Castles for sale Villamblard, France

18th century Charterhouse and guest house, set in parkland overlooking a pond Dordogne: between Bordeaux and Périgueux. Close to a small village, shops on foot. An entrance gate (pretty stone and wrought iron piers) provides private access to the property. Car park. The main dwelling dominates its bucolic parklands of approx. 6.5 ha, wooded, pond fed by a spring. 2 wells. Chateau in the Carthusian style from the first half of the 18th century, very light and pleasant to live in. Recently the subject of major works. Carried out with the greatest respect for prestigious buildings that are part of our heritage. Only the decoration remains. All the buildings, stone walls and period gates form an enclosed courtyard. Ground floor Entrance hall: cloakroom, very pretty spiral stone staircase. Large dining room with fireplace and contemporary fitted kitchen. Utility room, storeroom. WC. Boiler room. Covered terrace. Double reception room, 2 Louis XIV style fireplaces, facing each other. 1 master bedroom, shower room. WC. Anteroom. West pavilion floor Wooden staircase, landing. 1 bedroom. Dressing room. Bathroom/shower. Separate WC. East pavilion floor Stone staircase, landing overlooking the entrance. 1 bedroom. Shower room, WC. Separate WC. 1 bedroom, shower room. Wooden staircase, 2nd floor of the pavilion: Landing, 1 bedroom. Wooden double glazing. In the East Tower (arched door and dormer window) Possibility of creating an independent flat on 2 levels. Garage. Very charming, detached guest house set in its own enclosed garden, offering around 195m2 of living space. Entrance. WC. Large fitted kitchen, storeroom. WC. Opening onto terrace. Living room with fireplace and dining room. 1 bedroom. En-suite bathroom. 2 bedrooms with access to 1 bathroom. Single glazed windows. Attic space. Electric heating. Barn 330m2

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In the land of Cyrano de Bergerac, come and discover this multifaceted property! This remarkable estate of 32 hectares in one piece, half deciduous woods, half meadows, is bordered by a river. There you will also find a perennial spring, a cluzeau (underground refuge) and a cave. In the center of the property, at the end of a private road, an authentic castle whose origins date back to the 12th century and numerous outbuildings. What we think: This property is characterized by a setting of pure nature, peaceful and rare. Work is to be planned, but the potential is immense: welcoming several families or multi-generational families, tourist accommodation activity, prestigious events, real agricultural income, etc.

Stunning château with 17th and 19th origins last restored in the 1990's, this beautifully decorated and maintained chateau is full of elegance and character and has many authentic original features. The property enjoys dominating bucolic views over the beautiful surrounding countryside and is set in a park with magnificent ancient trees, box hedge gardens, flowering borders and a box hedge labyrinth. The chateau offers a total of 1400m² living space including 10 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 2 dining rooms, 2 reception rooms, library, 2 offices, 2 kitchens, and a butler's room. Charming 'Cour d'Honneur' (inner courtyard) with outbuildings including stables, tack room and workshop with a salt swimming pool in the centre. 2 bedroom guardian's cottage and 3 bedroom guest cottage with garage. Grounds of 26 hectares of parkland, gardens and orchards, and 3 wells. The property now sits unfurnished. There is also potential to create more living space in the main chateau and to convert the outbuildings. Conveniently located 20 minutes from Bergerac airport.

