castles with panoramic view for sale Auvergne, France

Exceptional Directoire-style château and stud farm on 39.8 hectares with a pond Set in a sumptuous setting overlooking meadows and a pond, this exceptional property includes a fully renovated 968-square-meter Directoire-style château (a 4-star hotel with 16 rooms and a restaurant), a large guest house, an annex (three hotel rooms), enclosed garden, swimming pool, and vegetable garden, a stud farm with two staff houses, a riding arena, a lunging ring, paddocks, a large indoor riding arena, a small outdoor arena, and a large show jumping arena. Information on the risks associated with this property is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.f

Overlooking the valleys, rocky hills, forests, and spa towns from its rocky spur, this majestic stone castle, built on a Merovingian site at an altitude of 480 m, has dominated the landscape since at least the medieval period. The family descended through women from the lords of a vast estate for 400 years—whose first member was treasurer of the Duke of Bourbon—has preserved a freehold estate of 45 ha (at the center of 160 ha leased, some of which could expand the sale of this free reserve). Seventeen hectares of woods surrounding the splendid Grand Etang and its spawning ground (12 ha of water) conceal various buildings of great character amidst over 16 ha of gardens, meadows, and groves. Passing through the wrought-iron gate, one leaves the real world to enter the reverie of the 45 ha park, designed by a well-known landscape architect in Bourbonnais and Europe. Gradually, the honor avenue reveals the beauties of the ensemble one by one, appearing after each turn: forgotten is the small chalet-style house of the gardener-keeper, where the view of the immense pond emerges from majestic trees of multiple species; the original outbuildings then appear, always on the east side, remodeled in the 19th-century orangery style, with their renovated lodge, a dwelling in the same style, and the typically regional dovecote. Finally, the centerpiece of the tableau emerges, dominating the entirety of a park arranged for visual pleasure: the castle, isolated and formerly inaccessible. At the southwest corner, slightly set apart, is the farm and its 19th-century (renovated) caretaker's house, independent, at the back of the gardens still possessing their walls to which fruit trees leaned. A complete and complex ensemble, still possessing the castle, its two lodges, its lands, woods, water, and above all, no nuisance. It is undoubtedly for this silence enlivened by the songs of birds, the trees, and the pond thawing in the sun, that its melodious name has been so well found since "immemorial times." The castle, covering approximately 700 m² of floor space, is regularly maintained for its major works (original frameworks, new roofs, coatings of the two northern towers in 2026) and requires a total interior renovation, despite presenting rooms with atmospheres modified in the 19th century, under a flood of light revealing decorations worthy of the heiress of a family that also owned the Château d’Ainay-le-Vieil as well as a famous private mansion in Montluçon. The baroness married an Empire baron, who wanted to give the ancient feudal fortress and its medieval farm the splendor and comfort of the Napoleonic era. With the best orientation (southeast/northwest), this pleasure residence still offers circular towers, including that of the barbican staircase, emblazoned with the coats of arms of families from a prestigious lineage: counselor and prosecutor of the king, steward of Madame the Duchess of Angoulême, civil and criminal lieutenant in the lordship of Montluçon; general treasurer of finances in Moulins; treasurer of France; captain of vessel; marquis, gendarmerie officer, knight of the royal and military order of Saint-Louis, beheaded during the Revolution; after the Revolution, the property confiscated by revolutionaries was returned by the former steward to the new marquis, mayor of Montluçon. In 1940, the castle and its outbuildings housed