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Renaissance Château Listed as a French Historic Monument An Exceptional Heritage Estate at the Gateway to Lyon Overlooking the Forez plain in an unspoilt setting, this remarkable 16th- and 17th-century Renaissance château, listed as a French Historic Monument for its façades and roofs, embodies the timeless elegance of France's great historic residences. Built upon the foundations of a former medieval fortress, the property reveals magnificent reception rooms, seven bedrooms, a private chapel and substantial additional volumes offering outstanding development potential. The architectural ensemble has preserved its authenticity and remarkable coherence throughout the centuries. Set within more than four hectares of fully enclosed grounds, the estate features formal French gardens, ornamental ponds, fountains, 19th-century orangeries, a caretaker's house and extensive outbuildings, creating an environment of exceptional elegance and distinction. Just a few minutes from Saint-Galmier and only one hour from Lyon, this unique property is ideally suited as a prestigious private residence, while also offering exceptional potential for a luxury hospitality, events, cultural or institutional project. A rare estate where history, heritage and the French art of living come together in timeless elegance.

Just an hour from Paris, in the heart of a well-preserved village in the Beauvais region, the Château de Troissereux, set behind its moats and canals, boasts one of the most remarkable examples of Renaissance architecture in the Hauts-de-France region. Built in the 15th and 16th centuries and attributed to the Italian architect Sebastiano Serlio, this château, listed as a Historic Monument, offers a rare combination of historical authenticity, architectural elegance and poetic landscaping. () The complex features brick and ashlar stone architecture, organised around a majestic main courtyard. The famous ‘Tour du Temps’, a unique alchemical tower housing a spiral staircase and a listed medieval clock, gives the site an absolutely unique identity. () The estate is surrounded by a listed park of approximately 12 hectares attributed to Bernard Palissy, criss-crossed by long canals, featuring moats, remarkable trees dating back several centuries and an exceptional natural ecosystem that is home to numerous migratory birds. () The château retains many period features and spacious reception rooms: salons, a library, a dining room, boudoirs and apartments, offering a refined setting for a family home, a reception venue or a high-end events project. A rare historic property, combining heritage, nature and the art of living, in a privileged setting in the immediate vicinity of Beauvais and its international airport. This property is presented by Sandrine Connell – EI Estate Agent – +33 (0)7 84 42 15 76. Full details available on request. Information on the risks associated with this property is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

The Château du Maréchal de Saxe An Exceptional Historic Estate on the Outskirts of Paris. Just twenty kilometres from Paris, at the heart of an estate spanning approximately sixty hectares, the Château de la Grange, better known as the Château du Maréchal de Saxe, stands among the most remarkable historic residences in the Île-de-France region. Originally commissioned in 1617 by Charles Duret de Chevry, Superintendent of Finances under King Louis XIII, and designed by the architect Jean Thiriot, a close associate of Cardinal Richelieu, the château was built on the foundations of a former fortified farm in the heart of the Forest of La Grange. Its elegant brick-and-stone architecture, a hallmark of the Louis XIII style, gives the property a timeless distinction. Offering approximately 1,300 sq.m (14,000 sq.ft) of living space, complemented by around 1,700 sq.m (18,300 sq.ft) of outbuildings, the estate presents exceptional potential for a luxury hospitality, events, institutional or mixed-use development of international standing. The château entered history in 1748 when it was acquired by Maurice de Saxe, Marshal of France, victor of the Battle of Fontenoy and one of the greatest military strategists of the eighteenth century. He undertook extensive improvements to the estate, including the creation of the celebrated Galerie des Stucs (Stucco Gallery). Over the centuries, the estate passed into the hands of several distinguished families closely connected to the highest circles of power, notably the Gourgaud family, whose history is deeply intertwined with the Napoleonic era. Listed as a Historic Monument, the château has preserved its façades, roofs, ceremonial gallery, several historic reception rooms, its Cour d’Honneur, moats, magnificent entrance gates and a substantial part of its landscaped park. The current owners have successfully revived the estate by restoring its historic salons and establishing a refined gourmet restaurant, demonstrating the remarkable potential of a property where heritage, gastronomy, nature and the French art of entertaining coexist in perfect harmony. Today, this extraordinary estate awaits a new visionary owner. Its immediate proximity to Paris, the quality of its architectural heritage, the scale of its buildings and the beauty of its grounds make it a truly rare opportunity to create a prestigious hotel. Some estates preserve history. Others offer the opportunity to write it.

