castle with reception room for sale Saint-Laurent-de-Cerdans, France

XVIII century Palace with a private chapel and panoramic views. Offers more than 2500m2 and 20 bedrooms in 2 floors. Nestled in the heart of inland Empordà, this exceptional property overlooks the plain and offers a rare panorama of the eastern Pyrenees. Just 35 minutes from Girona, this 18th-century marvel with gardens has retained all its old-world charm, while being modernized to accommodate groups of more than 50 people. Its architecture is distinguished by its stone walls with imposing chains, its hipped roof, and its eaves decorated with geometric patterns. The façade combines sobriety, elegance, and heritage character. A library, alcoves, antique furniture, traditional floors, and exposed beams create a timeless atmosphere. The property also houses a private chapel dedicated to Sant Miquel Arcàngel, accessible from the interior and via an exterior door bearing an inscription dated 1762. Among the rarest features is an old trull, with its large stone vats and original wine press, testimony to a history of winemaking. The floors are connected by internal staircases. The masía is organized around a central patio with a quiet space facing the mountains. A place that encourages contemplation As the inscription at the entrance suggests: a place of silence. price +5%agency's fees

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! This magnificent early 19th Century Château has been restored with luxury and a flair for interior design. Discretely shielded behind high walls, attractive gates and 2 imposing gatehouses is an ornamental courtyard in front of the main entrance. The chateau is set over 3 floors. The grand central stairs lead to two more floors of exquisitely decorated, oversized bedrooms and suites equipped with beautifully and recently renovated bathrooms and lounge areas. The renovation boasts high quality finishes and modern facilities. The original character shines through in the vaulted ceilings, large windows, plasterwork and gorgeous original floors. You enter into the chateau's princely hall with fine mosaic floors and sweeping staircase from which the reception rooms fan out. The ground floor boasts chateau-high ceilings, multiple living areas, kitchen facilities and an entry to the wine cellars below (dressed to provide a perfect setting for wine tasting meetings) You walk out to the south-facing aspect of the chateau onto a lengthy and elegant covered terrace on one side and enclosed orangerie to the other which serves as a perfect spot for breakfast. To the left a sleek, heated infinity pool overlooks the gardens. This perfect marriage of the ultra-modern and classical architecture is a theme that continues throughout the property. In the attic, you will marvel at the highly unusual wrought iron roofwork underpinning the classical French slate tiles, more commonly found in the Loire valley. There is even a functional clocktower. The terrace overlooks 5 hectares of mature parkland with magnificent, ancient trees and ornamental lake supplied directly from the Canal du Midi. The gardens are artfully landscaped with attractive walkways, unusual planting and a bar and entertaining area that can be easily dismantled when not in use. Further to the main property is a fully renovated, 3 bedroom/2 bathroom house with a lounge, kitchen, private garden, terrace and its own separate driveway. Elsewhere is staff accommodation and 2 further properties to renovate (subject to any necessary permissions) as well as beautiful agricultural stone buildings making up around 1500 m2 of potential development. The property is ideally situated near 5 international airports, the Mediterranean one way and ski slopes of the Pyrenees the other. This region is producing some of the most innovative wines in France. A unique, stylish property awaits a unique buyer, contact us for details

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19th century castle with outbuildings on 32ha park without any nuisance Close to Carcassonne, 1 hour from the mountains and the sea, this property without nuisance benefits from an exceptional setting. It consists of a chateau of approximately 1946m² of living space and 34 bedrooms, with an 93m² reception room and a superb orangery in the tower. Historic building in pink stones, built in L with an adjacent building. Many original elements: herringbone parquet, molded ceilings decorated with rosettes and splendid pendant chandeliers, all with high ceilings. The castle has benefited from a recent restoration. It is in the center of 32 ha, including 18.5 ha of land, the rest in parkland with remarkable trees, woods and meadows. Very good general state of maintenance, possibility of continuing a luxury event activity or, on the contrary, of create a real haven of peace out of sight. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.