castle with reception room for sale Carlux, France

Built in the late 16th century, the château is a fine example of Renaissance architecture in the Périgord Noir. Steeped in history and architectural elegance, this château is a rare and distinguished property located just outside the medieval jewel of Sarlat-la-Canéda, in the Dordogne department, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, southwestern France. This region is renowned for its medieval architecture, rolling countryside, and popularity among international buyers seeking prestigious heritage properties. This Renaissance château is best known as the childhood home of Étienne de La Boétie, the renowned political philosopher and confidant of writer and philosopher Michel de Montaigne. Constructed in the late 1500s, the château features a symmetrical rectangular plan with round towers at the corners, classic of the transitional style in the phase between fortified medieval castles and more domestic Renaissance châteaux. The main residence boasts a stone spiral staircase, large fireplaces, stone mullioned windows, and spacious rooms with high ceilings typical of its period. The ground floor opens with an elegant dining room featuring stone flooring and a central stone fireplace, creating a warm and authentic atmosphere. From here, you have direct access to the main living room, kitchen, guest WC, and the striking spiral staircase housed in the château’s southern tower. The adjoining annexe houses on the ground floor the fully equipped kitchen, laundry room, a half bathroom and a bedroom. The living room is generously proportioned, showcasing a second impressive fireplace, exposed timber beams, and double-aspect windows that flood the space with natural light while offering views of the gardens. The first floor features a spacious master bedroom, complete with a beautiful stone fireplace, a private ensuite half-bathroom, a separate WC, and double-aspect windows that offer serene views over the château’s gardens and the valley. Also on this level are two additional well-proportioned bedrooms, which share a charming family bathroom, and two further bedrooms and a WC in the annexe, making it an ideal layout for guests or family living. The property is equipped with gas central heating which is underfloor in the dining room. The property with its 5.1 hectares is complemented by a charming stone barn, featuring central double doors and an original stone floor that exudes rustic character. Inside, the historic wooden cow stalls remain intact, offering a unique glimpse into the property’s agricultural past. This versatile space presents excellent potential to be transformed into a workshop, studio, or stylish additional living accommodation, perfectly blending heritage with modern adaptability. The domaine is completed by a round stone dove cote. While some areas may require modernisation or restoration, these features offer a strong foundation for a luxury residence, boutique hotel, or heritage museum. This chateau offers a rare opportunity to acquire one of France’s most culturally significant Renaissance châteaux. It stands as both a living piece of French intellectual history and a stunning architectural landmark, making it a once-in-a-generation opportunity for discerning buyers. Sarlat-la-Canéda benefits from excellent transport links despite its rural setting. The nearest international airports are Brive (approximately 45 minutes) and Bergerac Airport (just over an hour), both offering regular flights to major European hubs such as Paris, London, Amsterdam, and Brussels. For long-haul connections, Toulouse and Bordeaux International Airports are each around two hours away by car. Rail services from Paris to Souillac or to Sarlat via Bordeaux.

Perched high above the Dordogne River in the heart of the prestigious Périgord Noir, this exceptional historic château and estate are set within more than 30 hectares of private woodland and grounds, commanding breathtaking panoramic views over the valley. Accessed via a spectacular 900-metre private driveway, the château combines complete privacy with close proximity to Sarlat-la-Canéda and the celebrated villages of Domme, Beynac and La Roque-Gageac. Dating from the 17th century and enlarged in the 19th century, the château has been beautifully renovated while preserving its historic character and original architectural features. The principal residence offers approximately 1,000 sqm of elegant living space across three floors, including ten ensuite bedrooms, grand reception rooms, a magnificent library, formal dining room and an impressive salon with monumental fireplace. Air conditioning and central heating provide modern comfort throughout. Designed equally for refined private living and luxury hospitality, Château Rouffillac also benefits from a proven track record as a luxury rental property and exclusive wedding venue, highly sought after by an international clientele. The estate includes a fully renovated five-bedroom guest villa, caretaker’s house, swimming pool with pool house, gym, workshops and several outbuildings. The evocative ruins of the 11th-century Chapelle de Cadiot add a rare historical dimension to the property. Rarely does a château of such scale, authenticity and elevated position come to market in the Dordogne. Château Rouffillac represents a unique opportunity to acquire one of the region’s most remarkable private estates.

A chateau from the late 17th century, with breath-taking views, outbuildings and 38 hectares of wooded hills and pastures in the Périgord Noir region. The site, absolutely magnificent, is one of these numerous Périgord plateaus sandwiched within a complicated network of large and small valleys with abrupt edges and spectacular views, surrounded on all sides by a landscape practically devoid of all human occupation. Comparable to that of a horseshoe, with its curves corresponding to the property’s north and northwest slopes and the central part to the estate’s cultivated plateaus, the site’s topography culminates at an average of about 200 metres in altitude with an elevation gain of approximately 20 metres, guaranteeing awe-inspiring views of the surrounding woods, hills and meadows. Divided up in the 1970s, the property has, nevertheless, preserved 38 of its original 104 hectares. Remarkably conserved thanks to careful replanting, these spaces underscore this site’s singular value, which still succeeds in offering a meaningful testimony to the splendour of these great estates of yesteryear. Founded in 1571, as indicated in the archives, and passed down from the Lord of Roufflilhac to various bourgeois and local notables, the 'noble dwelling', more commonly known as 'the chateau', and its outbuildings were built during the late 17th century over the vestiges of a medieval dwelling destroyed during the French Wars of Religion. Although possessing the essential Périgord architectural characteristics from the late 17th century, it was reorganised in the 18th and 19th centuries, when it was acquired by the Pontou family, who would go on to keep the property in their possession for more than 100 years. Today, the property includes the chateau, the 'Old House', a former tenant farm now used as a guesthouse, a caretaker’s cottage and former stables partially converted into accommodations, the whole forming a kind of hamlet. In addition, a completely restored dovecote with a stone slate roof, a tennis court and an immense infinity swimming pool are scattered throughout the grounds, the water for which is supplied by the property’s own natural spring located below the main dwelling along with a washhouse and basin. The result? One of the most beautiful properties in Dordogne – the authenticity of which has been carefully conserved – providing breath-taking views of the surrounding Unesco Word Heritage-protected landscape.