Located in the heart of the Périgord Vert, amidst the rolling countryside of Mareuil-en-Périgord, the Château de Beaulieu sits in a pristine setting just minutes from the local shops and amenities. Listed as a Historic Monument, its estate of approximately 75 hectares comprises gardens, meadows and woodland, creating an atmosphere of great serenity. Built in the 18th century and flanked by two medieval towers dating from the 15th century, the château is laid out in an elegant U-shape. A majestic avenue of ancient horse chestnut trees leads to the main courtyard, enclosed by wrought-iron gates. To the rear, a stone pool extends the vista across the garden before opening onto the meadows and woods. The main building, constructed of limestone and topped with a slate roof in excellent condition, offers approximately 900 sq.m of living area in need of complete renovation. A monumental staircase sets the tone upon arrival. Spacious reception rooms flow into one another, enhanced by remarkable French-style ceiling beams, while the upper floor boasts a ceiling height of 4.50 metres. Cut-stone fireplaces, former outbuildings converted within the two wings, a chapel, and an attic featuring a remarkable timber framework all testify to the property's architectural quality. Currently stripped back to its shell, the building nonetheless presents a sound structure with a roof in excellent condition. This could be an exceptional renovation project, whether for use as a private residence or a commercial venture. The Château de Beaulieu was once the home of designer André Dubreuilh, and he left his mark on the main courtyard with a magnificent mobile sculpture. Standing out for its history, architecture and setting, the Château de Beaulieu will appeal to any heritage enthusiasts seeking to restore a magnificent residence to its full splendour.

At the gates of Dauphiné, an emblematic castle listed as a historical monument. The estate is established within a vast fortified enclosure of about one kilometer, whose walls remind us of its original defensive purpose. The castle, a major stronghold of medieval Dauphiné, built from the 13th century and then remodeled until the Renaissance, is constructed in a U-shaped plan around a large inner courtyard. The main building, made of limestone and rubble, is raised to three levels above the ground floor. The facades are largely pierced with mullioned windows and are animated, on the courtyard side, by arcaded galleries and Renaissance loggias, which testify to the gradual transformation of the fortress into a lordly residence. The whole is flanked by a round tower from the 14th century, a square tower, and a preserved keep, while several vestiges of curtain walls remain. The steep roofs, covered with flat tiles creating a polychrome diamond pattern or of pepperbox style, are punctuated by dormer windows and tall chimney stacks. To the east, a path leads to the entrance porch. To the south, the French gardens open onto a wooded park. A caretaker's lodge and former stables are located near the main residence and complete the historical organization of the site.This description has been automatically translated from French.

100 km from Paris - Normandy - Medieval chateau and its estate of 6 independent houses - Excellent condition - 13 hectares free of lease - Superb garden - River - Dovecote. Listed Historic Monument. Listed and classified site. Rouen, Normandy. 100 km from Paris, on the edge of a charming Norman village, nestled in a valley bordered by a river gently winding through the landscape, this medieval chateau rises vertically, attached to an octagonal tower in the middle of superb classical gardens crossed by the river. Around the chateau and its dovecote, 6 independent houses form an estate converted into a regional art center in 1970, which has enjoyed an exceptionally brilliant artistic life up to the present day through the work and exhibitions of internationally renowned artists such as Victor Vasarely, Salvador Dalí, Georges Mathieu, Fernand Léger, Gérard Fromanger, Robert Combas, Erró ..., some of whom created portraits of the property. The cultural activity developed through exhibition halls, a boutique, a restaurant, a museum, administrative offices, three apartments and two residential thatched cottages. 1°) The chateau of approximately 550 m² over five levels, consisting of a square keep attached to an octagonal watchtower. 6 large exhibition or reception rooms over 3 levels (2 per level), featuring beautiful decorative elements including a monumental 15th-century coat-of-arms fireplace; a private apartment on the 2nd floor including two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a kitchen/dining room. 2°) The dovecote of approximately 55 m² containing its original timber framework with its internal rotating ladder beneath a pepper-pot roof. 3°) A caretaker's house of approximately 180 m² in 19th-century brickwork (office on the ground floor and caretaker's accommodation with 4 rooms, plus an apartment on the 1st floor including two bedrooms and a bathroom). 4°) A pigeon house of approximately 20 m² housing three visitor restrooms and a water-softening station. 