Castles for sale Rauzan, France

Just 35 km from Bordeaux, a stone's throw from Saint-Émilion, discover a rare gem in Saint Aubin de Branne: a magnificent castle nestled in an exceptional environment. With its perfectly balanced architecture, the castle offers breathtaking panoramic views of the valley, free from any visual disturbance. This 470 sqm real estate jewel, in perfect condition, combines old-world elegance with modern comfort. The sunlit living spaces are south-facing, providing a breathtaking view. A 5-hectare estate, comprising park, woods, washhouse, pond, truffle grove, and meadow, completes this exceptional property. The highlights of this residence include a pool with its dovecote and summer kitchen, an air-conditioned wine cellar, outbuildings, and a harmonious interior layout. The 6 bedrooms, including a master suite, and generous living spaces are spread over the three levels of the castle. On the outside, an orangery, a dovecote with a kitchen/barbecue and covered terrace, an annex attached to the barn, a Roman pool of 12x6 sqm, a well, an old washhouse, a pond, a small wood, and a fenced truffle grove complete this idyllic picture. The technical features of this property also meet the highest standards, with a roof inspected in 2021, refurbished wooden shutters, underfloor heating, a heating system with heat pump connected to the gas boiler, an individual sanitation system, an electric gate, and an alarm system. Immerse yourself in the history and luxury of this exceptional residence, combining old-world charm and contemporary comfort, in a preserved setting near Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion. A rare opportunity for those who appreciate well-being and elegance.

Stunning 5 bedroom château, heated pool, putting green and estuary access close to St Émilion - Situated just 15 minutes from the medieval town of Saint-Émilion on the banks of the Dordogne, this magnificent 265 m² château has been superbly restored. The residence comprises an open-plan ground floor lounge, bar, library, kitchen and large bedroom with en-suite bathroom. An impressive stone staircase leads to the first floor, where there are three bedrooms, two of which are en suite, with elegant wooden floors and a superb terrace offering panoramic views. The pool house, currently being renovated, comprises a living area with beautiful tiled floor, bedroom and shower room. The beautiful well-kept 6000 m² garden includes a heated swimming pool, pétanque court and putting green, and access to the river Dordogne adds to the appeal of this exceptional property.

This splendid chateau is located not far from the charming village of Monségur, with its many shops, bars and restaurants. The entrance to the property is via a stunning long tree-lined driveway, leading to a pretty paved interior courtyard.   The ground floor with its generous volumes and harmonious layout of the rooms consists of large bright living rooms, perfect for entertaining, as well as a friendly dining room with beautiful features, such as pretty woodwork and a period fireplace. Access to a pretty terrace with large columns allows you to enjoy the hot summer days. The spacious kitchen combines modernity and authenticity. The ground floor also includes an office, a bedroom with bathroom, a laundry room and two separate toilets. The first floor consists of five bedrooms, including a master suite with bathroom and a balcony offering lovely views of the wooded garden. A games room, a shower room and a separate toilet complete this ensemble. The top floor, more intimate, offers two additional bedrooms with a shower room and a toilet, offering multiple possibilities of layout, whether for personal use or to accommodate guests. The property also includes two gîtes to renovate, located at the ends of the interior courtyard, a winemaking cellar with a cellar and the wine-making equipment necessary for the exploitation of the vines. A large room with many annexes and a garage is ideal for organizing events such as weddings, seminars or even serving as a tasting room for the wine-making activity. The property also has a renovated caretaker's house. A stone building and a cabin could be transformed into additional gîtes (subject to the necessary authorizations), as well as a large hangar for storing equipment. With its two lakes, its many fruit trees, almond trees and truffle trees, as well as its developed irrigation system, this property has many assets.   The property is unique in the area and has great potential for someone wishing to develop a tourist accommodation business, or a wine and wine tourism business. Due to its services, this property is perfectly suited to many uses, such as a holiday home for family gatherings or as a property with great income possibilities (wine, trees, gîtes etc).  Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques www.georisques.gouv.fr

