castles for sale Nérac, France

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Overview Turning into the driveway of this property, there is an immediate sense of peacefulness. Our eyes are drawn to the classical line of hundred-year old trees, as we catch a tantalizing glimpse of the medieval tower and its adjacent »chartreuse » or manor house; two fine buildings from very different periods of time sit side by side. It is clear from the outset, there is a treat in store for visitors to this magnificent and enchanting estate. It would be lovely to be able to take flight, and and circle the tower from above, so as to admire the views from up on high. Here one could fully appreciate the extent of the property, and admire the perfect architectural harmony of the tower and the 18th Century « Chartreuse » with its adjacent outbuildings. Around the property, the Gascon countryside spreads its patchwork of green and gold; with corn and wheat and sunflowers in the summer. For a hundred years the cedar trees have sought to reach the top of the tower - their upper branching reaching it, almost, but not quite …in this most peaceful of settings.

This impressive 20th century chateau surrounded by its vineyards and parkland offers many opportunities to a discerning buyer. The crop is currently maintained and sold to a nearby cooperative. The wide range of outbuildings show that it was once an independent concern. With some fenced paddocks, a small lunge pen and 4 stables it is suitable for equestrian pursuits. There is an in ground swimming pool for relaxation and terraces around the chateau for entertaining or lounging. A converted dovecote could be used as a gîte and with some renovation other outbuildings could provide additional accommodation. History This renaissance style chateau was rebuilt at the start of the 20th century on the site of a 16th century Gascon chateau. It boasts an hexagonal tower at one end and a round tower at the other. Internally there are numerous features of note from this period including fireplaces, flooring, staircases and traditional oak woodwork and tiles. Key Points Private location not far from facilities The chateau is in need of major renovation internally to provide comfortable and modern accommodation A wide range of outbuildings offering a range of possibilities for development Well set out and maintained gardens and parkland with mature trees The Chateau The chateau is on 3 levels with large windows providing large bright rooms with views over the land. The structure was reroofed less than 10 years ago but only a small part of the ground floor has been lived in since then. There is some central heating provided by an oil fired boiler. The layout flows reasonably well and could be a large family home with living spaces on the ground floor, bedrooms on the first floor and an independent flat on the top floor. Other buildings The dovecot (75m2) has recently been upgraded to form a 1 bedroomed gîte over 3 levels. It has a purpose built wooden staircase between the floors. Of note is the detail of the woodwork on the top floor bedroom. The middle floor has a sitting room and shower room and the ground floor a kitchen diner. Gardens. A gravel driveway leads up to and surrounds the chateau. An above ground swimming pool Land In total there are approximately 74 hectares surrounding the chateau and outbuildings. It comprises of meadows and land of 26 hectares, 7 hectares of woodland and 40 hectares of vines. The parkland has numerous trees over 100 years old. Currently grapes of these varieties are grown - Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Colombard, Gros Manseng, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris and Ugri Blanc. Location The estate is set back off a departmental road and is about 3 kilometres from a town with a wide range of shops and leisure pursuits. The motorway network The TGV The major international airports of Bordeaux and Toulouse are 1hr 30 mins drive. . Full details can be obtained by contacting [email protected]