5°) Former stables of approximately 160 m² with restored half-timbering over two levels, housing the estate boutique. Large hall, storage area; upstairs, a studio and a bathroom. 6°) An 18th-century half-timbered house of approximately 110 m² over 2 levels converted into a museum. 7°) The tea room restaurant, known as “La Cascade”, of approximately 200 m² on a single level, comprising a 70-seat dining room, kitchen, storage rooms and a large terrace by the river. Two toilets upstairs and PRM-accessible toilets on the ground floor. 8°) Two independent residential thatched cottages of approximately 120 m² and 80 m² — each over two levels. Large living room, 3 bedrooms. A laundry room, two additional rooms, a studio, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen. Independent access. 9°) An agricultural outbuilding of approximately 100 m² used as a storage shed and workshop. This hamlet, expressing a typically Norman charm, is set in the heart of a 13-hectare park combining high-quality formal French gardens in front of the chateau and an English-style garden nestled within the curves of the river crossing the property. Private visitor parking at the entrance for 42 cars. Historic Monument protection: Facade and roof of the dovecote (cad. AB 72): listed by decree dated 21 November 1985; Facades and roofs of the residence (cad. AB 71): listed by decree dated 26 April 1991. Listed and classified site. Gas-fired central heating for the chateau. Oil-fired central heating for the thatched cottages. Mains drainage. 4 access points. Property tax: 5,000 euros/year Insurance: 5,000 euros/year A full-time couple of gardeners. Location: 100 km from Paris. 25 km from Rouen, all shops and services, hospital, train station, Paris in 1h16. Bus line in the village, Rouen in 30 minutes. First shops and services in the village at 400 meters. Price: 2,982,000 euros agency fees included (including 6.1% agency fees payable by the buyer). Including fees of 6.5% TTC to be paid by of the purchaser. Price excluding fees 2 800 000 €. Not subject to DPE. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

Réf. 4661 : Monumental castellan ensemble in Berry, near a renowned sanctuary In the historic province of Berry, within the Indre département, we present an impressive castellated ensemble located at the meeting point of two distinct natural regions: the Champagne Berrichonne and the Boischaut Nord. The former is a gently undulating landscape of open plains dedicated to cereal cultivation, stretching between the Indre and Cher départements. The latter, with more pronounced relief, is characterised by woodlands and hedgerows, interspersed with streams feeding into the nearby River Indre. Paris lies 280 km to the north, and Tours less than 100 km away. Châteauroux, the local administrative centre, is under 30 km from the estate and offers all the amenities and services of a mid-sized town, including a station on the Paris–Toulouse rail line and access to the A20 motorway. For day-to-day needs, the small town of Buzançais is less than a ten-minute drive. The region also enjoys considerable appeal from a tourism perspective. The Val de l’Indre Golf Course is just 11 km away, while the Brenne Regional Nature Park—also known as the Land of a Thousand Lakes—is only slightly further afield. The European Route d’Artagnan, dedicated to equestrian tourism, passes directly by the château, which is fully equipped to accommodate both horses and riders. Most notably, the property lies just minutes from the Marian sanctuary of Pellevoisin. Following a recent decision by the Vatican and a full renovation of its facilities due for completion by 2026, the sanctuary is expected to attract a significant increase in pilgrim visitors in the coming years. The history of the château is closely linked to the Brillac, or Brilhac, family, who are believed to have acquired it through marriage around 1300. At the end of the 15th century, Charles de Brillac, Master of the Household to King Louis XII, rebuilt the old medieval fortress. The new château he had constructed is characteristic of a transitional period. It retains the appearance of a medieval castle with ostentatious military architecture (keep, machicolated towers), while its layout already reflects that of a pleasure residence. Later, from 1636 onwards, another lord of the estate, Jean Phelyppeaux, seigneur of Buzançais and Palluau, added significant outbuildings forming a U-shape around a lower courtyard. Finally, after 1830, the De Lamotte family transformed the château’s south wing into a modern three-storey residence, with floors dedicated respectively to service, reception, and family life. This is how the castle complex appears to us today. The property comprises a group of buildings where the château proper can be distinguished from the outbuildings. The château includes a listed section with a keep and two round towers with conical roofs and a machicolated walkway. The keep rises over five floors and is flanked at the corners by three watchtowers and a stair tower. The first floor is a vast hall with ribbed vaulting. The upper floors each feature a large room of around 80 m² with monumental fireplaces. The central tower, known as the Brillac tower, has four floors, the top three each