castles for sale Pezenas, France

Magnificent early 17th-century château located in Lézignan-la-Cèbe, near Pézenas in the Hérault department. This historic property offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of French history. Main features: Living space: Approximately 1,200 m² spread over 25 rooms, including 15 spacious bedrooms. Architecture: The château, built between 1625 and 1630, features the sober architecture typical of the Languedoc region, with three main buildings flanked by four round towers arranged in a U-shape around a rectangular courtyard. Land: The property spans vast grounds, offering numerous landscaping options. Condition: Although in need of renovation, the château retains many period features, such as original fireplaces and high ceilings, offering exceptional potential for faithful restoration. Potential: Once restored, this château could be used as a luxurious private residence, charming hotel or event space, taking advantage of the region's tourist appeal. Situated close to Pézenas, famous for its historic and cultural heritage, and easily accessible from the A75 motorway, the château enjoys a privileged location in the heart of the Languedoc's renowned vineyards. Don't miss this rare opportunity to acquire a historic property with immense potential in one of the most sought-after regions in the south of France.

Château Rieutort – An Exceptional Wine Estate, Luxury Hospitality Business & Historic Château in the Heart of Occitanie Steeped in history and surrounded by the vineyards of Southern France, Château Rieutort is a remarkable 18th-century estate offering an exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving hospitality business together with a productive vineyard and an elegant private château. Meticulously restored with great respect for its heritage, the château extends over approximately 900 m² across three levels. The property combines authentic architectural character with refined contemporary comfort. The private owners' residence comprises four spacious bedrooms and three secluded terraces, while five beautifully appointed guest suites welcome visitors in an atmosphere of understated luxury. Four magnificent interconnecting reception rooms provide an elegant setting for private entertaining, weddings, seminars and exclusive events. The château could also be effortlessly returned to an entirely private residence if desired. Set within approximately 30 hectares of unspoilt countryside, the estate includes 23.4 hectares of productive vineyards under the IGP Pays d'Oc appellation, with a further 4 hectares available for planting. The vineyard has been thoughtfully established with grape varieties ideally suited to both the terroir and current market demand, comprising Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon alongside Vermentino and Chardonnay. The estate benefits from comprehensive production facilities, including a semi-underground winery with a capacity of approximately 1,120 hectolitres, providing ideal conditions for vinification and ageing. A 90 m² agricultural building houses vineyard equipment, with further development potential. The winery buildings are currently leased, providing additional income. The business is well established and offers multiple revenue streams. The operating company manages an elegant hospitality operation comprising luxury bed and breakfast accommodation, seven fully renovated gîtes, weddings, private celebrations and corporate events. The estate accommodates up to 62 guests and is complemented by two swimming pools, a spa and beautifully landscaped grounds that create an exceptional destination for leisure and events. The vineyard operation is managed separately through the agricultural company (GFA), with the harvest currently delivered to the Saint-Pargoire cooperative winery, providing a straightforward and efficient operating model. Whether sought as a prestigious private family estate, a luxury hospitality destination, or an investment offering diversified income from wine production, accommodation and events, Château Rieutort represents an exceptionally rare acquisition. A distinguished historic château, a productive vineyard and a flourishing lifestyle business—offered as one remarkable estate in one of the most desirable regions of Southern France.

