castles with terrace for sale Montpellier, France

There are places where magic happens instantly... Pass through the gate, cross the forest surrounding the estate, and let yourself be carried away by the unique spirit of this château, whose first stones were laid in the 12th century.It is in the heart of the preserved Gardoise countryside, between nature and authenticity, just 1 hour from Montpellier and 40 minutes from Nîmes, that Cabinet ARGENCE & ARGENCE invites you to discover this exceptional property. Nestled on a private estate of 6.5 hectares within a 140-hectare park populated with deer, stags, and roe deer, this timeless place offers a rare and privileged setting.Completely renovated and maintained with remarkable care over generations that have succeeded one another, the château reveals flawless amenities enhanced by the craftsmanship of the Compagnons du Devoir.The main residence features sumptuous reception lounges as well as 8 majestic suites. A second wing of the building offers 3 additional suites, providing multiple hosting possibilities.The property also includes two independent apartments of 90 m² each with 3 bedrooms, as well as an independent dwelling of 200 m² with 2 bedrooms.The outbuildings complete the ensemble with a reception room of more than 200 m², a gym, a sauna, a hammam, and a splendid indoor swimming pool set in the heart of a vaulted cellar, creating an intimate and authentic atmosphere dedicated to well-being.Outside, an elegant natural pool 16 meters long harmoniously integrates into this preserved environment.An exceptional family residence, a reception property, or a high-end tourist accommodation project, this unique estate offers a rare experience, imbued with charm, history, and serenity.This description has been automatically translated from French.

This magnificent and extraordinary Château, built in 1887, is located in the greater Montpellier region, Languedoc-Roussillon, Occitanie, South of France. It is nestled in the heart of a beautiful 4.5 hectare bicentennial park; once you step through the gate, your eyes are immediately drawn to its imposing towers. Not only the exterior, but also the interior will seduce you! All the period features have been carefully preserved, while modern comforts have been added. The charm is overwhelming, with its authenticity, such as the high ceilings, the beautiful original floors throughout, 10 beautiful fireplaces, large doors, staircases, and more. The rooms are spacious and very bright; each offers a view of the beautiful green setting, and on the upper floors, the landscape is presented in all its splendor. The living room, formal dining room, and library open directly onto the terrace, which provides access to this beautiful park and unique garden. Almost all rooms have a bathroom or shower room with toilet and are individually decorated. There is a fuel central heating system throughout and the top floor benefits from reversible ai rconditioning. The park invites you to enjoy lovely, interesting strolls amidst the large number of different species such as pines, Atlas cedars, holm and white oaks, lime trees, etc., as well as typically Mediterranean shrubs, herbs, and flowers such as oleander, broom, jasmine, lavender, wild asparagus, orchids, poppies, and many others. There are also various plantations; in fact, the entire grounds have been maintained organically for the past 30 years. Around thirty olive trees allow you to produce your own olive oil. About 1,500 vines bring friends together every year for the harvest and, of course, to taste the wine later. These are great moments of conviviality! In other corners of this vast space, there are plantations of various species of nuts, citrus fruits, and, of course, a vegetable garden. The property's flora and fauna are truly exceptional, in addition there is a bird population of approximately 70 species, some of which are extremely rare. Although this extraordinary château is located in a marvelous setting, major transport hubs, cities, and the sea can be reached within 20 minutes to an hour. Live the dream of an idyllic château in the South of France! Building description The château offers 573m² of living space on 3 levels. Ground Floor: Entrance (32m²) with magnificent mosaic flooring and a beautiful staircase Living room (46m²) with marble fireplace and original oak parquet flooring, door opening onto the large terrace Dining room (40m²) with a magnificent carved wooden fireplace, parquet floors, small tower, door opening onto the large terrace Library (25m²) with wooden fireplace or can be used as a bedroom, shower room (3m²) with WC, door opening onto the terrace Room (10m²) with magnificent mosaic floor Breakfast kitchen (10m²) Office (20m²) in the large round tower Hallway (10m²) with large original cupboards, WC with washbasin Service staircase Half-level below with internal access and separate access from the outside: Landing with separate entrance, 29m² fully equipped kitchen with large table, 6m² utility room, 8m² laundry room, access to various cellars, workshop, and boiler room. 1st floor: Landing and hallway . Suite 58m²: small living room with fireplace, large bedroom, bathroom with bathtub and shower, separate toilet. . 29m² bedroom with marble fireplace and shower room, toilet. . 40m² bedroom with marble fireplace, sitting area in the tower, 7m² bathroom, toilet. . 20m² office or bedroom with fireplace in the large round tower. . 12m² bedroom with bathroom, toilet. 2nd floor: Landing and hallway . 15m² bedroom with bathtub and toilet, beautiful exposed timber work of the large tower. . 40m² loft with bedroom and marble fireplace, small tower, bath, bassin and WC. . Apartment with - 42m² dining and living room with marble fireplace - 10m² fully equipped kitchen - 10m² and 12m² bedrooms - 8m² bathroom, separate WC 3rd floor: . 35m² attic space, storage space . Staircase with access to the tower terrace Basement: . 36m² wine cellar, fully equipped for the grape harvest and production of the property's wine, air-conditioned . 40m² workshop . Several storage rooms between 15m² and 25m² . Boiler room 25m² Swimming pool 12m x 6m with terraces of approximately 200m², partially covered by a pergola Changing room, shower and toilet Space for a summer kitchen Technical room Outbuildings, etc. Carport for 2 cars Carports, machinery Various wood storage areas, etc. Wooden chalet Beautiful greenhouse Bread oven Various parking spaces 2 large rainwater tanks Comments A truly prestigious Château, imposing and authentic, full of charm, in a bucolic setting. A true paradise on earth!