This superb Chateau Wing with a garden and garage is now available for sale. It is located near Bergerac, in the south west of France, in a lively village surrounded by vineyards. The chateau wing is beautifully restored and offers two bedrooms, underfloor heating, and a charming living area with tall French windows, exposed beams, and working fireplaces. Upstairs, you will find a spacious mezzanine area, two bedrooms, a bathroom, toilet, and a laundry room. The property also includes a cellar with a vaulted ceiling, a garage, and a south-facing private garden. The town of Bergerac, situated on the banks of the Dordogne river, is nearby and offers a wide range of gastronomic restaurants, bars, and boutiques. There is also an excellent bilingual school within approximately 20 minutes of the property. Traditional French schools are easily accessible within a 15-minute drive. Transportation options include a TGV (high-speed train) station in Libourne, which provides a two-hour connection to Paris, and Bergerac airport, which serves several UK airports and is only 20 minutes away. The larger international airport in Bordeaux can be reached within 1 hour and 30 minutes. If you enjoy outdoor activities, the Atlantic coastal attractions of Arcachon and Dune de Pyla are within a two-hour drive, and the ski resorts of the Pyrenees are approximately four hours away. The Mediterranean beach resorts of Narbonne and northern Spain can be reached within a six-hour drive. For more information about this property, including viewing arrangements and availability, please let me know.

A sumptuous C17th chateau & vineyard for sale in Bergerac, with breathtaking views. Featuring a hobby vineyard, gites and pool complex on a 32 hectare estate. Represented by Maxwell Baynes, Christie's International Real Estate - a luxury real estate agency in France: This remarkable property has been finished to an exceptional standard. Evocative features include silk-lined walls and hand-painted murals and friezes. This 32 hectare estate has wonderful landscaped gardens, an olive grove and panoramic views of its vineyards. The principal Chateau has three bedrooms on the first floor, all with attractive ensuite bathrooms. The ground floor is tiled throughout and comprises a salon, dining room, kitchen and library. Three gites are attached to the rear of the property, all finished to a similar standard to the Chateau. Two have one bedroom each, and the largest has two bedrooms with a galleried landing. These all have views over the pool complex, garden and fountain. The heated pool (11m x 5 m) has an automated security cover, and is set alongside a changing room with summer bar and a massage room with entertainment area. A spacious tasting room would make an ideal reception area for events, with plenty of space to entertain guests or clients. The Vineyard The vineyard buildings include a large hangar (192m2), a vinification chai and a barrel-storage hall. 7.7 hectares of the estate are under vine, currently managed by the local co-operative, wine is made off-site - but can be bottled and labelled in the Chateau itself. This represents a hassle-free way of vineyard management, with the advantage of having your own label! Set in the highly regarded appellation of Montravel in Bergerac, the region is noted for its reds, rosés and dry whites. Also included on the estate is a two-bedroom caretaker’s apartment, and a detached house on the edge of the plot which requires renovation. With refurbishments having taken around 9 years, no expense has been spared in bringing this wondrous property a new lease of life. The stunning décor alone took two years of working full-time with a distinguished local artist. Location: Set in small hamlet, this property is around 10 minutes from a market town. Bergerac airport (with connections throughout Europe) is around 30 minutes away, and the international airport of Bordeaux is around 1 hour 20 minutes away. The price includes farm equipment, and the contents of the chateau are available by separate negotiation. Full details can be provided on proof of funds and a signed confidentiality agreement. Maxwell-Baynes - Christie’s International Real Estate: leading luxury real estate agent for South-West France

This spacious property presents an excellent opportunity for an elegant home or hospitality project in one of France’s most popular regions. Built in around 1750, the chateau has been well maintained and improved by its owners and is set in a tranquil location around local vineyards. The estate is comprised of: Principal Chateau: With 550m2 of living space and six bedrooms, the chateau also boasts a homely living room, kitchen, separate dining room, office and sunny snug lounge. On the second floor there are six bedrooms, four bathrooms and a laundry room. The roof has been recently renewed and insulated. Detached Cottage: This former ‘Pigeonnier’ has four bedrooms, kitchen and lounge with mezzanine level. It has its own private terrace - so is ideal for guests or family. Caretaker’s apartment: Attached to the end of the chateau, this apartment, which requires updating, has a lounge/kitchen and one bedroom. Ideal for guardian’s accommodation. Heating is provided by open fireplaces, wood burners and gas-fired central heating. Grounds: The estate extends to 5 (12 acres) hectares, set mostly to lawn. A long tree-lined drive offers an excellent arrival experience, leading to the Chateau’s cast-iron entrance gate. The swimming pool is tucked away to the rear of the property and has a recent heat exchanger. A entrancing summer kitchen with Japanese garden is a lovely spot for summer dining, with covered veranda offering welcome shade. In addition there is a three car garage, and converted shelter for a tractor and other gardening equipment. The Chateau is within walking distance of one of the area’s most renowned vineyards, where you can taste and buy superb Red, White and Rosé wines.