In the heart of the prestigious vineyards of Saint-Emilion, Beaugar Luxury Properties invites you to discover this sumptuous 19th-century château, wonderfully preserved and imbued with timeless nobility. From the entrance, a majestic 19 m² hall welcomes you, dominated by a sculptural staircase leading to two elegant lounges of 27 and 28 m², each exuding an atmosphere of the era. The 28 m² dining room, adorned with historic fireplaces, promises memorable dinners, while the 25 m² office and the equipped independent kitchen combine functionality with old-world charm. The period tiled floors, delicate mosaics, and refined woodwork complete this picture of rare elegance. On the first floor, five spacious bedrooms from 19 to 25 m² offer peaceful resting spaces, accompanied by a bathroom and two toilets. The staircase continues its ascent to a 65 m² attic, ready to be converted according to your wishes. Outside, a spacious 74 m² garage and five large stone rooms, convertible into living spaces, offer infinite potential. The landscaped park, a true haven of peace, invites relaxation in the shade of its foliage, and a buildable area adds an additional dimension to this exceptional property. This château, a silent witness to history and guardian of bygone elegance, is waiting for you to write its next chapter.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Superb Tudor-style castle, the result of a romantic love story, built at the end of the 19th century by a wealthy industrialist for his fiancée. This beautiful castle, located on a fabulous park of more than 6 hectares, already combined elegance, refinement and modernity from its construction. Currently hosting the activities of a guest house, event and seminar, this residence can also be a haven of peace to accommodate a family life. Located in the Dordogne, halfway between Saint Emilion and Périgueux, it extends over more than 600m2. From the vast entrance hall, you will be seduced by its elegant decoration, most of which is period, its refinement and its distribution. On the 1st level, very beautiful reception areas of more than 200m2: 1 very ''British'' living room, 1 dining room with its wonderful bow window, its billiard room and its authentic tapestries and its entrance hall with its majestic staircase. The 1st and second floors, developing more than 400m2, offer 9 suites and one bedroom, with careful decoration. A mezzanine, serves the superb professional kitchen but also the cellar, the linen room, the laundry room and the pantry. In a dominant position on its park of more than 60,000m2 with century-old trees, an 11 * 3m swimming pool with its pool house and an old orangery. The property is in very good condition, and its existing turnover can largely be developed. To top it all off, the owner holds a license IV, which is sold with the property. The fees are the responsibility of the seller. Le Diagnostic de Performance Énergétique(DPE) a été réalisé selon une méthode valable mais non fiable et non-opposable. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. ** ENGLISH SPEAKERS: please note that Capifrance has an international department that can help with translations. To see our range of 20,000 properties for sale in France, please visit our Capifrance website directly. We look forward to finding your dream home!

EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTY! Beautiful CHATEAU with panoramic views! Extra ordinary location! Near Saint-Emilion! - 35 km from BORDEAUX, about ten km from SAINT-EMILION and at the edge of a small village you will find this exceptional property, very rare to find! A magnificent castle with its perfectly balanced architecture in its harmonious environment with panoramic views over the valley. Nothing disfiguring, no constructions, no electricity pylons! No roads, no nuisance! The castle is in very good condition offering pleasant and modern comfort! All the living rooms and almost all the bedrooms are southfaced - very bright - and all have stunning views of the valley. A swimming pool with its dovecote and its summer kitchen, an air-conditioned wine cellar and the outbuildings, as well as its 5 hectare land in the nature of a park, woods, old was basin, pond, truffle field and meadow complete this beautiful property, which can meet the highest demands!