Just 20 minutes from Béziers, in the heart of a preserved landscape of Languedoc, this remarkable estate with a characterful castle, built in 1830 as a hunting lodge, stands within a continuous 56-hectare estate, which includes a vast vineyard surrounding the property.Offering approximately 521 m² of living space, the castle currently requires renovation work which presents a rare opportunity to reveal the full potential of this exceptional historical residence. Despite the passage of time, many original decorative elements have been preserved, giving the place remarkable authenticity and charm: glazed tiles, a monumental stone staircase, marble fireplaces, French parquet floors, ancient mosaics, and an integrated chapel attest to its rich architectural heritage.The vineyard extends over 56 hectares, including 44.8 hectares of producing vines, 4 hectares to be replanted, and approximately 7 hectares of land and park. Irrigated over 30 hectares, it is planted with emblematic grape varieties of the South of France: Merlot, Carignan, Grenache, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon for reds, Sauvignon and Chardonnay for whites. Classified as IGP Pays d'Oc, it benefits from controlled yields and an immediately operational production facility. The current harvest is delivered to the cooperative cellar, while the existing facilities allow for the resumption of its own production and brand.The property includes generous reception spaces, 11 bedrooms, 5 shower rooms, as well as a vast basement converted into a cellar.The outbuildings greatly enrich the property with three independent accommodations (95 m², 95 m², and 70 m²), two of which are currently rented annually and one operated as seasonal rental. The former hunters' hall, the old stables, and an impressive 660 m² winemaking cellar complete this rare heritage.A rare property, where the prestige of an estate with a historical castle combines with the scale of a true vineyard estate. An exceptional opportunity to create a top-notch private residence, a charming hotel, an exclusive reception venue, or a reference winery.Puisserguier – Hérault Quick access to A9 and A75 TGV station and airport 25 minutes awayThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Béziers area  Prestige Château 18th Century with running Winery and 7 independent Gîtes, sold with all company assets, 9 en-suite bedrooms with large lounges and reception rooms in the Château, Spa, 2 swimming pools, tasting shop, wine cellars, outbuildings, park, 31 ha of grounds including 2 ha of park and 23 ha of IGP 'Vin de Pays d'Oc' vineyards, ideal for agro-tourism, horses This property with its 18th Century impressive Château and its beautiful South facing facade is located in the greater Béziers region, Languedoc Roussillon, Occitanie, South of France. The Château over 3 levels offers different large lounges or reception rooms, marble or stone fireplaces in the reception rooms as well as in most of the bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, beautiful mosaic floors with ornaments like the royal 'fleur de lys', terracotta floors, high ceilings, rooms with mouldings and rosettes. There are 3 large roof terraces on the 1st and 2nd floor offering a private Jacuzzi and surrounding views. The Château benefits from a central heating system with an exchange pump and reversible air conditioning throughout. The 7 distinct Gîtes are in different buildings and offer various sizes, from 1 bedroom to 4 bedrooms, each totally independent, well equipped with reversible air conditioning and offering its own private outside space. Outstanding is the former Orangerie which has been converted in a 'Belle Epoque' elegant Gîte with 2 en-suite bedrooms and a terrace. Entering the Spa area is like diving in another universe, in an ambiance of 'well-being'. Inspired by a Scandinavian style, a large round Jacuzzi in the center is straight away catching your eye. The sauna, a double shower room, toilet and 2 massage rooms for a rejuvenating experience are accessed from this center room. The outdoor space offers 2 swimming pools (10m x 5m and 13.5m x 6m) both with its large tiled terrace and one of them is in an enclosed oasis with a pool house, a games area and lovely strolls. The 2 ha walled and well-kept park area features a plane tree alley and many other large bi-century trees, Mediterranean bushes and flowers. The vineyard with its 23 ha is classified 'IGP Pays d'OC' and half of it is attached to the 2 ha of parkland and a second continuous plot is only about 500m away. About 2/3 are red wine grapes and 1/3 are white wine. The terroir is both productively and high quality; the grape varieties are adapted to actual market demands and the Estate's terroir.  About 80 % of the vineyard could be irrigated. Further 4 ha could be planted and usually some neighbourhood vineyards could be bought to enlarge the size if wished for.he The winery buildings are totally independent with a different access and of course out of sight. There are several huge cellars and a very nice wine aging cellar, air conditioned or semi-underground, allowing the wines to mature in excellent condition. A separate building offers a nice tasting room and sales boutique with offices next to it. The price does not include furniture, inventory and standing crops. Comments This prestigious Château is an exquisite family home, has a well-maintained vineyard with its cellars, produces excellent wines and offers high-end rentals—all set in a beautiful environment close to tourist towns, international airports, train connections and the Mediterranean Sea. The commercial aspect is one of this property's major assets, given its great diversity and flexibility, adaptable to both - customer demands and the business ideas of a proud future owner. As an example, the entire wine business or in part, depending on the level of involvement desired by the future owner, could be outsourced without any inconveniency for the residential part, but providing a steady income!