Magnificent 17th/18th century chateau renovated surrounded in a 26ha park in a protected green zone. This chateau has been restored. The park is composed of many species, with bicentennial trees, old bridle paths, 2 terraces, infrastructures for watering and lighting, a vegetable garden, a herb garden, an orangery, an orchard, horse shelters, 3 wells and cisterns. The L-shaped dwelling with 2 round towers has been renovated, enhancing the woodwork, fireplaces, parquet floors, luminosity and ceiling heights. It currently offers 1,400 sqm on 2 levels with 25 rooms including 10 bedrooms. Ground floor: entrance gallery, living room, dining room, 2 offices, library, television room, 3 bedrooms, small kitchen, large kitchen with laundry room, laundry room 1st floor: 7 bedrooms, chapel, attics. Vaulted basement: cellar and oil-fired boiler room. The residence has renovated outbuildings around an inner courtyard including a swimming pool and 3 access porches; they include the caretaker's cottage (4 rooms including 2 bedrooms), 2 former barns, garages, a games room, the stables, the saddlery, the workshop/garage, the former stoves, the pool house and the 19th century clock in use. Plus an independent house of 180 m² with 2 bedrooms to finish renovating. This beautiful château in its authentic setting should please a lover of architecture, gardens, beautiful volumes Serious references required. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

This handsome château presents a manageable living area surrounded by private grounds and woodland. A beautiful entrance leads to a large living room, as well as the dining room, the kitchen and a small home office. On the other side of the ground floor, you will find a bedroom with bathroom and a separate room. Two staircases (including a beautiful stone staircase) serve the upstairs level, where a large landing offers access to 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. An attic floor with a terrace offers the potential for further development, and there is also a vaulted stone cellar. The property used to be operated as a farm with large outbuildings occupied by livestock and equipment. Today, this space presents yet more potential for new projects. Part of the outbuildings formerly used to house the grape pickers (120 sq.m in total) could become a summer house or guest house. Bordered by a river, the grounds are equipped with a swimming pool and large trees: ideal for enjoying the region's summer climate. This family property also contains an independent house in the local Périgord style. of which 5.26 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.

A delightful chateau dating back from the 13th C flanked by its two towers, away from any neighbors in a beautiful private setting with large amount of pasture and paddocks for horses. A truly fine example of the ideal place to enjoy countryside with your beloved animals all around the chateau. The grand but manageable chateau has spacious reception rooms on ground floor plus three large suites and on the first-floor level on the West wing another 2-bedroom en-suite. Two further cozy bedrooms sharing one shower room on the first floor. Every level has a wealth of original elements reminding you being in a lovely, classy period property. The extensive outbuildings with 10+2 horse boxes, storage, and shelters, plus all the options one would need for it are there to make this one the perfect residence for owners and animals. The cherry on the cake is the 3 bedroom caretakers cottage. This romantic refuge with over 29ha of land is at only 15 minutes’ drive from Bergerac with all its shops and services as well as the international airport.