The Château de Fourcès sits at the entrance of one of the most beautiful villages of France, on the banks of the river Auzoue. Fourcès (meaning force in Gascon) is a unique and picturesque circular village renowned for its famous annual flower market on the last weekend of April, its monthly brocantes, restaurants and eclectic shops. The village, with a mere 300 inhabitants, is a local treasure, its beauty preserved over the centuries and very much a living and breathing Gascon village, where it is possible to source anything from an ancient scented rose, a bottle of Armagnac, a unique piece of furniture; or to enjoy a fabulous meal with local produce on the terrace of the local Auberge. A village so often visited for its beauty, and gentle recreational pleasures, the Château is one of the most remarkable landmarks of Gascony, and one which here at BLISS we are proud to present to anyone in search of a life-changing property, and one which provides the possibility of so many possible business ventures linked to this historical building, in an area of peaceful beauty and tranquillity. The chateau was demolished in 1453 in the Hundred Year War. At the time the local villagers re-employed many of the stones to build their own properties around the circular market place, with is hundred year old trees. The central market place is dotted with plane trees which provide dappled shade in the summer months. This is a place in which people come together; bursting with flowers from horticulturists all over SW France at the end of April, the brocanteurs, eating an impromptu lunch at rickety tables and sharing a glass of local Gascon red at the monthly antique fares. If ever you wanted to feel you are in the heart of France, and time has stopped, cross the bridge over the river to the sleepy town of Fourcès. Building of the Château as we know it today commenced at the end of the reign of Louis Xll and was completed under the reign of François Ier. The building is clearly Renaissance in style with lovely large windows, a glorious pale stone façade, with two wings and a round tower and a square tower. In the square tower we find the beautiful and original staircase. Since 1996, successive owners of the Château have welcomed tourists into the Château, with the current owners having carried out an impressive redesign of the interior of the Château with further development of additional appartements on the upper floors, and the creation of a popular bar/tapas area on the ground floor for guests, known as Chez Boubou, with two bedrooms above the bar/restaurant in the adjacent stone cottage that sits at the entrance of the Château. The current owners also oversaw the complete restoration of the roof in 2020.

Sole agency, superb 17th century château in perfect condition, recently completely renovated (to disabled access standards), currently run as a hotel/restaurant. It offers around 1,800 m² in 45 main rooms on 4 levels, 25 bedrooms, all air-conditioned with private bathroom or shower/toilet. Wifi/bar/TV. Professional kitchen, seminar rooms, staff flat, courtyard of honour, chapel, swimming pool/pool house, mini-golf, pond, marquee for receptions. 7.50 hectares of wooded grounds, including a majestic avenue of three-hundred-year-old cedars. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Magnificent 74-hectare winegrowing and equestrian property with a luminous 19th-century Renaissance-style château. Approx. 600 sqm of living space on three levels of 200 sqm each. 13 main rooms including 9 bedrooms. Fine architectural features. Magnificent grounds, pleasant faienced swimming pool. Beautiful view over a valley. No nuisance. The château is composed as follows: First floor: a terrace opens onto a wide entrance hall with a grand staircase, vast living room, beautiful dining room, library, bedroom, bathroom, fitted kitchen, storeroom and laundry room. 1st floor: Large landing, 5 large bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Terrace. 2nd floor: Living room with a kitchen, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. 230 sqm semi-buried cellar. Many original features: parquet floors, fireplaces, tiles, etc... Outbuildings of approx. 1400 sqm, including : A 200 sqm stable with 4 large stalls and a hangar. An 870 sqm building comprising former cowsheds, a wine storehouse with 11 concrete vats, a distillery room with a double-heated still, accommodation on 2 floors and an open garage. An old farmhouse of 250 sqm on one level, with an unfinished attic. A pretty 75 sqm converted dovecote on three floors. 74 ha of free land, including 40 ha of vineyards and 16 ha of meadows, 10 ha of land, 7 ha of parklands and woods. The vineyard of 40ha 47a 95ca is composed of : 1.33 ha of Cabernet Sauvignon 1.44 ha of Merlot 4.21 ha of Chardonnay 11.97 ha of Colombard 6.6956 ha Gros Manseng 3.73 ha Sauvignon Blanc 4.013 ha Sauvignon Gris

A 13th-century Gascon chateau, redesigned in the 16th century, in 7 5 hectares of grounds with an orangery and a dovecote, nestled in France's Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. This chateau stands like a sentry by its quaint village in a commanding, defensive position from where it looks out over the surrounding slopes. The chateau has defended the valley for more than 700 years. The four-storey dwelling and its two adjoining round towers are the remnants of the original Gascon castle. In the 15th century, mullioned windows were added to let more natural light inside. And an Italian Renaissance stairway tower was added too. The chateau was rescued by a man who was enthusiastic about built heritage. He restored it and showcased the Italian style that characterised the Aquitaine region’s most beautiful houses – a style that we also see in the gardens and the chateau’s main lounge.