around a hundred war refugees and their families. This property is not listed; all your renovation imagination can flourish here. Between Montluçon, Gouzon, and Clermont-Ferrand. Complete file available upon serious interest. Information regarding the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Situated at an altitude of 780 meters, this historic castle overlooks the Cère valley in a preserved natural environment. Dating back to the year 930, it is one of the oldest castles in the Auvergne region. Classified as a Historic Monument in its entirety since 2000, it stands as an exceptional architectural testimony, combining authenticity, prestige, and modern functionality. Architecture and History The estate consists of two major building sections: •The medieval keep, whose foundations date back to the 10th century. Raised in the 13th century and remodeled in the 15th century, it features a rectangular plan, volcanic stone walls, a pavilion-style roof, large fireplaces, and a spiral staircase. •The Renaissance main residence, built during the 15th and 17th centuries, embraces the medieval tower. It offers vast reception rooms, French-style ceilings, period fireplaces, a gallery of honor, as well as a consecrated chapel. All the roofs have been completely restored. No renovation work is required; the estate is perfectly maintained and fully operational. Accommodation The residence comprises 13 bedrooms with private bathrooms, distributed between the tower and the main residence. A master suite and several independent rooms complete the accommodation. Reception Spaces Designed entirely for event hosting, the estate offers: •A renovated barn for seated receptions and meals for up to 200 guests, equipped with restrooms, a professional kitchen, storage space, and accessible facilities for people with reduced mobility (PRM) •A reception gallery ideal for cocktails, exhibitions, or meetings •A medieval inner courtyard for outdoor events •A shaded esplanade under linden trees, suitable for ceremonies Additional sanitary facilities are distributed throughout the outbuildings, including PRM-accessible toilets. Grounds and Outbuildings The 2.4-hectare enclosed park, fully landscaped, includes: •Two exterior towers framing the main entrance in front of the castle fountain, used for storage •Two natural springs and a well, ensuring complete water autonomy •Free water supply combining spring water and municipal water via a water tower in the hamlet •Three ornamental ponds and a fountain •A vegetable garden, orchard, and horse stables •Guest parking area •A swimming pool-ready plot without technical constraints or easements •A wine cellar •A vaulted room featuring two bread ovens Technical Features •Heating: Central gas heating (two buried tanks) supplemented by wood-burning stoves •Water: Two private springs, a well, and access to the municipal network – free of charge for the property •Sanitation: septic tank (to be brought up to standards) •Electricity: Three-phase power •Internet: Fiber optic installed •Kitchens: Three kitchens, including two professional kitchens located in the barn and tower •Outdoor lighting and sound systems for evening events Location & Accessibility Located just 15 km from Aurillac, the property benefits from quick and convenient access: •Aurillac Airport: 20 minutes •Nearby SNCF train station •A75 motorway: 45 minutes (connecting Clermont-Ferrand and Montpellier) Nearby attractions include: •Lioran Ski Resort (30 minutes) •Vézac Golf Course (25 minutes) •Heritage sites, hiking trails, lakes, gorges, and classified villages This castle, listed as a Historic Monument, combines heritage, functionality, and economic potential. With no renovations needed and already operating as an event venue, it offers an ideal setting for upscale receptions, family use, or an exceptional secondary residence. Its classification provides access to favorable tax benefits for maintenance and potential upgrades. Its commanding position, water autonomy, quality facilities, and attractive tourist environment make it a rare property on the market.