containing a room of approximately 40 m², with monumental fireplaces. The last tower has two levels of bedrooms, one of which includes an antechamber and a bathroom. These three towers are connected by two galleries on two levels. On the ground floor, peristyles with flamboyant Gothic-style decoration. On the upper level, one open arcaded gallery and one enclosed gallery with monumental fireplaces. The 19th-century residence is a long, classically styled building with two main floors, flanked by towers. The ground floor includes the service areas: a large stone-paved kitchen, a vestibule with staircase and mezzanine, and various small rooms. The first floor, divided by a fine cross hallway, is a reception area with a large wood-panelled drawing room, a small salon, and a study. The top floor is an intimate living space with a library, four bedrooms, dressing rooms and antechambers, and two bathrooms. Each floor of the residence has approximately 220 sqm of living space. Outbuildings: The outbuildings offer nearly 3,000 sqm of available space, mainly grouped within a long 17th-century structure arranged in a U-shape around the lower courtyard. Built over two levels, including an attic floor, the building is roofed with traditional flat clay tiles. The attic is lit by gabled or mill-style dormer windows with triangular pediments. The various sections comprise: -A corner pavilion, roofed in slate and converted into a caretaker’s house of approximately 150 sqm of habitable space. -The so-called "Eastern Outbuildings", featuring the entrance porch to the village and large rooms fitted out as a local history museum. -At the corner, a bread oven and a three-storey round tower with a conical roof and adjoining spiral stair turret. -The "Northern Outbuildings", an extensive wing including: A communal kitchen for around 60 people; Five bedrooms accommodating between 1 and 11 guests, each with an individual shower room; A refectory or banquet hall; A secondary dining area known as the "Arcade Room"; Two small kitchens; Communal WCs and showers. -A corner pavilion containing a two-room apartment awaiting conversion. The "Western Outbuildings", housing: A central heating plant; A workshop; A tack room; Stables and storage areas. Separated from the western outbuildings by a second arched gateway leading into the estate is a 19th-century barn with large timber doors, roofed in slate and currently used for storing agricultural vehicles. Additional features on the estate include: -A mill housing a 19th-century micro hydroelectric power station. -A charming lakeside pavilion, in need of restoration. -A large timber storage barn. The estate extends over a total area of 35.7 hectares and is entirely enclosed by a perimeter wall measuring approximately 2.5 kilometres in length—an exceptional feature. The grounds are criss-crossed by paths that divide the property into several distinct zones: Ten hectares of arable land, currently under direct cultivation. A large horse paddock of just over 2 hectares, located to the rear of the western outbuildings. An enclosed field of 3.5 hectares. -A pond of slightly more than 3 hectares, complete with its own pavilion. -A reference orchard featuring several varieties of quince trees. -An avenue lined with eight apple trees. -Meadows and pastureland. The rental situation : The château currently hosts small groups for training sessions. However, the accommodation and reception capacities of the outbuildings make it entirely feasible to welcome larger groups—whether on foot, on horseback, or by coach—and even to host prestigious events in a truly majestic setting. The following parts are classified as Historic Monument : as per the 1930 decree, the three eastern towers with machicolations, along with the two wings that connect them. This property is a historic monument (allowing fiscal tax cuts if you pay taxes in France). Cabinet LE NAIL – Berry - Limousin - Mr Christian MAUVE : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Christian MAUVE, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 437 693 534. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

- EXCLUSIVE - 56 HECTARES - 8 PONDS - ABBEY PALACE - THIERACHES - CISTERCIAN ABBEY XII-XIII-XVII-XVIII CENTURY - SUMPTUOUS ENVIRONMENT FREE OF ANY NUISANCE - RUINED ABBEY CHURCH - 3 HOUSES - TO BE COMPLETELY RESTORED - SURROUNDING CHARLEVILLE-MEZIERES - ARDENNES. An offer has been accepted on this property, which is therefore no longer available. However, we invite you to contact us so that we can keep you informed of any changes to the situation and share our latest listings, including properties offered for sale confidentially. Facing a splendid view nestled at the confluence of three valleys, this Cistercian abbey founded in 1152 presents sumptuous remains of the 13th century abbey church with a 52 meter long nave, a 17th century abbey palace, a Louis XIII pavilion, a clock tower, 13 ponds. The ruin of an abbey church from the beginning of the 13th century in the shape of a Latin cross, has a 52m long nave, with a sumptuous rose window on the south transept, triforium, chapels, Romanesque style portal. Conventual dwelling resembling an abbey palace in the mid-17th century around 