castles with panoramic view for sale Midi Pyrénées, France (page 2)

This impressive 20th century chateau surrounded by its vineyards and parkland offers many opportunities to a discerning buyer. The crop is currently maintained and sold to a nearby cooperative. The wide range of outbuildings show that it was once an independent concern. With some fenced paddocks, a small lunge pen and 4 stables it is suitable for equestrian pursuits. There is an in ground swimming pool for relaxation and terraces around the chateau for entertaining or lounging. A converted dovecote could be used as a gîte and with some renovation other outbuildings could provide additional accommodation. History This renaissance style chateau was rebuilt at the start of the 20th century on the site of a 16th century Gascon chateau. It boasts an hexagonal tower at one end and a round tower at the other. Internally there are numerous features of note from this period including fireplaces, flooring, staircases and traditional oak woodwork and tiles. Key Points Private location not far from facilities The chateau is in need of major renovation internally to provide comfortable and modern accommodation A wide range of outbuildings offering a range of possibilities for development Well set out and maintained gardens and parkland with mature trees The Chateau The chateau is on 3 levels with large windows providing large bright rooms with views over the land. The structure was reroofed less than 10 years ago but only a small part of the ground floor has been lived in since then. There is some central heating provided by an oil fired boiler. The layout flows reasonably well and could be a large family home with living spaces on the ground floor, bedrooms on the first floor and an independent flat on the top floor. Other buildings The dovecot (75m2) has recently been upgraded to form a 1 bedroomed gîte over 3 levels. It has a purpose built wooden staircase between the floors. Of note is the detail of the woodwork on the top floor bedroom. The middle floor has a sitting room and shower room and the ground floor a kitchen diner. Gardens. A gravel driveway leads up to and surrounds the chateau. An above ground swimming pool Land In total there are approximately 74 hectares surrounding the chateau and outbuildings. It comprises of meadows and land of 26 hectares, 7 hectares of woodland and 40 hectares of vines. The parkland has numerous trees over 100 years old. Currently grapes of these varieties are grown - Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Colombard, Gros Manseng, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris and Ugri Blanc. Location The estate is set back off a departmental road and is about 3 kilometres from a town with a wide range of shops and leisure pursuits. The motorway network The TGV The major international airports of Bordeaux and Toulouse are 1hr 30 mins drive. . Full details can be obtained by contacting [email protected]

Fully modernised including recent double glazing, central heating and new roof to the outbuilding. It retains the original features and thus is full of character and charm. The chateau is furnished and has recently been decorated in a more contemporary style with numerous original paintings and artefacts enhancing the ambiance. Most rooms have large windows or doors, often on two walls making the large rooms bright. Wide entrance doors open to a spacious hall with original tiling and an ornate broad wooden staircase. To one side is a library/ games room with extensive oak bookcases and inlaid oak parquet flooring. On the other side is the main lounge with large open fireplace and a built in bar. The kitchen is accessed from the lounge and is set out in a traditional farmhouse style with room for a small table. To the rear there is a good sized formal dining room and a wide corridor used as a music area. There is potential to develop a further room which is currently used as a utility area and dogs lounge. Upstairs the landing is spacious and the 4 individually styled bedrooms, 3 of which are ensuite and a further bathroom and a room currently used as a dressing room but could easily be a further bedroom. Other buildings There is a large renovated outbuilding near the entrance which has a large garage/ workshop, a self contained 50m2 gîte with open plan kitchen/ dining room and lounge area, a comfortable bedroom with an ensuite shower room with toilet. A door leads to a further covered area which can also be accessed from the gardens. Here there is seating and surfaces with a plancha which can be used for small soirées . A stair in the centre takes you up to a large area approx. 100m2 which has had all the services installed . There is a large central kitchen / dining area and lounge and on each side there is a bedroom with ensuite shower room. Garden and grounds The grounds extend to one and a half hectares which is fully enclosed and there are wide ranging views across farmland to the Pyrenees. Automatic gates open to a mainly lawned front garden. The gardens to the side and rear are mostly lawn with accents in different areas - there is a pond stocked with fish; a large 12x6m chlorine swimming pool with paved terrace; a covered summer kitchen with BBQ; a pergola used for dining and a separate field suitable for animals or growing vegetables. The chateau is at the edge of a quiet village.

This elegant early 19th century chateau is set within a mature parkland of 11 hectares with numerous trees and views over the surrounding countryside. Currently a variety of businesses are run dependent on the season. The chateau itself is listed as a 10 bedroomed 3*star hotel, a restaurant, holiday chalets and a campsite. Weddings are hosted and it is possible to accommodate 140 guests. The chateau itself retains its character with stained glass windows, chestnut staircase, original tiled and oak floors. The ground floor has a reception area, a guest lounge and dining room, and a one bedroomed apartment. Upstairs there are 10 ensuite bedrooms, each with a quite distinctive feel and all have views over the parkland. There is potential for 2 more, but work would need to be completed to comply with current legislation. The wing has a large kitchen and owners accommodation. There is a separate fully equipped kitchen for the restaurant, an indoor bar and restaurant leading to a large terrace in front of the chateau which provides additional covers in the summer. The chalets, which are all fully equipped for 6 people have 3 bedrooms, an open plan living and dining area and kitchen and a shower room. They all have balconies with bbq's are set away from the chateau with open outlooks over the parkland. The 80 pitches are of varying sizes and orientations, many with electrical link ups, again away from the chateau and some at the perimeter of the parkland. There is a large outbuilding with showers and toilets as well as an area for washing dishes etc. There are play areas for children and 2 swimming pools, one for small children. Around the pools there are extensive sunbathing terraces.