Set in a private and tranquil setting this lovely chateau offering 530m2 of habitable space, dominates the landscape. Pananoramic views are available from all windows but are especially dramatic from the travertine-paved terrace overlooking the undulating country side. Situated around 35 minutes from Bergerac airport and not far from local amenities this property would suit anyone wishing to operate a touristic activity such as B&B, weddings, conventions or perhaps a spa or yoga retreat, cooking or art school. Currently configured as 5 apartments sleeping 26 people with a separate owner’s apartment, the possibilities are many and varied. There are 2 massive reception rooms with access directly to the terrace and a vast dining room with a huge fireplace and exposed beams, ideal for dinner parties or themed evenings. The massive terrace and pool would be perfect places to hold cocktail parties or celebrations especially at sunset. You will see by the floorplan, included with the photos, the current configuration of the property but this could easily be adapted for use by a large or extended family giving everyone individual living space. The chateau overlooks its 3.11 hectares (approx. 7.7 acres) of land and there are no close neighbours or overlooking. There is a well on the property not currently in use, There is a 13 x 6m, solar-heated pool, with a new liner surrounded by travertine paving ideal for kicking back and relaxing or hosting a fab soiree for friends, family and guests. Taxe fonciere is approximately 1430 euros, the property is heated by a wood burner and pellet stove and electric heaters. The chateau is partly double-glazed and on fosse septic. The property is for a reluctant sale due to serious health problems of both owners. Visits are available 7 days per week at [email protected] Les honoraires d'agence sont à la charge de l'acquéreur, soit 5,26% TTC du prix du bien. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. Contactez Sandra BROUHARD Entrepreneur Individuel, Agent commercial OptimHome (RSAC N°532 428 232 Greffe de BERGERAC) 06 45 57 15 49 https://www.optimhome.com/conseillers/brouhard (réf. 554854 )

This is a superb opportunity for those looking to enter the lucrative wedding and events market in South-West France or who are wanting to buy a prestigious domaine to share with family and friends. There is no work required and the décor is simply stunning throughout. Welcome to this stunning chateau plus three beautifully renovated and converted barns and a pigeonnier set in with panoramic views of stunning countryside and offering with 5.4Ha (13.34 acres) of fenced land suitable for horses or alpacas. This is your opportunity to acquire a unique property comprising the main 7-bedroom chateau, 3 x 2-bedroom converted barns and a 1-bedroom pigeonnier. In total, there are 15 bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, various outbuildings, 3 pools, and multiple terraces making it the perfect wedding or events venue or for an extended family to live together whilst enjoying their own private spaces. This property has a rich history and charm that is immediately apparent upon arrival along by one of two gated driveways. The domaine is nestled within its own private grounds with mature trees and gardens that offer a serene and peaceful ambiance. There is zero nuisance and no close neighbours. A haven of peace and tranquility describes this magical setting. The main residence is an elegant and spacious chateau with a laid back feel that makes all guests feel welcome on arrival. The multiple living areas provides plenty of room for entertaining and separate activities happening simultaneously. Whilst the chateau is situated in a quiet and peaceful location, with easy access to local villages and transport routes including Bergerac airport, and railway station. This part of France boasts numerous market towns and villages which are vibrant all year round. If you are interested in by this property or would like to schedule a visit, email me [email protected] and I would be please to provide more detail about this beautiful chateau and its wonderful setting and the opportunities it offers to any new owner. Les honoraires d'agence sont à la charge de l'acquéreur, soit 4,71% TTC du prix du bien. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. Contact your local agent, Sandra BROUHARD, LEMBRAS, Optimhome Associate Estate Agent at 06 45 57 15 49 – More information on https://www.optimhome.com/conseillers/brouhard (ref 548993)

18th century Charterhouse with pool, tennis court, 9 holes golf course on 12 hectares Just 15 minutes from Bergerac, close to a medieval town, beautiful main building in the heart of its 12 hectares consisting of a mansion with its several reception rooms and 3 bedrooms, a gite with its 5 bedrooms, a caretaker’s house with 2 bedrooms, a large garage, a courtyard for 3 cars. Many other outbuildings can be converted and offer additional living space m². All on 12 hectares of land with pool, tennis court and 9 holes golf course, main courtyard, pleasure park with century old trees, vegetable garden, meadows, spring, river, pond… Exceptional opportunity Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