1650. Symmetrical facade; containing refectory, dormitory, library, kitchen, one wing of the vaulted cloister, monumental staircase, contemporary with the ducal place of Charleville-Mézière 1612-1628, brick and stone, chaining, bands, end vaults of the cloister, before projecting monumental body ; length of 90 meters (including 45m of main building). On the ground floor: sumptuous staircase hall; vaulted gallery; chapel, living room, dining room, monks' kitchen, fireplace; semi-detached apartment. First floor ; large hall, gallery, billiards, 6 rooms decorated with woodwork, alcoves, low paneling. Attic. Restored accommodation in the lower wing as an extension of the abbey dwelling. Abbot's house, interior work in progress, new roof. Clock campanile with the clock still running. Old farm, including barns and a house currently inhabited which is the subject of a right of use given for life to a person outside the sale born in 1968. This right of use is strictly personal and cannot be nor given or sold. Numerous outbuildings: Barns, workshops, stables, garages... Charming Louis XIII pavilion on the edge of one of the ponds. Significant presence of water: springs, ponds, fountains and streams at the confluence of three valleys. Water renowned for centuries for its purity. 56 hectares: around 7,5 ha of park free of leas, 31,5ha of agricultural land, 10ha of woods, around 7 hectares of ponds (8 ponds) Listed MH: ruin of the abbey church. Location : - 200km Paris - 150km Lille, airport - 40km Charleville Mézière, TGV station; 50 minutes; Paris at 2:13. - 20km Belgium, 15 minutes. - 15km Rozoi sur Serre, shops, services, supermarket; - 23km Hirson. - 67km Laon. Price: 1,286,400 Euros agency fees included, payable by the seller OPTION: 161 HECTARES IN TOTAL AT A PRICE OF 2,572,800 Euros. 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.

Iin the footsteps of Joan of Arc, a 16th-century, former small village castle, listed as a historical monument. The property is located in the centre of the village, opposite the church, overlooking the plain. It is the result of joining two buildings built with lime rendered rubble stone. The first one stands alongside the street and was probably a former farming outbuilding. It has two storeys and a finely crafted corner bracket, four windows, three bullseye windows and a wooden garage door. Standing perpendicularly next to it, the residence’s front facade overlooks a gravelled courtyard, while there is a patio to the rear, a garden and slopes planted with fir trees, while shrubs and fruit trees stand against the southern gable end. The property also possesses a single-storey outbuilding, situated next to the former farm outbuilding, topped with a roof of interlocking tiles. The entirety of the main residence, the facade and roof of the outbuilding, the courtyard area and the boundary wall including a period gate are all listed as a historic monument.

Overlooking the deep gorges of the Dore from its rocky spur, this former priory fort raises its main facade facing south. The castle consists of a rectangular main building from the 15th century flanked to the east by a tall and massive 13th-century keep and to the west by a circular 15th-century tower. The main building was remodeled in the 18th century by the former prior just before the Revolution and then in the 1910s, its owner, the painter Louis Retru, renovated it and enriched it with neo-Gothic interior decoration. The entire complex has been listed in the Supplementary Inventory of Historical Monuments since 1926. The keep offers 2 levels, each consisting of a barrel-vaulted room, one of which is pierced by 3 crossbow slits. A staircase set within the thickness of the wall leads to a 20 m² terrace bordered by crenellations and merlons from which the 360° panorama is superb. The main building offers approximately 156 m² of living space. On the ground floor: entrance through the tower, a 9 m² kitchen with access Directly to the garden, a 32 m² living room with a monumental fireplace, a painted ceiling, and wall paintings, an 8 m² office with Versailles parquet floor, and a 14 m² lounge with a monumental fireplace and a trefoil window. On the first floor: an 11 m² bedroom with a stone fireplace and access to a 7 m² loggia, an 8 m² office with a painted ceiling and wall paintings, a 23 m² bedroom with a monumental fireplace, a painted ceiling, wall paintings, and a shower room in the tower. On the second floor: an 18 m² bedroom, a bathroom, and an attic with sloping ceilings. A 70 m² barn used as a garage is attached to the house and could be converted. Beneath it, a beautiful 48 m² vaulted stone cellar. Electric central heating, plumbing, connection to the main sewer, electricity, and bathroom date from 2010. Energy performance diagnosis: not submitted because protected historic monument (ISMH). A charming terraced hanging garden faces due south, and the courtyard extends to the west, at the foot of a magnificent church From the 14th century. The park to the east contains another tower and the remains of the moats. In total, the property covers 3,122 m2. The castle and the church overlook the village located 7 km from Courpière and 20 km from Thiers and its access to the A71.