Near Saint Emilion, three elegant property of the fifteenth century built on a land full of history. This three elegant house (ISMH), located in the middle of a vineyard, agricultural and forestry area of 112hectares offers an area of almost 800 m2 developed on 3 levels with thirty rooms overlooking a terrace offering an unlimited view of the surroundings. With three corner towers, one of which houses a chapel; it also has superb outbuildings attached, including a caretaker’s house, for an additional surface of more than 1000 m2. Around the castle, there is a park of just over 5 hectares that hosts a swimming pool and its pool house, a tennis court, an orchard and a vegetable garden. A little further, in a beautiful monument of the second empire of about 800m2, registered with the ISMH, is a perfectly designed and equipped cuvier with a capacity of 2900 hectolitres. Above, a large reception room can accommodate more than 150 people for weddings with its catering and sanitary facilities. This unusual area, will offer after rehabilitation, an exceptional potential for family in love with old stones, or provide the development of a tourist and/ or wine. It covers a total area of about 112 hectares, practically one-piece, including meadows and about 45 hectares of wood. A pretty vineyard of 25 hectares in AOC CÔTES DE CASTILLON with an average age of 30 years produces an excellent wine of this sought-after appellation; it is currently managed by a neighbouring farmer. Located in the heart of a protected rural environment, this property enjoys an exceptional location near Saint-Émilion.

Located 10 minutes from Saint Emilion and 50 minutes from Bordeaux, this former abbey dating back to the 12th century is situated on a beautiful property of 11 hectares composed of vast meadows and groves at the edge of a small village. It includes several buildings as well as the remains of the old abbey church.Surrounded by a park planted with very beautiful trees, the main house presents an elegant stone façade with one floor on the west side, in neo-classical 18th-century chartreuse style. On the east side, in a very different style, there is an equally elegant façade composed of two superimposed arcade galleries, the lower part corresponding to the cloister of the 12th-century old abbey and the upper part being Renaissance-inspired. The facades and roof, as well as the ruins of the abbey church, are listed in the inventory of historical monuments.With a living area of 447 m², it includes:- On the ground floor, a large, bright entrance entirely covered with paneling that leads on one side to the living room and dining room in a row, combining paneling and exposed stone, both with stone fireplaces, extended by the kitchen and the back kitchen; and on the other side of the entrance, a large office-library with a stone fireplace, and a hallway with toilets, a small office, a stone staircase and an elevator. Two large doors allow access to a loggia and the former cloister. Each room opens onto the arrival lawn through two large windows allowing great brightness. Above the back kitchen is a small service room and a bathroom.- The first floor includes a long corridor serving on one side of the staircase a large bedroom and a separate bathroom and on the other side, three large bedrooms with two windows and stone fireplaces, only one of which has an attached bathroom and another separate bathroom. The long corridor features four large double doors leading to the arcade gallery, which offers a panoramic view of the property and the surrounding hills.With an area of 45 m², the caretaker's house includes a living room-kitchen on the ground floor and a bedroom with a bathroom upstairs. The outbuildings consist of a barn and a shelter for two cars.This property can be considered as a prestigious secondary or primary residence, or, given the untapped volumes, for a high-end guest house project or boutique hotel within the constraints of the Architect of Historic Monuments.“Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frPresented by Franck Alby: +33(0)6 07 65 72 58This description has been automatically translated from French.

Exquisite château situated on the picturesque banks of the Dordogne River, just a short 15-minute drive from Saint-Émilion. The meticulously renovated château boasts a ground floor with an expansive open living area, a sophisticated bar, an elegant library, a gourmet kitchen, and a luxurious bedroom complete with an ensuite bathroom. The first floor offers three spacious bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom and access to a panoramic terrace. Complementing the main residence is a charming guest house featuring a comfortable living space and an additional bedroom with a bathroom. The estate is surrounded by lush gardens, a heated swimming pool, and a professional-grade golf course, making it an idyllic retreat. Additionally, the property benefits from its close proximity to the renowned vineyards of Saint-Émilion and the vibrant city of Bordeaux, with Bordeaux International Airport just 45 minutes away and a variety of local amenities within a 5-minute drive. For further information including a Comprehensive Brochure & Floor Plans, please contact Jane Vernon on +33 6 43 50 01 21, if you are unable to visit France soon, a live virtual tour can be arranged.