This historic property located in the Lot-et-Garonne region of France is an exceptional opportunity to own a true piece of French history. With a rich history dating back to Roman times and built on the remains of a 13th century fortress, this 1770 mansion was designed by the famous architect Victor Louis, who also designed the Bordeaux Opera House. It is a listed historic monument. Currently, the property is used as a boutique and luxury bed and breakfast, but it is also suitable for hosting weddings, concerts and exhibitions.It has a fully equipped kitchen with large windows, several spacious reception rooms with high ceilings, 7 bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, and an attic which can be converted into additional bedrooms. Situated in the bastide itself, this property offers all amenities within easy reach. The bustling town of Bergerac in the Dordogne, with its international airport, is 20 minutes away, while the metropolis of Bordeaux is less than 2 hours away. This property is therefore a unique opportunity to own a true piece of French history in an ideal location to enjoy the beauty and culture of the region. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques www.georisques.gouv.fr

In the region of Perigueux, a fortified castle whose north facade, the oldest, is bounded by two square towers with gunboats from the end of the Middle Ages. The chateau also has a breteche located above a drawbridge with an arrow, embellished with a coat of arms. The southern façade is decorated with Renaissance-inspired ornaments and opens onto a balustraded terrace supported by a 19th century arcaded gallery. The whole surrounded by two contemporary towers, such as machicolations and battlements. This imposing chateau has been restored and renovated over 15 years by its current owners, with no, really no compromise in terms of the quality of the authentic materials and contemporary techniques. The best craftsmen, national and international, are invested in giving the best possible result. The castle has been restored to perfect condition, like new, while restoring its soul and its original, royal decoration. The 994 m2 of living space are spread over a garden level, a ground floor, and three floors. An elevator facilitates traffic between floors…. On the different levels we find: Garden level: The old entrance door to the drawbridge gives access to a freestone hall and two spiral staircases in freestone (width of 2 m and 1 m), a vault with Gothic ribbed arches, a former guard room with freestone columns, a bedroom, a guard room, a fitness room, a cellar, a laundry room, the wine cellar, the technical room, the lobby with lift. Ground floor: A large hall with the grand staircase, the imposing living room, two study rooms, a library, a large dining room, a kitchen, a large terrace. The freestone walls, the ceilings with exposed beams with painted panels, the Burgundy stone floor with red-brown marble cabochons. The imposing living room with its 5m high ceiling, painted with leaf engravings, a monumental hard stone fireplace with its coat of arms and motto, windows with stained glass, beautiful solid parquet. The beautiful library has its stucco ceiling painted with ornaments, moldings and painted in frescoes. A carved wooden fireplace. The large dining room with painted beams, old tiled floor and freestone walls. A monumental hard stone fireplace bearing the arms of Louis XII. Contemporary kitchen and design style. First floor: Accessible by lift and by the large stone staircase. The landing gives access by a small stone staircase to an office with library. A corridor serves the other rooms such as: The large bedroom with extension above the bridge and its bathroom and toilet; a fireplace in hard stone, the walls, with a thickness of more than one meter, in ashlar. Boudoir with cut stone and tapestry walls. With its bathroom with painted ceiling in the shape of an egg. A bedroom in the round tower with beamed ceiling, tapestry walls and solid parquet flooring. An office with its freestone walls, with a library. And don't forget the elevator…. 2nd and 3rd floors: Each floor is accessible by the two corbelled towers and each consists of two bedrooms. The underfloor heating and radiators (upstairs) are powered by a recent central Vaillant gas installation, and heat pumps. Double glazing throughout, interior and exterior shutters, security camera, etc. etc An orangery (130 m2 habitable) is independent of the chateau. A ground floor with living room with its marble fireplace, a kitchen and toilet. Two bedrooms with bathroom upstairs. A very beautiful park of 4100 m2 surrounds the chateau, completely enclosed by walls with two entrances with beautiful gates. Houses a large swimming pool of 6/12 m with its poolhouse and its covered terrace. Small, discreet outbuildings for the storage of wood and the installation of the swimming pool complete the whole. Another park of 8600 m2, opposite the chateau, completely enclosed by walls, houses a borehole. In addition to this exceptional geographical location, this property is strongly steeped in history and legends, its size is respectable without being gigantic, its interior and exterior sides both have a lot of character, the general state is immaculate, its finish is really top of the range (even in terms of castles) and its park has allure.