Exclusively, 19th century castle, incorporating the architectural codes of the Loire castles and developing nearly 1,300m² on a park of more than 3 hectares with 800m² of outbuildings. Completely restored recently, this castle presents many remarkable architectural elements and ornamentations. More than 400m² of reception rooms, 3 kitchens, pantry, 9 suites and an office. The last level of 300m² remains to be fitted out. The perfectly maintained park houses a swimming pool with pool house and summer kitchen, a former hunting lodge of approximately 150m² with terrace, a guest house of 70m², an apartment of 80m² with living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, a mazet, 60m² garage, old stables and several barns and shelters. In the immediate vicinity of the Canal du Midi, TGV station 10 minutes away, beaches 15 minutes away, airport 20 minutes away and 45 minutes from Montpellier

An exceptional opportunity: a lovingly restored, character?filled château set in the heart of the Hérault vineyards, minutes from sandy Mediterranean beaches and a short drive to Béziers. Steeped in history (once a Roman fort and linked to the family of Paul Riquet), this remarkable domaine combines grand period features with modern comforts and offers strong rental or event potential. Overview Generous, flexible living space spread across the château and independent residences (main house, second wing and large gîte) * easily used as a single family home or as separate lettings. Beautifully preserved 18th?century character: high ceilings, original staircases, marble fireplaces, cement tiles and elegant finishes alongside contemporary upgrades. Large reception rooms and an impressive library reached by a spiral/Eiffel?style staircase; fully equipped kitchen and multiple entertaining areas. Ancillary outbuilding/garage over two levels, ready to be converted to suit your projects (studio, additional guest accommodation, workshops?). Set on the edge of vineyards with a landscaped park to the front, nearby olive groves and a private rear courtyard/parking * offering privacy and picturesque views of the surrounding countryside, mountains, rivers and waterfalls. Modern comforts include double glazing, heating systems, alarm and filtration for spring/Bas Rhône water; compliant sanitation and an elevator Excellent location: roughly 30 minutes from Mediterranean beaches and coastal towns, about 20 minutes from Béziers, and around 2.5 hours from Barcelona or Marseille. Enjoy one of France's sunniest climates and year?round outdoor living. Possibilities Ideal as a luxurious private residence, multi?unit home for family and guests, high?end holiday rental, event venue or boutique hospitality project. The layout and grounds provide significant scope for conversion, expansion and revenue generation. A rare estate in a superb southern France location.

Béziers area  Exceptional Mansion 19th Century, 1450m2, protected MH, with 11 apartments including the unique main dwelling of 500m2, renowned architect, elevator, further detached stone house, swimming pool, orangery, garage, cellars, grounds 2983m2 with century-old trees, center of a small town, walking distance to amenities, near mountain and sea, interesting rental income, ideal investor, no co-ownership In the center of a small town in the region of Béziers, Languedoc Roussillon, Occitanie, South of France, this very beautiful Maison de Maître from 1880, MH - 'Listed Historical Building', offers an exceptional main dwelling and 10 other apartments for rent, plus an independent house but adjoining, with its own garden. This very elegant apartment offers 500m2 on the ground floor and 1st floor with its sumptuous entrance and totally private monumental staircase. Large reception rooms with beautiful fireplaces, authentic floors and high molded ceilings, all preserved and meticulously restored. To complete the comfort, there is a large sunny terrace, a covered terrace, orangery, garage and cellar with a view of its private garden with hundred-year-old trees which provide privacy and a water basin to be renovated. All apartments are serviced by an elevator and a staircase on the other side of the building. They come in all sizes and are of good standard under conventional leases and offer attractive rental income. Great potential for different business models with increasing income possibilities. It is highly unusual because there is no co-ownership! Ideal for an Investor. ..

