castle with terrace for sale Nontron, France

Prestigious château in the heart of the Périgord Vert, set in a preserved natural environment. Built over three levels of 200 m² each, it offers around 600 m² of living space and retains many original features that reflect its history: a cast-iron piano dating from 1851, herringbone parquet flooring, and cement tiles. The property also includes several outbuildings and a caretaker’s house of around 160 m², providing a total of 13 bedrooms. Outside, a wooded park of nearly 10 hectares with century-old trees features a swimming pool and offers a peaceful, verdant setting. The château’s accessibility is a rare asset, with Paris reachable in just 2h15 door to door

A spectacular gated entrance (typical of noble rural estates) opens onto an impressive courtyard, immediately setting the tone for this historic estate. The courtyard leads to the principal residence, whose elegant façade and twin towers evoke the grandeur of a château, while the rear elevation enjoys the refined character of a manor house overlooking beautiful parkland. The main residence offers spacious and characterful accommodation. On the ground floor, a welcoming entrance hall leads to a salon with open fireplace, a dining room with parquet flooring, two further salons and a kitchen featuring marble worktops. Also on this level are two bedrooms, a WC, and an additional room with the potential to be converted into a bathroom. A magnificent stone staircase, one of the property's standout features, leads to the first floor, where four generous bedrooms, two bathrooms and a separate WC provide ample family or guest accommodation. A second house of 88m2 offers independent living space and comprises a charming lounge with pellet burner and traditional floor tiles, together with a kitchen, bathroom and WC. Upstairs are two further bedrooms. The estate is further enhanced by two barns, former pig sties and an additional small outbuilding arranged over two levels, providing extensive storage, workshop or development potential (subject to the necessary permissions). The majority of the land is adjoining the property, with a pleasant walk leading to a small lake (non-compliant). While immediately habitable, the property requires a programme of renovation and modernisation throughout, including works to windows, insulation, heating, electrics and drainage. Located in the beautiful Haute-Vienne countryside, less than 2 km from a charming village, this much-loved estate is ready to begin its next chapter.

Just outside the charming town of Brantôme, known as the “Venice of Périgord,” this 17th-century château built in 1663 and fully renovated in 2024 blends historic grandeur with refined modern comforts. Surrounded by serene, unspoiled nature with no overlooking neighbors, this exceptional estate spans 530 sqm and offers 13 elegant bedrooms with reversible air conditioning for year-round comfort. Set on over 9 hectares of beautifully landscaped parkland, the property includes a sun-drenched swimming pool, a separate caretaker’s house, and spacious outbuildings. The meticulous renovation highlights authentic architectural features, noble materials, and high-end finishes throughout. Every stone and volume tells the story of a rich heritage, gracefully revived. Ideal for those seeking peace, heritage, and luxury, the château is secluded yet close to everyday amenities. It is sold unoccupied and ready to host a unique lifestyle or investment project. Brantôme is a historic town renowned for its thousand-year-old abbey, quaint streets, and lively markets. It offers all modern conveniences, including shops, restaurants, schools, fast access to the A89 motorway, a train station, and proximity to Limoges airport. Ref : AS8-257 - Perigord Sotheby's International Realty, 05.53.35.97.60

Nestled in the heart of the Périgord Vert, within the Périgord-Limousin Regional Nature Park, this exceptional château offers a rare blend of historic grandeur and modern luxury. A true haven of peace surrounded by centuries-old trees, the property is situated close to hiking trails, fishing spots and La Prèze golf course. Although set in absolute tranquillity, it remains very accessible, just one hour from Limoges Airport and two hours from Bordeaux Airport. Built in 1663 and fully renovated in 2022, the building combines the charm of cut stone with excellent energy efficiency. It offers over 580 m² of high-end living space spread across 25 rooms. The property includes, in particular, nine bedrooms, a study in the tower, a library and a kitchen featuring its original cast-iron stove. A spiral staircase leads to all levels, from the spacious cellars to the mansard-roofed attic on the third floor. The estate covers over nine hectares of meticulously maintained parks, meadows and gardens — with the option to acquire up to 40 additional hectares — featuring stone terraces and a secure swimming pool. The meticulous restoration has preserved the architectural heritage whilst embracing an eclectic interior design, blending period details with a contemporary pop style. The outbuildings offer exceptional potential for equestrian projects, events or vehicle collections. They include an unrenovated barn measuring 1,000 m² spread over three levels and two detached guest houses with private gardens. Currently operating as a charming retreat that is highly rated for its five luxury suites, this turnkey property offers a level of versatility rarely found for a serious investor.