This hotel or private property with over twenty rooms is perfectly situated between Toulouse and Bordeaux and is the ideal location for an investment or company with two restaurants on site. The chateau has been renovated to a standard rarely seen in the region to create an upmarket hotel with a thirty cover restaurant and a second seventy cover restaurant. The chateau of over one thousand four hundred square metres is set in the middle of a large wooded park with a courtyard that gives access to the swimming pool which is perfect for a relaxing stay for guests. Only forty minutes from Agen with its train station provides perfect access for guests wishing to spend a long weekend in peace and quiet. The property of over twenty rooms including three gites which are all air-conditioned have been renovated to a standard and design reminiscent of the grand hotels of the Pays de la Loire or the Parisian countryside.The estate is an exceptional venue for weddings, accommodating a large number of guests in breathtaking surroundings.   For further information, pictures, videos and virtual tour on this exceptional property please contact us on [email protected].  Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques www.georisques.gouv.fr

11th century property situated 7 km away from Agen with its 4 buildings (chateau, sheepfold, bread oven, stable) and its 500 m² organic tent. Surrounded by 32 ha of parkland with 6 lakes. Total capacity 30 people. Fully restored, charmingly decorated and perfectly maintained. Party room available 1 km away (optional). High rental yields.

A 15th century, Seigneurial home in almost 8 5 ha, given over to leisure and horses, between the Lot Valley and the Guyenne hills. Surrounded by unspoilt countryside, this residential property is composed of several buildings, converted for accommodation and leisure purposes. It is set in grounds, spanning more than 8 continuous hectares, including woods, meadows and even a pond, much appreciated by passing ducks. The origins of this old Seigneury, belonging to a local count, date back to the 15th century. Around 1650, two wings were adjoined to the main rectangular building, creating a U-shape around a main courtyard. Nowadays, a low stone wall, vestige of the east wing, still supports the boxwood parterre which shields the swimming pool and its swimmers from onlookers in the courtyard. Adjoining, a dovecote tower with a stone stairway - certainly the old, monumental stairway - going up to the first floor, no doubt once home to the wing’s Great Room. It is followed by a farm outbuilding which, built at the latest in the early 19th century, houses a workshop and a guest house, comprising two dwellings. The count’s heirs lived modestly in these premises until 1996, without carrying out a great deal of maintenance works. The property was almost completely restored, with some sections being entirely reconstructed, by the current owners. The access road, ending in a dead end, separates the truffle woods and the horse enclosures. Further on is a tennis court set, on a slightly lower level, between shrubberies and vegetation; then a strip of land laid to lawn marks a last breath of air before starting down the gentle slope towards the entrance at the foot of the buildings.