A grand classical chateau nestled in a quaint village, just a short twenty-minute drive from the renowned village of Saint-Emilion. This magnificent chateau is situated within charming park gardens spanning approximately 2.5 acres, elevated to offer extensive and breathtaking views. The village itself has a shop and a small restaurant. The main chateau is a substantial four-floor structure, featuring multiple reception rooms, seven spacious bedrooms, and seven bath/shower rooms. The expansive interior space provides ample room for both relaxation and entertainment. In addition to the main living quarters, the chateau includes a large games room and an exquisite wine cellar, perfect for hosting gatherings or enjoying a quiet evening. Furthermore, the property encompasses separate outbuildings that total 100m2, offering potential for additional living spaces or guest accommodations. The outdoor area is beautifully complemented by a stunning 12x6m swimming pool, ideal for leisure and recreation. Additional photos and detailed information are available upon request.

Ref. 4272: Château XIXth C. to renovate, for sales Located in the Gironde department, this château offers a captivating setting amidst the prestigious Bordeaux vineyards. Tucked away near the picturesque village of Gensac, this château benefits from all essential amenities, striking a perfect balance between tranquillity and convenience. Residents and visitors alike can relish in vibrant local markets, artisanal shops, and acclaimed restaurants, enhancing the conviviality of this extraordinary experience. For travellers arriving from afar, the château's location is ideal. Just 50 km from Bordeaux, this iconic city is accessible in less than 50 minutes by car or high-speed train (TGV). Additionally, from the French capital of Paris, this exceptional destination is approximately 3 hours away by train, offering a seamless retreat to the serenity of southwest France. For those preferring air travel, Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport is conveniently situated nearby, with flight connections to international destinations, ensuring accessibility for visitors from around the globe. Lastly, for travellers from Bergerac, a charming town in the Dordogne renowned for its wine and scenic beauty, the château is approximately 30 kilometres away, providing easy access to major tourist attractions. Unique Renovation Opportunity in the Heart of a Renowned Vineyard. Nestled in the heart of a renowned vineyard, this exceptional property presents a distinctive renovation prospect across approximately 20 acres of land, offering complete privacy and uninterrupted views of the surrounding vines. The main building, dating back to the late 19th century, is centred around a charming 781 sqm courtyard, exuding a picturesque ambiance, rich in character. Accessible through a magnificent porch flanked by two small towers, the central courtyard provides entry to all the buildings. The former residence, located east of the plot, is constructed of rubble stone with protected walls rendered and adorned with ashlar, capped with canal tiles. The 400 sqm of living space awaiting renovation is distributed as follows: • Ground floor (188 sqm): a spacious main room (48 sqm), a 10 sqm kitchen, 2 reception rooms (31 sqm and 30 sqm), and a large bedroom (34 sqm), along with circulation areas comprising a corridor, central hall, stairwell, hallways, and a toilet. • 1st floor (100 sqm): a bathroom and four bedrooms of varying sizes. • 2nd floor (100 sqm): an attic offering potential for further conversion. The two wings and entrance area feature various agricultural buildings and former dwellings totalling 975 sqm. • North wing (586 sqm): includes storage spaces, wine-making cellars, a barrel cellar, storage room, and a residence. • South wing (389 sqm excluding lean-to structures): includes storage areas, a residence, and external lean-to structures. Lastly, a 12 sqm dovecote constructed at the end of the 19th century is situated to the east of the plot. This property offers a unique opportunity to renovate and restore a historic estate, providing an idyllic setting for a private residence or a tourist accommodation project. With its privileged location amidst the Bordeaux vineyards, this property presents limitless potential for creating a prestigious residence or a flourishing wine enterprise. Perched atop a picturesque valley, this exceptional property extends over 20.75 acres and boasts breathtaking views. Bordered by vineyards, it exudes a naturally enchanting ambiance. Two meadow plots complement the estate, enhancing its allure. A rare opportunity for those seeking the perfect synthesis of tranquillity, nature, and panoramic vistas 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.