Béziers area  Beautiful property at outskirts of a village with all amenities, Mainhouse with 5 en-suite bedrooms, 330m² living space, 2nd Dwelling with 4 en-suite bedrooms, 1.1ha of perfectly maintained grounds, gorgeous pool, lovely views over surrounding countryside, a little jewel ! Sole Agent This really stunning property dates back partly to the 16th Century and is located on the outskirts of a lovely village with all amenities in the greater Béziers area, Languedoc-Roussillon, South of France, Occitanie. The buildings sit nicely in the middle of the grounds and each house has its privacy and separate entrance. The Mainhouse, with the charming tower hosting a spiral staircase, offers 2 large sitting lounge areas of each 80m² and 5 comfortable en-suite bedrooms of which one is on the ground floor and has a vaulted ceiling, hence the oldest part of the property. Further both sitting areas have high ceilings and a second large stair case gives access to each floor. A heated infinity swimming pool with its large terrace offers a nice view of the countryside. The other house adjoining the mainhouse has been completely renovated a few years ago as it was just a stone shell. There we find 3 en-suite bedrooms and a family room en-suite with a mezzanine, a kids sleeping space. A second pool could be added on this side of the property offering a private area for both visitors and the owners. A valid planning permit could be transmitted to the new proud owner. Further there is car port for 2 cars and a workshop and additional storage. A property to fall in love at first sight! Description of the building Mainhouse offering 330m² living area over three levels Ground floor: entrance hall 12m², fully equipped kitchen 21m², large open sitting/dining room 80m² with large stone fireplace, guest toilet, with access to the south facing terrace and pool area, master bedroom bedroom 26m² with vaulted ceiling and en-suite bathroom 10m² with vaulted ceiling. 1st floor: large main staircase, another immense sitting area with billiard table 90m², bedroom 18m² with en-suite shower and WC, access to a terrace 15m², second master bedroom 21m² with en-suite bathroom and shower 11m², walk-in closet 5m² 2nd floor: accessed by the large stairs bedroom 12m² with small en-suite shower room and WC, 3m²,  second bedroom 12m² accessed by the tower staircase with en-suite shower room and WC, 3m² Second house offering 120m² of living space Be aware this is a quirky house with all rooms on different levels; therefore every room is accessed by a staircase except a ground floor en-suite bedroom. We find a sitting area accessed by an outside staircase from the large terrace. The fully fitted kitchen with dining room is accessed by some further steps from the same outside staircase. From there a staircase going down brings us to the ground floor bedroom with its en-suite shower room; this room has as well a direct access from outside. Above each of those rooms is a bedroom with its own shower- or bathroom. One of those bedrooms has a mezzanine, ideal for children sleeping. Lovely swimming pool 10m x 5m with large terrace Carport for 2 cars 40m² workshop 25m² storage room Grounds The grounds of a little bit more than 1 ha is nicely kept and surrounding the property giving it total privacy. The property is limited on one side by an all year flowing river and on the other side by a vineyard and wood. A few vines are even part of this property and taken care by a neighboring farmer. There is a well and a borehole and even access to agriculture water, all can be used for feeding a manual watering system and if wished filling up the pool. Equipments The Mainhouse features an oil fired central heating with underfloor heating in the large ground floor lounge dining area. There is as well reversible air conditioning through out. Double glazed joinery partly in wood and in PVC wood imitation; flooring is mainly in lovely terra cotta, the 2 master bedrooms have old original painted ciment tiles, the sitting area upstairs has a wooden floor. The newly renovated stone house is fully equiped with reversible air conditioning and has marble floors throughout. Water is supplied by the mains, the septic tank is conforming to law which is quite unusual! Comments If this unique property has captured your imagination, please don't hesitate to contact us.