On a 12.5-hectare estate by the river, a character property including an elegant 19th-century château of 340 m², a large outbuilding of 357 m², two annexes, and a heated and covered swimming pool. Ref 1038.

What an incredible location for this property, on its 9.20 hectare promontory, with no immediate neighbours, a 15 minute walk from all amenities and a 10 minute walk from the Lascaux caves! The castle has more than 1300 m2 of living space, with 2 large living rooms, two dining rooms, two reception rooms of 130 and 150 m2, and 15 en-suite bedrooms, including 4 duplexes under the roof... gym, sauna, jaccuzzi, games room etc... The gentleman's residence of approximately 1000 m2 , has 27 en suite bedrooms, 8 of which are equipped with a kitchen, including 2 PMR rooms and two staff rooms. A caretaker's flat (T3) completes the property. Beautiful 14x7 swimming pool area, with its fully equipped pool-house. The place is magical, with extraordinary views, a beautiful park of about 2 ha, an adjoining wood for walking of about 3 ha, then 3 ha of meadow... This site offers many possibilities !

Montignac – Located just 800 meters from the famous Lascaux site, this 19th-century château offers over 2,340 m² of living space set within a 9-hectare estate. The main château (1,315 m²) and its annexes (1,025 m²) house a hotel complex with 42 rooms: 15 in the château and 27 in the annexes. Several large reception rooms are ideal for weddings, seminars, or private events. A professional kitchen, a spa with a sauna, and a swimming pool complete this unique property. Parking for 60 vehicles is available. Situated only minutes from the center of Montignac, in the heart of the Périgord Noir, this estate offers an exceptional setting with strong tourism and event potential.

Ref.3487 : Beautiful french castle for sale in Dordogne. This property enjoys a geographical location of quality, just a few minutes from major tourist sites. The small town nearby offers all services. The chateau is installed at the top of a small promontory, in a wooded and hilly environment. Raised on full basement, the chateau is about 1300 sqm (basement, ground floor, 1st floor, 2nd floor and attic). The ground floor comprises: entrance, two living rooms, a large reception room, a kitchen. On the first floor: 8 bedrooms with bathroom and toilet. On the second floor: 7 bedrooms with bathroom and toilet. On the garden level: a large reception room, jacuzzi, sauna, gym and various technical rooms. A large outbuilding of approximately 1000 sqm houses eleven bedrooms with bathroom and eight small two-room apartments. Pool with pool house. Parc of approximately 22 acres (9ha) of woods and meadows. The business assets of the property with the activity, furniture, website are priced at € 350,000. Cabinet LE NAIL – Dordogne - Périgord - Lot-et-Garonne : M. Bruno GUÉRIN : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 CPI 2402 2023 000 000 001 - CCI de la Dordogne We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

A stone's throw from the prehistoric sites of Périgord Noir, this 19th century chateau and its outbuildings have been renovated and furnished in 2015 to be used for receptions, seminars and weddings. The chateau is in the heart of a park of 22.7 acres including 7.4 acres of wood overlooking the Vézère. Heated swimming pool. This chateau hotel composed of 42 bedrooms, 8 apartments and a caretaker's apartment, offers a total of 120 beds. Professional kitchen. 2 large reception rooms / dining rooms of 1,400 and 1,650 sq. ft. 3 furnished and equipped living rooms. Sauna, spa, gym. Elevator. Possibility of extension. Licensed restaurant. Commercial exploitation in activity. Value of the business goodwill included in the price. Sold with the furniture. Close to all tourist spots : 25 km from Sarlat, 40 km from Brive. 40 km from Brive - Dordogne Valley airport and less than 200 km from Bordeaux airport. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

LOT - SAINT GERMAIN DU BEL AIR 11th and 18th century castle in exceptional condition with high-end renovation. It comprises 15 main rooms including a majestic 61 m² living room, a large dining room, a superb library, a fitted kitchen, 10 bedrooms, and many other beautiful rooms. Residential house of approximately 180m² Rural house used as 2 gîtes of approximately 200m² Farm buildings of 1550 m². Land of approximately 150 hectares with large ponds and reservoirs. The landscape is hilly and there are no nuisances. Energy class: F Climate class: B Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €10,751 and €14,545 per year. Prices indexed as of 01/01/2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Magnificent Chateau with panoramic views, 7 luxurious newly renovated guest houses, tennis, indoor pool/spa and gym. All together 2800m2 of living space and 24 bedrooms. This exquisite Chateau located in the heart of the Perigord Noir, Dordogne, also known as art & history county, in a private and tranquil setting, detached from the ordinary constraints of time and space. This historic site dominates the famous Vezère valley; unquestionably one of the most outstanding castles in the region. To capture the splendor of this prestigious domain in a few lines is impossible. This meticulously renovated Chateau set in 63ha perched on a hill with sensational views of the regional environment, set in a beautiful parkland scattered with trees (some over a hundred years old) and well tended flower beds. The calm setting is predisposed to real peace and quiet. Through many years of loving maintenance and extensive restoration, executed by professionals, the owners have given this castle a gracious harmony. The estate boasts a profoundly sophisticated elegance. A drone video is available. Prior to visit proof of funds required.