castle for sale Rieucazé, France

A Fairytale Château Overlooking the Pyrenees EXCLUSIVE TO P&P Location: In the Haute-Garonne department of Occitanie, just 10 minutes from shops, 40 minutes from a ski resort and one hour from Toulouse and its international airport. Setting: Perched on a hilltop, the château enjoys breathtaking views of the Pyrenees. Its spectacular surroundings combine sweeping vistas with lush natural beauty. Peace and quiet prevail. History: Built in 1786, three years before the French Revolution, the château belonged to the family of the Comte du Pac until 1960. Description: The property’s buildings offer approximately 2,240 m² of floor space. The château provides 730 m² of living space arranged over three levels, complemented by numerous outbuildings totalling approximately 1,500 m². Its many mullioned windows fill the interiors with natural light. Ground floor: The entrance hall runs through the château, connecting two separate entrances, one overlooking the valley and the other the swimming pool. Period parquet and tiles grace the floors, while decorative mouldings adorn the ceilings. This level includes a spacious kitchen, a dining room, a large, bright double reception room adjoining a library, and a laundry room. All the principal rooms feature beautiful marble fireplaces, with those in the kitchen and dining room being particularly noteworthy. A magnificent oak staircase leads to the upper floors. First floor: Five bedrooms, each with its own character, enjoy lovely views over the valley or the four-hectare park. Period parquet floors, marble fireplaces and fine woodwork reflect the property’s heritage. This floor also includes three bathrooms, one accessed from the landing, as