This enchanting fairytale château boasts an idyllic location on a promontory in the heart of a charming village, offering diverse amenities such as boutique shops, a grocery store, a doctor's, inviting restaurants and cafés, football pitch, tennis and basketball courts, and even a resident tattoo artist for those seeking a touch of adventure. Just a short drive from the dreamy town of Brantôme, the property is perfectly situated, only an hour from the airports of Bergerac and Limoges, with high-speed TGV access at Angoulême, half an hour from historic Périgueux, and under two hours from vibrant Bordeaux. The château commands captivating views of medieval rooftops on one side, and serene panoramic countryside vistas and breathtaking views of the river and valley on the other. Set on a picturesque pedestrian street, it stands proudly between an 11th-century château and a Roman-era church. During the tourist season, the village buzzes with activity, and the château’s grand 17th-century wrought iron gates observe the multitude of visitors passing by. This historic property, dating back to the 15th century and expanded through the 16th and 17th centuries, boasts a rich history shaped by conflicts, nobility and periods of affluence, with a defensive tower that bears witness to the European religious wars. Its thoughtful renovations offer fifteen distinctive bedrooms and seven outstanding reception rooms, including separate exceptional accommodation for family and friends. Whether one wishes to host elegant soirées, offer luxurious stays in the independent guest accommodation, or simply bask in the tranquillity of the Dordogne landscape, this remarkable property is ready to be shaped to suit any dream. Previously operating as four-star accommodation with continual five-star reviews, this château’s enduring charm and versatile spaces offer the perfect foundation for a variety of uses, whether as a refined private residence, a boutique hospitality venture, or a prestigious venture for gatherings and celebrations. Its unique blend of historical grandeur and contemporary comfort invites new owners to build upon its legacy, ensuring that its story continues to captivate friends and family alike in this picturesque setting.

An exceptional historic French castle located at 30 minutes from Brantôme, in the heart of the Périgord Vert region of Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Widely regarded as one of the most authentic restored castles in Southwest France, the property combines medieval fortifications, Renaissance architecture and modern comfort in a remarkably preserved setting. Originally built as a fortified stronghold and subsequently transformed into an elegant Renaissance residence, the château retains numerous heritage features, including medieval towers, a historic guard room, the former drawbridge entrance, monumental heraldic fireplaces and documented connections to Anne of Brittany and King Louis XII. Constructed from the region’s distinctive pale limestone, the château is renowned for its striking appearance and architectural significance. Fully restored between 1994 and 2020, the estate offers approximately 778 square metres of living accommodation, complemented by a separate 130-square-metre orangery. The grounds include a heated swimming pool, private walled gardens, outbuildings, an artesian well, deep-water boreholes and discreetly integrated modern systems that ensure contemporary comfort while preserving the historical integrity of the property. Set within one of France’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations, celebrated for its heritage, gastronomy and natural beauty, the château represents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully restored historic castle in Dordogne. Combining royal heritage, architectural authenticity, privacy and modern amenities, the estate is ideally suited as a prestigious private residence, a family estate or a long-term heritage investment in France.

Ref. 4718: castle with guest house for sale 40km from Limoges (Haute-Vienne department). The property is situated close to Châlus, a small Limousin town renowned as the place where Richard the Lionheart met his end. It lies in the département of Haute-Vienne, 40 km south-west of Limoges, its Limoges-Bénédictins railway station (Paris–Toulouse line), and an international airport, Limoges-Bellegarde, which offers regular flights to Lyon, Marseille, London, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester and the Midlands. The area, which forms part of the Périgord–Limousin Regional Natural Park, is known as the Pays des Feuillardiers, after the craftsmen who traditionally produced chestnut-wood hoops (feuillards) used for barrel-making. It is a lively region whose economic activity is centred on forestry, agriculture and tourism. Its gently undulating landscapes, cloaked in deep forests and interlaced with numerous streams, are especially appreciated by walkers, sports enthusiasts, river anglers and lovers of history. Both local residents and those who have settled here from elsewhere — including a vibrant British community — enjoy an excellent quality of life. The château presents itself as the harmonious composition of three buildings from different periods. On the ground floor, approached through the small North door, one finds to the right the hall, an antechamber, the kitchen, and a passageway leading to the utility–boiler room and WC, the television room, and the music room. This is where the arched doorway giving access to the terrace and park is located. From the music room, a few steps lead to the reception rooms — the drawing rooms and dining room — two remarkable spaces distinguished by their magnificent decorative features. In addition, both the drawing room and the music room are equipped with wood-burning stoves. Returning to the half-landing overlooking the entrance hall, one reaches the upper floors via the majestic oak staircase. On the first floor, arranged over two half-levels, there is a study–library and five bedrooms, three of which have their own bathroom and WC, while the remaining two share a bathroom. On the second floor, reached via a winding staircase, there are two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and WCs, together with an attic. Ouitbuildings : Separated from the château by a lime-tree avenue and a long natural hedge, an extensive Limousin-style barn contains a self-contained two-storey dwelling, suitable for use as a guest cottage or caretaker’s house. It comprises a sitting room, a kitchen–dining room, four bedrooms, and two shower rooms with WCs. In addition to the cottage, this impressive 60-metre barn offers, on the lower level: a wood store, a garage, a stable with four loose boxes, and various workshops. The upper level consists of large open spaces, inviting the future owners to give free rein to their imagination. A small separate pavilion, situated at the western corner of the barn, was originally a laundry. It has been fully restored and converted into a charming artist’s studio. Lastly, adjoining the sixteenth-century wing, a vast pergola set on a large south-facing tiled terrace provides an additional living area complementing the château. Access to the property is through an imposing gateway set into the wall that encloses part of its perimeter. The château, positioned on a small promontory, overlooks a vast English-style park that slopes gently down towards a stream meandering through the estate’s woodland. A delightful “English river” (a man-made water feature) fed by a natural spring, together with a generously sized swimming pool, further enhances the grounds. Set slightly apart, a tree-lined meadow would be well suited to accommodating horses. The estate extends to almost eight and a half hectares in total. Cabinet LE NAIL – Berry - Limousin - Mr Christian MAUVE : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Christian MAUVE, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 437 693 534. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.