listed castles for sale Limousin, France

Situated in Basse-Marche, in the heart of the unspoilt countryside of the Montmorillonnais region, this magnificent château enjoys a remarkable natural setting, surrounded by meadows, woods and ponds, within a rolling, verdant landscape. Access to the property is via an elegant driveway lined with tall oak trees, offering a gradual and majestic approach that reveals the full beauty and serenity of the surroundings. Poitiers and Limoges are less than an hour away, whilst essential amenities (shops, medical services, schools) are just 20 minutes away. Built between the 15th and 16th centuries and subsequently remodelled in the 19th century, the château boasts a harmonious and perfectly balanced architectural style. Set in the heart of its 108-hectare estate, it offers a rare living environment, combining authenticity, elegance and absolute tranquillity. The main entrance opens onto a superb semi-circular courtyard forming a U-shape. The central main building is flanked by two wings set at right angles, ending in a crenellated wall. The complex is enclosed by a gate inspired by Second Empire architecture, lending the property a noble and prestigious air. To the south, a beautifully landscaped park surrounds the château, featuring a pond. A tree-lined path, shaded by majestic ornamental trees, invites visitors to take a stroll and leads to a remarkable 15th-century dovecote, listed as a Historic Monument — a heritage site of great rarity. The château – approx. 400 m² of living space The ground floor (approx. 200 m²) opens onto a spacious entrance hall leading to beautiful reception rooms, which open out onto a splendid terrace overlooking the valley and the pond. It comprises: • a large living room with panelling, a fireplace, herringbone parquet flooring and panoramic views of the grounds, • two more intimate living rooms, • an elegant dining room, • a kitchen, • bathrooms, • and a cellar. In the left wing (as you enter): a second kitchen, a study and a boiler room. In the west tower: a separate bedroom accessible from the outside. A beautiful oak staircase with balusters, complemented by a service staircase, leads to the first floor, which comprises: • four spacious bedrooms, • two bathrooms with toilets in the main building, • as well as a bedroom in each of the two towers. The second floor, currently an attic, offers great potential for conversion. The property is characterised by its spacious rooms and abundant natural light, thanks to numerous windows running the full width of the walls. Outbuildings and annexes The main courtyard is flanked by two substantial outbuildings: • On the left: a caretaker’s house (approx. 45 m²) comprising a living room with kitchen, a bedroom, a bathroom, a toilet and a terrace, as well as a woodshed and a storage area. • On the right: a building comprising a garage and two stables suitable for horses. At the entrance to the property: • a large barn with a floor area of approximately 400 m², • three houses (approximately 55 m², 50 m² and 75 m²), some of which are currently let, • with the potential to create additional accommodation as required. The circular dovecote, listed as a Historic Monument, is an exceptional heritage feature. It retains 533 nesting boxes, as well as an internal gallows with its ladder and original paved floor. The estate The estate, comprising a single block of land, covers 108 hectares and offers a rare natural setting: • approximately 10 hectares of wooded parkland with a pond, • two ponds, • 46.5 hectares of land currently leased, • 61 hectares of freehold land. The property is completely undisturbed, with no immediate neighbours or road traffic. A rare find, combining historic charm, significant development potential and an exceptional quality of life, ideal as a prestigious family home, a tourism venture or an equestrian centre. Opportunity to purchase additional woodland and ponds Sale price including fees : 1,840,000 euros. Fees at seller's expense. Energy class : N/A. Climate class : N/A. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