This luxury property with a beautiful Château from the 17th Century which was remodeled in the19th Century is located in the greater Montpellier area, Languedoc Roussillon, Occitanie, South of France. Passing the majestic entrance gate, with a first glance you immediately know that you arrived at a special destination! A beautiful driveway leads to the buildings which are surrounded by a lush park with bicentenary trees. There are fields and wood for a total of 15ha. Water is omnipresent, with a lovely pond in front of the Château fed by a canal and embellished by a fountain. At the edge of the park, the property is crossed at its length of about 500m by a river with a water threshold offering a spectacle all year round. Even so the Château is located in the countryside, all infrastructure, cities and the Mediterranean Sea is reachable within less than 1 hour. From the Château, which has kept all its charm, there is an exceptional view over the park with pond and heated swimming and the surrounding Nature. The Château offers on the ground floor beautiful lounges, sitting rooms, a bar, a dining room, billiard room and a beautiful conservatory. You find original wooden floors and terrazzo, beautiful fireplaces, wooden paneling, high and large double doors with original locks etc. On the 1st and 2nd floor are 3 bright spacious suites equipped with air-conditioning and 3 en-suite bedrooms with terra cotta floors and fireplaces. The ambiance of history and authenticity is in harmony with a contemporary lifestyle. The spacious receptions rooms give access to outside terraces, depending on the desire, in the sun or in the shade, covered or open to the sky and of course to the beautiful swimming pool area. This Château has an elegant atmosphere and is a prestigious residence! In a separate stone building, there is a reception area on the ground floor and above are 9 en-suite bedrooms, of which 2 are accessible by an elevator for handicapped people. A former sheepfold is now a beautiful vaulted reception room with an attached breakfast room. All is approved for sitting 110 people. As it has been recently renovated with proper insulation, new double glazed aluminum windows with thermal break and PVC windows and under floor heating on the ground floor and as well air-conditioning, on the upper floor are PVC double glazed windows and the bedrooms are equipped with modern convectors, the energy label of this building is A what is totally exceptional for an old building. Further there are all other needed rooms to host receptions as several toilets, caterer room etc. Outbuildings A caretaker apartment in need of updating. Orangerie 50m2 to be renovated Garage 60m2 Basement under the Château 150m2 Grounds The grounds of 15.4ha is composed of a long tree lined drive way, a beautiful park, meadows, a large parking area, wood and sloping part which has not been cultivated for a long time. The park offers beautiful bicentenary trees such as plane trees, redwoods, palms, cedars, magnolias, chestnuts and other precious trees. Having water from several sources, which is rare and a lux these days, makes this property very special. All the different water flows from several sources, which is rare and precious these days, make the property very special. There is a water basin with a fountain fed by a source contributing to the bucolic ambiance all over. A large heated swimming pool with its surrounding terrace is just next to it. A water canal is passing by the buildings and the river where we can observe large trouts proofing clean water and various kind of birds. Further a watering system is fed by a borehole. General condition The Château has been mostly restored offering still all original features in astonishing condition. There is a fuel central heating system throughout and the 3 suits offer air-condition. Only the kitchen and top floor need updating. Energy label of the Château is after the new much more severe system D. The stone house is in excellent condition and offers all comfort, hence label A. Comments This Château is a hidden gem in an unexpected other world and still easy accessible. It would make a perfect business with huge potential or a large exclusive family home.