SUMPTUOUS 18TH-CENTURY CHATEAU IN UPPER PROVENCE - Luberon - 13 Hectares - Superb view - Listed Historic Monument - 1 hour from Aix-en-Provence - Forcalquier - Provence. In a sublime landscape with views stretching for several kilometers, this classical palace built around 1720 perfectly illustrates the French art of living during the Regency period, worthy of the film Que la fête commence. The architectural magnificence of what is considered the finest 18th-century chateau in Provence is matched only by the extraordinary effort required to build it during the last plague epidemic in Europe, in Marseille from 1720 to 1722, combined with colossal financial means born from the financial euphoria of John Law's banking system. A work by the great Parisian architect Pierre-Alexis Delamair, who designed the Hôtel de Soubise in Paris, now home to the National Archives, its construction was entrusted to Jean-Baptiste Franque, who created some of the finest 18th-century monuments in Provence, notably in Aix and Avignon. Its 18th-century classical architecture, strongly inspired by Parisian and Versailles architecture, is particularly refined, classical and symmetrical, centered around a projecting central section with three bays of French windows beneath a large pediment. It is known as the “Trianon of Provence”. Its gables are equally remarkable, with extremely rich sculptures, elaborate wrought-iron balconies, and on the park side, overlooking from a broad terrace the vast formal French gardens recently recreated, the central projection of the façade displays a sumptuous portico of four fully rounded columns, exceptionally rare for a private residence in the 18th century, as such elements inspired by Antiquity were reserved for the highest-ranking figures connected to the royal family. Inside, beneath ceilings reaching 5.3 meters high and flooded with light from every direction, the entrance hall opens onto the grand 80 m² reception salon. It is decorated with pilasters topped by Ionic capitals, echoed by monumental free-standing columns leading to the majestic staircase, entirely open through its grand flight of steps rising to the upper floor, populated with columns forming balconies dramatically overlooking the hall. It is undoubtedly one of the finest private 18th-century staircases in France. The ground floor opens on every side into a sequence of reception rooms with very restrained décor, left unfinished in the 18th century after the collapse of Law's banking system in 1720, in which the Forbin family, patrons of the property, are said to have participated. A grand salon, a music room adorned with a balustrade, a salon with alcove and niche, a large dining room with a neo-Gothic fireplace, an entrance hall on the south gable at the location of the former chapel, two large rooms used as visitor boutiques, and a mezzanine apartment with 3 bedrooms. Linen room, WC. A mezzanine apartment on the south gable, a kitchen, a living/dining room, access via the south staircase; on the mezzanine level upstairs, an office, a linen room, two bedrooms, and access to the mezzanine of the music salon. On the first floor, an extraordinary and highly impressive gallery 45 meters long runs alongside the majestic columned hall overlooking the staircase. 8 very beautiful bedrooms, some with antechambers and private cabinets, decorated with fireplaces. A billiard-library adorned with magnificent 19th-century wallpapers. A chapel. A large attic. Large and beautiful vaulted stone cellars. Wine cellars. Tunnel. Central heating in part of the chateau. In the outbuildings: Two guesthouses with 2 and 3 bedrooms. A 3-bedroom residence. A reception hall seating 150 guests in the former orangery, professional kitchen, restrooms. A large garage for 2 cars. A swimming pool. Sumptuous terraced gardens arranged along a 500-meter axial perspective: 300 meters of grand avenue facing the chateau and 270 meters on the terraced garden side. Embroidery gardens recreating the original 18th-century plans by Pierre-Alexis Delamair preserved in Munich, reconstructed in 2023, highlighted by a monumental stone obelisk. A very beautiful and large ornamental pond with its fountain to the north. 18th-century double-flight staircases. Location: -2.5 km from the first shops and services. A hotel 1.5 km away. -3 km from a 5-star hotel. -5 km from Forcalquier, all shops and services. -20 km from the A51 motorway. -67 km from Aix-en-Provence (1 hour). -87 km from Aix TGV station (1h10). Paris in 2h50. Price: 5,900,000 euros agency fees included, 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.

