castle for sale Ardes, France

An elegant family home nestled between landscaped grounds and the Auvergne mountains Just 45 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, in a pristine, peaceful setting, this 17th-, 18th-, and 19th-century château enjoys a privileged location in the heart of the Auvergne countryside. On one side, the view overlooks the landscaped park surrounding the home; on the other, it opens onto the Auvergne mountains and their unspoiled horizons. A rare living environment where calm, nature, and privacy reign. Formerly a hunting lodge that has since become a family home, it has undergone a renovation that respects its history. The main architectural features have been preserved: high ceilings, fireplaces, antique hardwood floors, wood paneling, and spacious reception areas lend the property an authentic and timeless character. With approximately 655 m² of living space, the residence is organized around a spacious entrance hall leading to an elegant suite of living rooms and a dining room totaling nearly 130 m² of reception space. A large kitchen opening onto the outdoors, as well as a separate ground-floor studio with direct access to the garden, complete this level. The upper floors feature a master suite, seven bedrooms, several shower rooms and bathrooms, as well as a private chapel. A vast convertible attic offers additional potential for expansion. Magnificent vaulted cellars, a wellness area housed in former vaulted rooms, and several spaces dedicated to relaxation all contribute to the property’s unique character. The estate also includes a separate guesthouse of approximately 78 m² and a barn of approximately 170 m² offering numerous possibilities for use, whether as a family residence or for a hospitality or event venue. The wooded grounds form a true setting around the residence. A pond, a lake, a bridle path, a terrace with a spa, and numerous outdoor living spaces invite you to fully enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings. Carefully renovated and tastefully decorated, the property has retained the spirit of a grand family home. Bathed in light, warm, and easy to live in, it offers a rare balance of spaciousness, comfort, and conviviality. Its numerous living spaces, opening onto the grounds and the surrounding nature, fully contribute to the quality of life it provides. Located near the main natural and tourist sites of Auvergne, 10 minutes from the A75 and local amenities, this rare property will appeal to heritage enthusiasts seeking an authentic, discreet, and unspoiled place to live. Asking price: €1,200,000 (fees included, payable by the seller) Energy class: F Climate class: C property with excessive energy consumption This property is listed by Marie-Laure Courmont +33(0)6 80 44 89 84 - Independent Real Estate Agent Information on the risks associated with this property is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Gorgeous listed castle from XIIth, XVth and XIXth centuries.1685 m². very nice reception rooms. 23 bedrooms. 2 guest houses. Outbuildings. Park 1,02 ha. Possible to buy 4,72 ha more with house. Ref 1040.

EXCLUSIVE. Mentioned as early as the 14th century, the current castle was built in 1472 by the Counts of Auvergne. Changes were made in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. In 1993, the current owners saved it from ruin by carrying out a complete renovation following the rules of the Art and by outfitting its numerous outbuildings. Organized around an inner courtyard, it has a quadrangular U-shaped layout, flanked to the west by two circular towers and to the east by a large 13th-century keep and a square tower. It offers about 943 m² of living space. In the inner courtyard, there is a summer kitchen equipped with a dining area protected by a glass roof. Central heating consists of an automatic log boiler from the brand Hagassner about 15 years old and another wood chip boiler from the brand Kob. Partially double-glazed. All roofs have been redone since 1993 with canal tiles. Individual sanitation meets standards but it need ventilation should be planned. Two annex houses have been set up: A guest house to the north with about 129 m² of living space with a garage. A caretaker's house is located to the east of the castle with about 260 m² of living space and an adjoining covered area. The outbuildings are arranged to the east: An old vinification building of 106 m² used as a garage and warehouse. Two horse stalls. In an old outbuilding of about 110 m² fully restored, a pool about 20 years old, 8 m x 5 m. In a long building, decorated with an 18th-century Volvic fountain, there are three garages, one with a lift, several workshops, the boiler room, and several covered areas and sheds. A chicken coop. A vegetable garden with a pond. A dovecote. A large independent shed of about 280 m² topped with solar panels. A splendid French-style garden with ponds and topiaries borders the castle to the southwest. The property extends over nearly 79 ha 64 a 02 ca, including woods, meadows, and land.Ideally located on the side of a hill, the castle enjoys a commanding position, and its lands gently slope down to the banks of the Allier. With the castle's architectural qualities and comfort, its annex houses, numerous outbuildings, and its 79-hectare estate, this vast property is unique in Auvergne. The future owner will not only acquire an ideal place to live but also a work of art.