castles for sale Catalonia, Spain

Majestic and emblematic medieval castle, crowning the top of a charming picturesque village, with a history dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries, and enriched by successive renovations in the 16th and 18th centuries. Just 20 minutes from the coast, this historic treasure has been meticulously restored with a deep respect for its heritage during a process that spanned over 15 years from the 1980s onwards. The property covers approximately 2,000 m2 between the main residence and the staff house, set on a plot of almost 5,000 m2. The castle consists of 8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 2 large living rooms, a library, 2 kitchens, a spacious hall, a defensive tower and a chapel. Modern comfort blends with historical charm thanks to the propane gas heating system. In addition, a separate staff house, spread over two floors of 100 m2 each, offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, kitchen, dining room and sitting room. Two parking areas provide space for 8 to 10 cars. The outdoor grounds are beautifully landscaped and include a swimming pool, jacuzzi, bathrooms, changing rooms and sun terraces. This jewel in the heart of the Baix Empordà boasts 6 additional bedrooms, several living rooms, a wine cellar, a chapel, a well and pool areas, along with garages for 8 cars. In short, this property represents one of the most extraordinary acquisitions available on the Costa Brava, combining history, luxury and contemporary comforts in one place.

A 17th century property, listed as a historical monument and protected as a "Bien de Interes Cultural" (BICN), the Château de la Fontaine was renovated in the 19th century and then in the 20th century. Built in 1604, then enlarged later, the property now consists of several buildings, annexes and stables offering a total of 7650m2 on 29 hectares of land. Capped by turrets with conical roofs, the castle also has a large square tower and an upper gallery, and an adjoining chapel with a nave and a semi-circular apse. The main building and the tower are neo-medieval in character. The facades are rendered in ashlar... The balconies have moulded stone slabs and iron railings. The roof is made of Arab tiles with a combined brick and tile eaves. The tower has several neo-Gothic windows with pointed arches, arabesques and mouldings. The last renovations were carried out in 2014 for the roof and the heating system which was completely redone. This unique estate is included in the catalogue of buildings to be protected, is surrounded by a large plot of 29 hectares where it houses a large garden, a variety of trees such as Himalayan Cedar, Yew, Banana, Tulip tree, Bamboo, Indian Chestnut, Magnolia ... . A property with enormous possibilities of hotel and/or agricultural exploitation (for the exploitation of the Colza or the wheat which occupies today 25ha), 1 hour from Barcelona, 30 minutes from the Costa Brava and 15 minutes from Girona,