Magnificent property of 1.5 hectares located on the former territory of the Hospitaller Knights in Arveyres, comprising: - a master house with generous dimensions: 550 m2 of living space - a caretaker's house of 80 m2 of living space - a stone barn with a beautiful framework of 150 m2 on the ground floor + 50 m2 on the upper floor. While the property needs your renovation projects to come back to life, the caretaker's house is livable in good weather with its pool. The whole is located half an hour from Bordeaux, just a few minutes from Libourne (Sub-Prefecture) and a quarter of an hour from Saint-Emilion, as well as from the golf courses of Saint Sulpice and Cameyrac. Arveyres is served by public transport and has all amenities within walking distance: Town Hall, Post Office, primary school and college, pharmacy, bakery, butcher, garage, hairdresser, etc. I would be pleased to assist you in this project to combine the charm of stone, the comfort of new materials, and create your new living space at the gates of Bordeaux. Fees to be borne by the seller. Your commercial agent 3G IMMO on site EI - Christine GANTCH Registered at the RSAC of LIBOURNE 398 538 991, Tel: 06 08 57 99 80, Site 3gimmo: https://archive.3gimmo.com/gantch According to Article L.561.5 of the Monetary and Financial Code, for the organization of the visit, you will be requested to present an identification document. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Nestled in the enchanting Nouvelle Aquitaine region and just an hour from Bordeaux, this exquisite eight-bedroom chateau, constructed around 1727, is set on a sprawling 163-acre estate. The estate features an impressive courtyard, elegantly surrounded by the main chateau residence and several outbuildings, all harmoniously integrated within a landscape adorned with lush woodland, nut trees, and vineyards. The expansive grounds boast a variety of outbuildings, including a charming guardian house, a stone property ready for renovation, a historic tobacco barn, and a spacious farm equipment barn. Conveniently located near a bustling bastide market town in the Gironde, this chateau is enveloped by a beautifully preserved natural environment. It lies approximately one hour from the vibrant city of Bordeaux and its international airport, with easy access to railway stations and private airfields in La Réole, Marmande, and Libourne. For further information including a Comprehensive Brochure & Floor Plans, please contact Jane Vernon on +33 6 43 50 01 21, if you are unable to visit France soon, a live virtual tour can be arranged.

Situated between Libourne and Saint André de Cubzac, this former wine estate has undergone many changes over the centuries. Today, the château has almost 500 m² (5,305 sq ft) of living space comprising some fifteen rooms, including 4 adjoining reception rooms and 7 bedrooms, one of which is on the ground floor. A basement floor, including a kitchen and several storage areas, opens on to a veranda with a south-facing terrace overlooking the almost 3 hectares of wooded parklands with a well and a spring. The main structure, including the large outbuildings (former wine storehouse, garage, dovecote, etc.), has been well preserved and maintained. Work is required to bring this family property up to contemporary comfort standards. Fees at seller's expense Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 5 100 euros and 6 950 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1, 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Charming 5-bedroom stone house in the picturesque West Dordogne situated in an enchanting, untouched hamlet, this residence offers breathtaking views and is discretely positioned away from the village lane, surrounded by a secluded, mature garden. The house boasts an entrance hall within a tower, two spacious reception rooms adorned with original features, a generously sized family kitchen/breakfast room, and five bedrooms complemented by five bath/shower rooms. The property includes a captivating former priory within the grounds, presenting the opportunity for restoration to provide additional guest accommodation. Additionally, there is a stone garage and workshop with storage facilities. A large swimming pool with terraces and a charming walled orchard enhance the outdoor space. The property spans 1.23 hectares of land, and a video is available upon request.

This magnificent chateau is ideally located about 1 hour from Bordeaux and Bergerac airports (or about 20 minutes by helicopter)   With its sublime panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards, orchards and meadows , this property of 9.5 hectares benefits from a privileged location, calm and not overlooked. With these period features, the building has retained its historic charm while having been renovated with beautiful finishes offering all the modern comforts.   The chateau includes 2 large living rooms, a dining room, a breakfast room, a bar, 7 bedrooms with bathrooms/showers, a kitchen and many other rooms. The property also has numerous outbuildings with stables, 9 car garage, a gym, offices, a workshop, cleaning and storage facilities, and a swimming pool 12m x 6m.   A gite currently used as a caretaker's house and which consists of a kitchen/dining room, a living room, a laundry room, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms/showers completes this set. It is also possible to purchase an additional 20 hectares of pasture. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques www.georisques.gouv.fr