Réf. 4417 : Superb chateau for sale near Limoges. Situated in the Basse Marche, in the Montmorillonnais countryside, this château is nestled in the middle of beautiful green, wooded and undulating countryside. Access to the château is via a small road lined with large oak trees, and as you drive along you discover its exceptional location in the heart of an area of meadows, ponds and woods. The towns of Poitiers and Limoges are just 1 hour's drive away, and local amenities (shops, doctors, secondary school, etc.) are within easy reach in 20 minutes. The château was probably built in the 15th-16th centuries and then raised in the 19th century. This has enabled it to achieve a fine architectural balance due to its exceptional location at the heart of its 266 acres estate. It offers an exceptional living experience. The main entrance to the château opens onto a semi-circular courtyard of honour forming a U-shape. It comprises a main building with two wings set at right angles to each other, ending in a wall with battlements and merlons. The courtyard is enclosed by a gate, in keeping with the French models for Second Empire châteaux. To the south, the château extends into stunningly beautiful parklands, complete with a lake. A bridle path shaded by majestic ornamental trees invites you to relax and discover a dovecote (listed as a historic monument) dating from the 15th century. An ideal place to enjoy the warm summer evenings in complete tranquillity. With approx. 400 sqm of living space, the château comprises : The ground floor (approx. 200sqm) comprises : A vestibule leading to the reception rooms, which open onto a splendid terrace overlooking the valley and the pond. There is a large lounge with wood panelling, a beautiful fireplace, herringbone parquet flooring and a panoramic view over the parklands, two smaller lounges, a beautiful dining room, kitchen, bathroom and cellar. The east wing contains a second kitchen, a study and a boiler room. In the west tower, there is a bedroom that can be accessed from the outside. A fine oak staircase with balusters and a back staircase lead to the first floor, where a landing and a corridor lead to four good-sized bedrooms, two bathrooms with sanitary facilities in the main part of the castle and one bedroom in each of the two towers. The second floor can be accessed via the main staircase, which is currently used as an attic and could be converted into an additional room. The overall layout is functional and coherent, and the rooms are warm and welcoming. The rooms are very luminous, benefiting from numerous windows on both sides. The authentic interior decoration conveys the impression of a family home. The fine materials used include wood panelling, parquet flooring, mouldings and fireplaces. Outbuildings: The courtyard of the castle is surrounded by two large outbuildings that border the main courtyard: To the West (to the right of the castle), the caretaker's cottage (approx. 45 sqm): living room/kitchen with terrace to the rear, one bedroom, bathroom and toilet. There is also a shed and a storage area for equipment. To the East (to the right of the castle), a building used as a garage, two beautiful stables that can accommodate five horses and a space used as a shed. Further on, a dovecote (listed as a historic monument) with a circular foot dominates the castle grounds above the park and pond. Its architectural features suggest that it dates from the 15th or 16th centuries. Inside, 533 bolts are stacked one on top of the other. The arrangement of the bolts is very regular, with six rows of bolts above and below a flight threshold. The interior still has a gallows supporting a ladder. The floor is paved. Near the château : -A large barn (approx. 400 sqm floor surface area) that could be used for storage. -A first occupied house spanning approx. 55 sqm: 1 lounge, 1 kitchen, 3 bedrooms, a bathroom and a garage. -A second occupied house of around 50 sqm: 1 lounge/kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a garage. -A third occupied house of approx. 75 sqm: 1 lounge/kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. The entire estate is in one piece, and the castle is ideally set in gently undulating countryside, giving this green setting an extremely pleasant atmosphere. The property comprises approx. 24 acres of parklands, free to let, planted with large ornamental trees and featuring a beautiful pond. The 266 acres estate comprises a large, beautiful land complex: - 2 ponds. - 113 hectares of rented land. - 150 hectares of vacant land. All protected from nuisance, with no neighbours and no roads. Cabinet LE NAIL – Poitou-Charentes – M Godefroid COLLEE: +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

For sale, a château listed in the supplementary inventory of Historical Monuments from the 11th to the 15th and 18th centuries, approximately 821 m² with 401 m² of living space, partially restored on 7.11 hectares. This château is located in Corrèze, north of Brive-la-Gaillarde and on the borders of Dordogne. The château from the 11th to 15th and 18th centuries. This château, listed as a Historical Monument and placed on a rocky spur, offers a preserved place free of any nuisance on 7.11 hectares in one block. This dwelling in a hamlet consists of a lord's house, a dungeon with an old stable, vaulted cellars, a square tower, and the remains of a chapel with its crypt. A surrounding wall traces the medieval history of this château. The château rises over 3 levels. Each level measures approximately 183 m². The top level is designated as an attic. A living room, a kitchen, 4 bedrooms, a bathroom, and a shower room. A terrace on the upper floor. On the upper floor of the porch, 4 bedrooms remain to be renovated. A garden shielded from view in a dominant position. History and architecture. The site of this château was an oppidum during the time of the Gauls due to its strategic location. Before the year 1000, a wooden château was built at this location. In the 11th century, this château was transformed into a feudal fortress with a four-level tower, 3 vaulted cellars, and surrounding walls. The château was destroyed during the Hundred Years' War. In the 15th century, the dwelling was rebuilt with a chapel, a keystone, the lord's house, evidenced by the kitchen floor, and Gothic arcading. In the 17th century, a fire destroyed the château, which was rebuilt in the 18th century as we know it today. This château was titled viscountcy, and its lords held this title. Illustrious guests stayed there, such as Mr. de Mirabeau, who had his own room that bears his name. The family was linked to Turenne.This description has been automatically translated from French.