Large eighteenth century residence to renovate of 433 m² having retained many elements of its original décor. Large living room, two small living rooms, groined kitchen, back kitchen, 6 bedrooms, an office and a shower room. New roof. Outbuildings. Park of 1.89 ha with many hundred-year-old trees. Fountains and basins. In a dominant position with a view of the Chaîne des Puys. Issoire and the A75 are only 20 km away. Ref 1019.

LEGENDARY FORTRESS OF VEAUCE IN THE HEART OF THE ALLIER REGION - Historic Monument - MORE THAN 1,000 YEARS OF HISTORY - ON A ROCKY SPUR - SPLENDID VIEW - 8.3 HECTARES - ENDANGERED MONUMENT Known for having been the residence of Louis the Pious, Emperor of the West, in the 9th century. The site of the Chateau of Veauce has existed since the Gallo-Roman period, and springs still containing water from that era are visible in one of the castle cellars. In the 9th century, the chateau served as the summer residence of Louis the Pious, son of Charlemagne, Emperor and King of the Franks. The fortress underwent numerous construction and reconstruction phases: in the 11th century, the 13th century, and then at the end of the 15th and beginning of the 16th century, when the lordship of Veauce was elevated to a barony. The chateau then belonged to Louis II de Bourbon. Upon the death of the Constable Charles III de Bourbon in 1527, the lordship returned to the Crown. It was not until the 19th century that Veauce regained its splendor with the arrival of Charles de Cadier de Veauce, an influential politician and friend of the Duke of Morny, who restored the chateau in Neo-Gothic and Neo-Renaissance style. He was also responsible for constructing the current stables and converting a semi-circular section of the fortress into a riding arena. He also commissioned the landscaping of the park by the Count of Choulot. From the medieval fortress remain the high keep, towers, curtain walls, part of the covered wall walk, and the kitchens. Despite its appearance as a medieval fortress, the Baron of Veauce modernized the property in the taste of the 19th century. In the 20th century, under the impulse of the penultimate owner, the chateau became associated with the legend of Lucie, a ghost reportedly seen many times, which brought fame both to the site and to its owner at the time, Mr. Tagori “de la Tour” (it was Eugène de Cadier de Veauce who sold the chateau to Mr. Tagori in 1972). The chateau consists of four wings: An ancient wing over three levels and several basement levels. This building, dating from the medieval period of the chateau, was largely remodeled during the 19th century but still retains 15th-century features such as fireplaces and mullioned windows. The east wing is served by a circular staircase located in a projecting tower next to which stands the castle chapel (probably a simple oratory). On the ground floor and first floor, a large corridor provides access to all the salons. The noble floor is located on the first floor. The second level, originally reserved for servants, has been partially renovated by the current owners. The basement contains the former kitchens of the medieval chateau as well as a series of cellars. There is also a cistern believed to date back to the Gallo-Roman era. A 19th-century wing designed in Neo-Renaissance style. Its layout is identical to the ancient wing. It was in this part of the monument that the Duke of Morny stayed while constructing the Chateau of Nades in the Puy-de-Dôme region. The two other wings, partially collapsed, consist of outbuildings, garages, and stables built upon former structures. The entire ensemble of these four wings is surrounded by curtain walls and fortification towers dating between the 13th and 15th centuries. Battlements and the conversion of one tower into a clock tower were added during the 19th century. Around the fortress are various landscaped features and buildings: To the east, a large terrace with staircase constituted the ceremonial access to the chateau, probably from the 18th century onward. An entrance with lodge and large gate was created in Troubadour style during the 19th century (another lodge, known as the “Lion Lodge,” forms the entrance at the eastern edge of the park). To the west, a former tower converted into an icehouse, as well as another entrance with lodge and gate (known as the “Small Lodge”). The 8.3-hectare park contains remarkable trees, and the river “Veauce” flows through the center of the estate. Several buildings, probably dating from the 19th century, have been left abandoned: a mill, a metal greenhouse, and various additional structures. The property is currently subject to an official emergency works order issued by the State to carry out urgent stabilization works, allowing the future owner time to prepare a full restoration program. Location: -A grocery store in the village near the chateau. -All shops within less than 10 minutes by car -Vichy train station 40 km away, then Paris in 3h20 by train and Lyon in 2h. Price: 800,000 euros agency fees included (agency fees payable by the seller). Fees to be paid by the seller. Not subject to DPE. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

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.