In the heart of a small picturesque village, between Lot-et-Garonne and Gironde, stands majestically a building dating from the 13th century, raised on a rock in a dominant position with access from an old-style stone bridge. levis above the moat. This remarkable residence, built from the remains of a medieval castle, offers a living testimony to the ancient history of the region. It is composed on the ground floor: - a spacious kitchen with open fireplace, two bedrooms, one with an insert fireplace and another with a private bathroom, a bathroom, a separate toilet, a living room of more than 90 m2 with open fireplace, a relaxation lounge with an old bread oven (one of the oldest parts of the house), a cellar/boiler room, On the 1st floor 4 additional bedrooms, a bathroom and an attic. This unique property will appeal to lovers of authenticity and history. Imposing and full of character, it is entirely built in stone, offering generous volumes and an atmosphere charged with emotion. Nestled in a park of more than 12,000 square meters, this residence offers an enchanting setting, where you can stroll through vast green spaces, decorated with a 12 by 6 swimming pool and a covered terrace. , ideal for enjoying balmy summer evenings. Surrounded by its fortress and overlooking a moat, this property offers a feeling of privacy and security. Its location in a charming village adds to the character of this remarkable residence, making it a true jewel steeped in history. For history and authenticity enthusiasts, this exceptional building offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of medieval heritage, where each stone tells a story. Don't miss this rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional property at the gates of Lot-et-Garonne and Gironde. At your service for a visit DANIEL LABARDIN Virtual visit on request. Les honoraires sont à la charge du vendeur. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. ** ENGLISH SPEAKERS: please note that Capifrance has an international department that can help with translations. To see our range of 20,000 properties for sale in France, please visit our Capifrance website directly. We look forward to finding your dream home!

Surrounded by 23 hectares of meadows and woodland, this attractive property presents a beautiful entrance with double staircase. The entrance leads to a large living room, a small living room, a home office and, on the other side, a dining room, a kitchen and a large living space. Upstairs, a large landing leads to 4 suites and 2 other bedrooms with a shared bathroom. A home cinema room can be found in the cellar. The main house is surrounded by a vast garden. Tucked away in the grounds of the château, the caretaker's house consists of a living room, a kitchen, three bedrooms and a bathroom. Additional facilities include a large barn with water and electricity, and other smaller outbuildings. The property would make a magnificent family home or equestrian property. 15 minutes from Sainte Foy la Grande (direct TER train line to Bordeaux). Bordeaux can be reached by car in 1h30.

35min from Bordeaux Former winegrowing property dating from the 18th century. Stone residence with a surface area of 720m2, 6 suites, three additional bedrooms and a large office. Large reception room with a second professional kitchen. The property is surrounded by over 6,000m2 of beautiful wooded parkland. A second stone property of approx. 140m2 and an independent studio complete the ensemble. SNFC train station within walking distance.

Between Saint-Émilion and Bergerac, exceptional property located on a plot of 1500 m². This property consists of an 18th century residence, 2 independent gîtes and a reception room. On the ground floor you will find an entrance hall, a bright living/dining room, an equipped professional kitchen, 2 large suites (one of which meets PMR standards), a laundry room, a boiler room, WC. Upstairs you will find a large apartment (with 4 bedrooms and a bathroom) as well as a 60 m² suite. On the second floor, a large corridor leads to 3 large suites with 1 bathroom and 2 shower rooms. But also 1 Gîte which can accommodate 6 people of 45 m² composed on the ground floor of an equipped and fitted kitchen, a living/dining room, a bathroom and upstairs: 2 large bedrooms. In addition, a second Gîte which can accommodate 4 people of 20 m² consists of a living/dining room, a kitchen, a bathroom and a mezzanine. You will also find a reception room that can accommodate more than 50 people of 85 m² (including a utility room and WC), 1 barn, a 4x9 m swimming pool treated with chlorine, an outbuilding (including spa, jacuzzi, sauna, shower and WC). ) as well as parking. Very successful distribution over more than 580 m² for this Sumptuous Château made with noble materials. Surprising with its great comfort, very functional, very pleasant to live in. This is a rare opportunity to acquire this exceptional property. Contact me now for more information about this opportunity.