A 16th century castle, all of its furniture, its outbuildings on terraced grounds on an 18-hectare wooded hillside dominating the Isle Valley on the outskirts of Périgueux. This castle is in an area where wooded hills alternate with green valleys. Perched on a flat hilltop, it dominates a plain which stretches out in front of it, sloping down to the peaceful river Isle. 18 hectares of beautiful, predominantly wooded, natural surroundings border the property and extend over the heights providing an ideal setting for walks. Numerous trails will delight horse-riders, especially as their mounts can then rest in suitable stables, standing at the end of a bridle path. This castle was built in the 16th century on old wine storehouses and then raised a level in the 19th century so that staff could be accommodated on site. Now perfectly restored with great attention paid to its authenticity, flanked by its two impressive round towers, it exudes a proud bearing. By its sides, a house and a barn in need of restoration provide a surface area of approx. 300 m² to be developed. The buildings are bordered by a wide terrace, protected by stone baluster railings, which dominates a second terrace, taken up by a vegetable garden, and a secondary road leading to Périgueux, passing by on a lower level.

Magnificent, listed, 14th century château, in quiet setting, in Dordogne, between Brive and Périgueux. Current building comprises central residence with 2 round towers and a wing. Roughly 640 sqm living space with remarkable architectural features. Outbuildings including a caretaker's house, barn, old stable, pool and pool-house. Set in more than 12-hectare grounds with well-established garden, pond and woodland. Listed property eligible for tax relief. Historic building in exceptional setting. Energy class: NA/NA.

An authentic 17th-century hilltop chateau standing majestically in the middle of its grounds, waiting to be rescued, near Périgueux in France’s Dordogne area. The chateau was built at the top of a hill where two valleys meet. It enjoys a commanding position, looking out over the pastures around it. An asphalted country lane leads up to it and carries on as a walking trail through the woods. An asymmetrical four-sided wall encloses the chateau and follows the natural slope on which it lies, bringing together a mix of tile and roof styles. The chateau is made up of two main sections that join each other at a right angle. Machicolations can still be seen on them. Each of these sections is flanked with a square tower instead of a gable end and crowned with roof slopes of flat tiles. Facing the main dwelling is a pedestrian door next to a carriage arch door that stands beneath a keystone marked with the year 1742. This pair of entrances is flanked with a barn, a pig shed and an open-sided shelter. A wall, a storeroom, two bakehouses and a former kitchen complete the complex.