Located near Montluçon, this elegant 19th-century castle, approximately 1100 m² in size, benefits from a quiet and natural environment, in the heart of a magnificent 16-hectare park. It has five guest rooms and four holiday cottages, all different and particularly well decorated. A wellness area completes the property with a jacuzzi, a sauna, a massage chair, and a jet shower. The 4 cottages offer a capacity of about 60 beds: the thatched cottage, the tower cottage, the park cottage, and the countryside cottage. Various annexes complete the property, including a barn of about 200 m², a garage, a shed of about 200 m², offering many possibilities for development and operation. This beautiful real estate complex allows for the organization of various events: weddings, anniversaries, family reunions, seminars, professional events, exhibitions, concerts... The site has received from the Prefecture, the ERP classification (Public Establishment), of the first category outdoors. Highly publicized and benefiting from a loyal clientele, this castle generates a steadily increasing turnover and a booking calendar already full until 2028. DPE: F/C Price HAI: €1,880,000 (Net seller price: €1,800,000 – fees of 4.44% borne by the buyer). Presented by Marie PROVOTELLE(EI): +33 (0)6.86.92.67.77 - [email protected]. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

13th-Century Medieval Fortress – Listed Historic Monument (MH / ISMH) Overlooking the fertile plains of Limagne and the foothills of the Livradois, east of Clermont-Ferrand and close to Billom, the Château de Mauzun rises from a basalt volcanic outcrop, a timeless sentinel of Auvergne’s history. Originally a fortified motte that became one of the principal strongholds of the Counts of Auvergne as early as the 10th century, Mauzun fully entered the history of France in the early 13th century. In 1210, King Philip II of France annexed Auvergne to the Kingdom of France and placed Mauzun under the authority of the Bishops of Clermont, contributing to its strategic development and prominence. Built according to the principles of the greatest medieval fortresses, Mauzun is remarkable for its exceptional scale: nearly 900 metres of ramparts protecting a vast lower bailey of approximately 3 hectares; an intermediate enceinte punctuated by 16 towers enclosing the outer courtyard; and a monumental keep measuring 50 metres on each side, flanked by four corner towers linked by massive curtain walls, with several levels of wall walks. In the 16th century, the fortress was enhanced with elements of comfort, notably a northern curtain wall opened with large sculpted windows, offering spectacular panoramic views. For almost four centuries, Mauzun stood as one of the symbols of power in Auvergne and remained a coveted site during every period of unrest. Gradually abandoned and partially dismantled, the château regained its unified ownership in the 19th century. In the 20th century, an initial restoration programme was undertaken, particularly the Captaincy Tower, converted into residential accommodation. Further works were resumed in the 21st century and remain to be completed. Today, Mauzun stands as an open-air lesson in medieval military architecture, a site of rare evocative power. Underground passages, defensive systems, a mysterious cistern, and its bold setting atop an ancient volcano continue to inspire research, reflection, and discovery. More than a real estate project, the Château de Mauzun is a heritage to be preserved — a place to be understood and respected. It is intended for a purchaser driven by a passion for history and architecture, willing to commit to a long-term vision in the service of preservation and transmission. Sale price: €675,000 (agency fees payable by the seller) Presented by Marie-Laure COURMONT Independent Real Estate Agent (EI) RSAC 883 633 018

Discover an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of French heritage with this magnificent listed castle in Veauce. Spanning an impressive 1,560 square meters, this breathtaking property features 15 bedrooms and 32 spacious rooms, offering grand living spaces rich in history and timeless architectural details. The castle’s commanding stone walls, round towers, and elegant facade are enhanced by picturesque surroundings and mature greenery. Step inside to experience authentic period charm with original fireplaces, stunning high ceilings, and beautifully preserved features that evoke a sense of refined luxury. Modern comforts such as internet connectivity blend seamlessly with historic ambiance, while practical amenities like a well and a natural spring ensure a truly unique and self-sustaining residence. Each room tells a story, inviting you to imagine life as nobility in centuries past. This remarkable chateau is recognized as a listed historic building, ensuring its protection and prestige. Ideal as a private residence, boutique hotel, or event venue, it promises a luxurious lifestyle enveloped in French history and culture. Embrace the rare chance to acquire a landmark property that offers both exceptional scale and immense character in the heart of the beautiful French countryside.