back to the 13th century, later reimagined in the 19th century to combine historical charm with improved comfort. Behind the château lies an impressive complex of outbuildings totaling over 1,500 m² at ground level. Arranged in a U-shape, they include barns, stables, workshops, wine press buildings, and various flexible-use spaces. Two have already been tastefully restored: a 105 m² showroom and a 180 m² guinguette-style bar, ideal for hosting events—cultural, festive, or commercial. A detached guesthouse, known as La Maisonnette, offers approximately 115 m² of cozy, stylish accommodation: an open-plan living area with a wood stove, whitewashed stone walls, exposed beams, and three bedrooms—two of which have en-suite bathrooms. A charming and private space, perfect for welcoming friends, guests, or seasonal visitors. Located just 10 minutes from Angoulême, a vibrant city known for its artistic energy and major festivals. From here, you can easily catch the high-speed TGV to Paris (2h), Bordeaux (30 min), Roissy-CDG (3h), Tours, or Lille. The nearby village offers all daily conveniences. A rare opportunity where anything is possible—a place to live, to welcome, to create and to share. A human-scale heritage set in a majestic natural setting.

A 17th century castle with terraces registered as historical monuments, outbuildings, parkland and underground spring, set in 8 hectares of grounds overlooking the Charente valley. From the main road to the south, a large driveway lined with chestnut trees leads to the property gates, to the left of an L-shaped outbuilding to the north-west. A swimming pool at its northern end is protected by a walled enclosure, which extends from the outbuilding to the castle moat, where it becomes a retaining wall. To the right of the outbuilding, an avenue of gnarled hornbeams crosses the grassy areas where fruit trees have been planted. There are a dovecote and a communal oven a few metres further on in the direction of the castle. The main building, which can be reached in less than 50 metres across the grounds, overlooks the River Charente. It is built in an L-shape, which opens onto the sunlit valley it overlooks. Its two wings, framed by dry moats to the east and west, are bordered by terraces above, with the eastern one, which juts out towards the valley, featuring high arches running the entire length of its base. The west wing, meanwhile, looks as if it is standing on a rock at its end, and the balustrade of the terrace closes off the courtyard on the lower level facing the River Charente, which flows around 300 m below. The castle walls are crowned with crenelations scalloped on machicolations. The low-sloped half-round tile roof is concealed by battlements and the ends of the gutters are in the shape of cannon mouths. The balustrade, at the edge of the dry moat above which the entrance to the residence stands, is only just visible. Beyond this, as you go down towards the west, a house facing the stream stands on the hillside. Moors and coppices stretch out towards the river. Finally, beyond the parkland to the west, grassed areas adjoin the woods on the edge of the property.

A 19th century castle with 13th and 15th century towers and outbuildings, in 8 hectares of listed meadows and woods, In the Charente area, a short way from Angoulême. In a picturesque, steep sloped setting, this property is the remains of a fortress whose 13th and 15th century towers still stand either side of a 19th century building. The three buildings denote the base of the pentagonal-shaped castle walls, whose entrance was previously located to the north between two now levelled towers overlooking the moat. To the east, the wooded area runs down to the stream below in the bottom of the valley. To the west and south of the main building, opposite a lawned area, a dry moat carved out of the rock gives way to outbuildings set out in a U-shape open to the east next to the castle.

This château, passed down through the same family for centuries, stands majestically next to a centuries-old lime tree, near a charming Romanesque church. Perched on its rocky promontory, it overlooks a wooded and rolling valley, offering an enchanting setting for this characterful property. The owners have undertaken careful restoration, respecting the history and soul of this unique place. The roofs of the château and its outbuildings have been entirely renovated. Inside, significant work has been done to modernize while preserving the authenticity of the original materials: terracotta floors and tiles, wooden floors with forged nails, woodwork, stone fireplaces—each detail exudes the charm of yesteryear. This home takes you on a journey through time, blending medieval, classical, and 19th-century romantic eras. With its 7 bedrooms, 5 modern bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and vast reception spaces, this château offers all the comfort needed for a large family, multigenerational living, or even a tourism project. The spacious attic, with an additional 250 m² to develop, opens up numerous possibilities for expansion. The entrance, marked by an imposing wooden gate, and the proximity of the Romanesque church enhance the timeless charm of this property. The romantic 10,000 m² (1 hectare) park, featuring a heated pool, is a peaceful haven that also includes several outbuildings, ready to host new projects. There is even the option to later acquire more land with the renovated former sheepfold, a large additional barn, and an adjoining arboretum. Located in an idyllic natural setting, the property is within immediate proximity to essential shops (butcher, bakery, grocery store), just a minute's walk away. A large commercial area is only 10 minutes by car, and the center of Angoulême, with its TGV station, is just 15 minutes away. The airports of Bordeaux and Limoges are 1h30 and 1h20 away, respectively. This château is a true invitation to live a timeless dream, combining charm, history, and modern comfort.