EXCLUSIVE - DORDOGNE - EXCEPTIONAL 16TH CENTURY FORTRESS IN RISK - IMH - 5 HECTARES - PERIGORD VERT - DORDOGNE - NOUVELLE-ACQUITAINE. In a magnificent countryside of the Périgord Vert, this exceptional castle built in the second half of the 16th century on medieval foundations presents an extraordinary architecture combining pleasure and defense during the wars of the League. Established as a marquisate in 1653, it is a place of prime importance. Square in plan flanked by four impressive round towers, this powerful fortress has particularly beautiful access via a large entrance gate with a high four-sided roof. The roof of the entrance gatehouse is being redone (prior to the sale and at the expense of the current owner). In the interior courtyard, the main building stands facing the entrance, adorned with mullioned windows and dormer windows. The entrance door is richly carved with Corinthian capitals, and a remarkable door top with scrolls and mascarons. The right wing, to the north, presents a superb gallery of three arcades, then in the double thickness of this wing gigantic vaulted medieval kitchens with an extraordinary 16th century fireback bearing numerous inscriptions. This wing was cleared following a fire and is empty of any fittings. The left wing, to the south, presents a series of beautiful and large rooms, some redecorated in the 18th and 19th centuries. Certain ceilings with molded beams and joists are particularly remarkable. A large esplanade outside the castle facing south opens onto the ground floor. The wing of the main building has a very beautiful and wide straight staircase with ramp on ramp with remarkable, particularly careful stone vaults. The interior volumes recall the large original rooms which disappeared during a fire. A superb wall fountain in an arcade, with consoles, including one decorated with gadroon, and a stone basin. Certain 18th century door frames including a French window on the ground floor with its Spanish window. The entrance wing of the chatelet has arcades on the ground floor, inside numerous beautiful and large rooms, a stone spiral staircase. The towers and the gatehouse are all decorated with machicolations and battlements of superb quality. The towers feature superb fireplaces on each floor. Only one of the towers has a roof (new frame under sheet metal). In all, many original elements are present: stone spiral staircases, 16th-17th or 18th century stone fireplaces, firebacks, ceilings with molded beams and joists, wide nailed slat floors, exterior frames, interior frames . This architecture is marked by superb volumes, very bright, with very large openings, most of the rooms are double-facing. The defensive architecture is also marked by numerous particularly beautiful cannons, typical of the second half of the 16th century and the wars of the League. 5 free hectares and a block of meadows and woods. A barn of approximately 300m2 on the ground. Property listed as a historic monument in its entirety, including the barn and the land. Situation : - 6km from the first shops and services, train station, Périgueux 22 minutes by train. 45 minutes from Limoges. - 30km from Périgueux, all shops and services - 4h50 from Paris. - 2 hours from Bordeaux, 1h22 by train. Price: 793,280 Euros fees included (fees payable by the seller). Historical note: Built for the Rastignac family in the 16th century, this castle has similarities with other large fortresses of this period in Dordogne and with the work of the architect Nicolas Rambourg (1559-1649) who worked in particular in Hautefort, it It should be noted that the Rastignac family was allied in particular to the Hautefort and Puyguilhem families; its defensive architecture is due to the wars of the League which were particularly eventful in this sector, the Protestants having notably taken the nearby Thiviers; and Louis de Rastignac commanded the nobility of Périgord for the king against the Protestants. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Ref. 4278 : Magnificient 15th & 18th c. listed castle, for sale, in Dordogne This magnificent chateau dates back to the 14th century and is located in the Dordogne, between Brive and Périgueux. Nestling on a hillside overlooking the River Auvézère, it enjoys a beautiful, peaceful setting. The property spans more than 29 acres of parklands and gardens, woods, a pond and numerous buildings (caretaker's cottage, barn, stables and henhouse ....). Originally, this area probably housed a fortified house, built to watch over and protect the ford crossings between the Limousin and Périgord regions. At the end of the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453), this fortification lost its raison d'être. In 1521, Pascal Dolce, a native of Béarn, set up a forge along the Auvézère, near the now obsolete fortifications. Under the management of his successor, Noël Souvelin, the forge prospered. Souvelin probably obtained the concession for the old, abandoned fortification and undertook extensive work to transform it into a residence. His daughter Marguerite married François Pasquet, a merchant from Excideuil, in 1539. The Pasquet family then took charge of the castle and forge for several generations. Jean Pasquet, their eldest son, served Kings Henry III and Henry IV as a knight. His imprint is visible throughout the castle and garden, whether through his motto ('Spes mea deus') or his representation as the 'Knight with the white feather'. In 