castle with panoramic view for sale Marmande, France

Built at the end of the Renaissance in the Agen region, this brick and stone castle overlooks the Garonne valley. It has retained much of its original architecture, notably its remarkable grand staircase and some unique elements of its late 17th-century interior decor. Four centuries later, it awaits a new owner to continue its story.The estate covers 5 hectares, including 4 hectares of cultivated agricultural land. The built infrastructure includes the lordly part of the castle, overlooking an east-facing terrace, and an entrance pavilion that once had a drawbridge.On the noble floor, nearly 500 m² of reception rooms are arranged in sequence: a former great hall of 160 m², two former salons of 80 m² each, and two 40 m² rooms fitted into the corner pavilions. At the center of the composition, the grand staircase leads to a complete basement, entirely vaulted, while the upper floor includes an unfitted room. An adjoining apartment also offers a habitable area of about 50 m².The history of this castle begins at the end of the 13th century when a fortress is built on a promontory to control the valley. The territory successively comes under English and French domination until the end of the Hundred Years' War.At the end of the 16th century, the fortress is dismantled to make way for a more comfortable residence. This ambitious lordly construction, characteristic of the reign of Henry IV, stands out for its mannerist architecture: mullioned windows framed by diamond-pointed dressed stone, strict symmetry, and elaborate composition.During the reign of Louis XIV, the lands are elevated to a marquisate, and the castle receives a highly refined interior decor. Some vestiges have survived, including a sculpted hooded fireplace and a vaulted ceiling painted with a fresco representing the goddess Flora, attributed to the school of Nicolas Poussin.Seized during the Revolution, the castle was forgotten until 1818 when a demolition campaign was undertaken. Fortunately interrupted, it only removed the last level. In the 19th century, the former lordly residence even served as a tobacco dryer.Today, the castle awaits significant restoration. Its volumes, ceiling heights, monumental staircase, and remnants of its decor still bear witness to its peak period. Its graceful and orderly architecture offers remarkable potential for a revival project, whether for a private residence or another use compatible with the location.Are you inspired and ready to discover this castle? We would be happy to present its architecture, history, and the restoration possibilities it offers, and to reveal some of its secrets.Fees included of 7.5% VAT at the buyer's expense. Price excluding fees 400,000 €. Not subject to energy performance diagnosis (DPE). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available at the Georisques website: georisques.gouv.fr.Your advisor LEYRIT & TURPEAU: Florent TURPEAU Commercial agent (Individual business) RSAC 901163261This description has been automatically translated from French.