18th century château to be restored, 900 m2, 22 main rooms including large receptions, 7 bedrooms, former caretaker's accommodation including 4 bedrooms, former stables, orangery and outbuildings. In the heart of the Lot-et-Garonne, close to all amenities, quiet setting for this south-facing castle, whose main building and outbuildings form a U-shaped plan. The roofs, frameworks and carpentry were the subject of a first phase of renovation. The existing layout makes it possible to envisage a development without major modifications. The property of 42 hectares with a view of the banks of the Lot is situated 1h15 from Bordeaux. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Located just an hours drive from the stunning riverside city of Bordeaux, this magnificent chateau provides easy access to a plethora of attractions. Bordeaux itself boasts an abundance of restaurants, bars, and Europe's longest shopping street, along with its international airport and the TGV, fast train service direct to Montparnasse station in the heart of Paris. The nearby town of Casteljaloux, celebrated for its thermal spa, is just a short distance from this residence.     Completely renovated, including a new roof, by the current owners with meticulous attention to detail and only employing the finest artisans and materials, this chateau truly epitomises French refinement. It seamlessly blends historic charm with contemporary comfort, while preserving original features.      Upon arrival, a sprawling tree-lined driveway welcomes you, guiding your gaze towards the Chateaus façade with its twin towers. Positioned to the side of the Chateau, an original double staircase beckons, leading you to a central foyer that traverses the entire width of the property, boasting original wood flooring. This foyer leads you to a formal reception room featuring a splendid fireplace, its double doors usher in natural light and open onto a south facing raised terrace. Additionally, there is a secondary reception room presently serving as an office, a formal dining room, a large kitchen/breakfast room again with feature fireplace, a laundry room, cloakroom and boot room. There is also a former Chapel on this level  that has been transformed into studio bedroom with en-suite shower room.     Ascending to the first floor via the original staircase, reveals a spacious landing, three splendid bedrooms, two of which boast en-suite shower rooms, a lavish family bathroom with feature fireplace, and a storage area.   The recently renovated second floor unveils a distinct ambiance from the rest of the main chateau. A grand vaulted sitting area adorned with exposed beams, along with a landing, guides you to three additional splendid bedrooms each featuring a contemporary en-suite shower room   On the lower ground floor of the chateau lies a substantial cellar, matching the same ground surface area as the above floors. This is ripe for conversion into a bar, gym, wine cellars pending the requisite permissions.     Additionally, the estate includes a stunning, light-filled guest house featuring an entrance hall that leads to a kitchen/dining room, a spacious drawing room with a feature fireplace, all opening onto a large covered terrace and pool area. The guest house also comprises a double bedroom, a family bathroom, separate cloakroom and a utility room. On the first floor, a primary suite showcases tow 'Juliet' balconies, along with a spacious dressing room. A further double bedroom, a family bathroom, cloakroom, and a mezzanine currently utilised as a painting studio due to its ample natural light complete this exquisite guest house.      Outside the estate is surrounded by a magnificent park brimming with mature trees and prized truffle oaks, the swimming pool along with its covered terrace commands attention as a focal feature. This estate is distinguished by its layout, prime location, and flawless restoration, offering an idyllic sanctuary for families or a captivating venue for hosting evens such as weddings. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques www.georisques.gouv.fr

This Renaissance castle, one of whose towers was built in the 12th century under Eleanor of Aquitaine, has been meticulously renovated in recent years.The castle, full of history, is a French historical monument. It is open to the public to visit and learn about the reason for its construction, its role during the religious wars and more.   Ideally located, the property is situated in Lot-et-Garonne, only 1 hour from the beautiful river city of Bordeaux, 1h30 from Toulouse, both of which have an international airport. An avenue of plane trees leads you to the majestic entrance of the property, built on three levels and comprising two towers as follows:   On the right wing; a kitchen, a breakfast room, the Traditional salon, a reception room as well as a library and a small theatre used for the château's historical Renaissance evenings with costumed characters and music from the past. On the left wing; an entrance hall with wrought iron gates and steps leading to the 80m2 reception hall, a library, a dining room (castle kitchen) with original fireplace. Two original stone spiral staircases lead to the first floor with 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.   The estate also has a large reception room with two Renaissance fireplaces, often used for weddings or seminars, with a kitchen and scullery, a laundry room and indoor toilets for women and men. There is also an independent flat with kitchen and bathroom, a garage and storage rooms. A chapel adjoining the château is used for weddings.   The property is located on 56 acre grounds with the most magnificently maintained topiary gardens that show off the history and class of the chateau. When strolling through the gardens it is like taking a step back in time to the XVth century whilst still having modern luxury's such as a swimming pool. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques www.georisques.gouv.fr

17th century castle with pool and pond on more than 23 hectares In the heart of one of the most touristic departments in France thanks to its natural, historical and gastronomic riches, a magnificent 17th century chateau with its outbuildings, close to the A62 Bordeaux/Toulouse highway, 15 minutes from a town of 20,000 inhabitants, 1 hour from Bordeaux, its international airport, its TGV station. The interior of the chateau offers us a real journey into the past with its many scrupulously preserved authentic elements: magnificent floors, monumental fireplaces, 2 stone spiral staircases, French ceilings, mullioned windows, vaulted cellar, partially converted attic, remarkable "cathedral" frames… The set has more than 1000 m² of living space with its 23 rooms including a sumptuous dance hall, several reception room, library, theater room, chapel... In one of its outbuildings, a beautiful reception room of 250 m² hosts all event activities: weddings, seminars… An apartment is available to accommodate a caretaker. One piece of land more than 23 hectares in a dominant position offering a lovely leisure park, a swimming pool, a pond, several water basins.. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.