1656, following a marriage, the castle and forge came under the ownership of the de Lubersac family. During the French Revolution, the château was abandoned and became national property. It wasn't until 1819 that Louis Combescot, ancestor of the current owner and master blacksmith at the Bord ponds, bought the forge and the château, both of which were in an advanced state of disrepair.He and his descendants set about clearing away the irreparable ruins resulting from decades of neglect.The family moved into the château, and the forge remained in operation for over a century, until the last iron was poured from the blast furnace in 1930. In its current structure, the château comprises a central main building, set between two round towers, and a wing set at right angles to this building. The large courtyard and the parkland that extends from it are bounded to the west by the buildings used as outbuildings. The west facade of the main building features mullioned windows on both floors and two dormer windows opening into the attic; these dormer windows are topped by pediments with solid tympanums. The angled south-facing building dates from the 17th and 18th centuries but was rebuilt on earlier foundations. Behind this wing, a square pavilion was added in the 19th century, blending in with the rest of the building. On the east facade, overlooking the river and the forge, the two towers of unequal diameter were probably originally linked by a curtain wall. As on the west facade, the main building between them features mullioned windows and dormer windows with ornate pediments. The architectural load of the junction between the north tower and the main building is supported by a horn, in the hollow of which is nestled a sculpture representing the tortured face of a figure wearing a draped headdress. The Renaissance gateway, which has been rebuilt in the grounds, symbolises the Italianate style of the late 16th century with its many sculptures. A cartouche in the centre of the entablature bears the castle's motto 'SPES MEA DEUS'. The château has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1979, and is closely linked to the forge, whose origins probably date back to the end of the Hundred Years' War. It was built between the 14th and 16th centuries and comprises a main building flanked by two cylindrical towers. On the façade of the main building, a beautiful Renaissance door framed by two columns supporting a triangular pediment opens onto a straight barrel-vaulted staircase. The current owners' dwelling is set at right-angles to the house and faces north/south over three floors. Built on an earthwork and cellar for the towers, the castle spans approx. 640 sqm of living space and comprises : For the east/west-facing wing: Ground floor with 4 m high ceilings: -An entrance hall and a vast lounge with exposed beams and monumental stone fireplace, parquet flooring. -A study in the tower giving access to the château's dungeons. An adobe corridor leading to a beautiful stone staircase and a toilet. Fully renovated kitchen. A dining room in the second tower, with large windows. First floor: -A corridor leading to a toilet and a shower room, -6 bedrooms, one with exposed beams and carved stars. Second floor: Convertible attic with a magnificent roof frame. For the north/south-facing wing: Ground floor: -Entrance hall, kitchen, sitting room. First floor: -Hallway communicating with the east wing and leading to a vestibule. 4 bedrooms. Study. Shower room. Second floor : convertible attic. The various outbuildings, such as the stable, the barn, the henhouse and the pigsty, form a courtyard that is divided up as follows: -A caretaker's cottage of approx. 150 sqm, built as an extension to the barn (185 sqm) and situated at the entrance to the property. It has an attractive roof frame and a slate roof. -An old pigsty and henhouse in need of some work. -A long building comprising two barns measuring 185 sqm and 300 sqm, currently used for storage, but which could be used for receptions such as weddings, exhibitions, etc. A study has been carried out for this purpose. -A swimming pool area with a pool house, kitchen and equipment room. The swimming pool, measuring 4x8m, was built in 2018 and equipped with a chlorine filtration system and automatic cover. The property is surrounded by more than 29.65 acres, as follows: -4.20 acres of parkland planted with a variety of trees, including magnolias, walnut and hornbeam. It is enclosed by walls and accessible via two entrances. -Outside the walls, the owners benefit from a pretty pond with a registered surface area of 3,880 sqm, fed by a spring. -To complete the surface area of the land and woods, they are located around the château, providing a comfortable private space. The château was listed as Historic Monument by decree on December, 28th 1979 : Façades and roofs of the château as well as the gate in the park and the forge complex (cadx AC 63, 65, 67) The chateau is listed on the Inventaire supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques : Interiors of the château itself: facades and roofs of the farmhouse and outbuildings (cadx AC 62, 63): listed by order of August, 29th 1984 This property is registred on the additionnal inventory of historic monuments (allowing fiscal tax cuts if you pay taxes in France). Cabinet LE NAIL – Dordogne - Périgord - Lot-et-Garonne : M. Bruno GUÉRIN : +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.