CHATEAU WITH SUMPTUOUS RENAISSANCE AND 18TH-CENTURY ARCHITECTURE 60 KM FROM PARIS - One of the most beautiful gardens in Île-de-France - Superb decorative interiors - Gallery - 26 hectares free of lease - Fully listed Historic Monument - Vexin, Val d'Oise, Île-de-France. 60 km from Paris, in a beautiful preserved valley of the lush Vexin region, this Renaissance chateau built around 1540 and enlarged around 1710 and 1780 is nestled within an enchanting setting of Italian-style gardens, among the most beautiful in the surroundings of Paris. On the honor courtyard, the 1540 Renaissance façade is adorned with a rich décor of pilasters, capitals, and foliage scroll friezes, making it one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in private hands. A grand staircase leads to the large entrance hall of the chateau. On the right, the medieval keep with its two watchtowers has been preserved and also embellished with Renaissance decoration. To the west, the extraordinary gardens inspired by the Villa Gamberaia in Tuscany, among the most beautiful in France, unfold across three Renaissance terraces through a play of perspectives featuring boxwood parterres, yew topiaries, lime-tree avenues, and flowing water features. The secret garden with its statue of Neptune and its four squares of black and white tulips. The greenhouse garden with its 24 squares of tree peonies, hellebores, and “Black Parrot” tulips. The Moon Garden, wonderfully composed after that of the Gamberaia, is inspired by Andrea Mantegna's early 16th-century painting “Virtues and Vices” preserved at the Louvre. Architecture here is created by nature itself: the portico is formed from yew trees, and the half-moon shape is made of water. A cascade flows through the garden from north to south. The Sun Garden on the upper terrace is composed of a checkerboard pattern, blooming in spring with 40,000 daffodils and yew-shaped chess pieces. To the south, a superb classical façade built around 1710, of outstanding architectural quality, features five ground-floor arcades framing the staircase of the Renaissance gallery opening onto the park. The large pediment is decorated with a Rococo cartouche. The interior combines sumptuous Renaissance volumes with high-quality 18th-century decorative interiors. Inside, this residence bears witness to the splendor of the Renaissance through two salons with vast fireplaces, one featuring a remarkable sculpted ceiling, a large Renaissance gallery, and a Renaissance staircase with straight flights, barrel-vaulted and decorated with moldings and pilasters. The refinement of the 18th century unfolds in the staircase hall, particularly open, luminous, and theatrical, with cabochon flooring and a highly elegant wrought-iron banister. A small salon, a dining room decorated with wood paneling, a spectacular office-library extending over two floors with a balustraded skylight. A library. A small dining room. On the second floor, 7 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 WCs, and a large 100 m² salon adorned with a marble fireplace. In the bedrooms are several beautiful decorative features including wood paneling, alcoves, and 18th-century marble and limestone fireplaces. On the third floor, a beautiful southwest-facing bedroom, WC, bathroom, and vast attics. Two spiral staircases. A caretaker's apartment on the garden level restored in 2023–2024, 100 m², 2 bedrooms, living room, entrance hall, bathroom. Extensive outbuildings, barns, monumental wine press, footbath. 5 entrances. Septic tanks. Approximate developed area: 2,300 m². Oil-fired central heating. Mains water supply. Natural spring-fed gravity water system. 26 hectares in one block and free of lease in total, including 4 hectares of walled gardens. EBTS label; Grand Prize for Gardens 2015. Historic Monument protection: The chateau, excluding the classified sections: listed by decree dated 4 June 1926. The façades and roofs: classified by decree dated 20 June 1945. The chateau park, including the built structures and enclosure walls and excluding the statuary, as well as the façades and roofs of the outbuildings and the two original removed turret elements of the chateau (see plan attached to the decree) (cad. B 1676, 640, 643): listed by decree dated 13 December 2006. OPTIONAL: A beautiful 18th-century farmhouse restored in 2023 of approximately 500 m², 5 bedrooms, large kitchen open onto nature and the indoor swimming pool. Brand-new swimming pool. 8,000 m² free of lease. (Price: 790,000 Euros agency fees included, including 4.76% payable by the buyer; option available only in addition to the chateau). Price: 4,460,000 Euros agency fees included (including 4.76% agency fees payable by the buyer). Not subject to DPE. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

We offer you this exceptional property aimed at enthusiasts of history and French heritage. Located in the heart of the French Jura, this classified castle is just 10 minutes from Geneva by air and 1 hour by road. Its accessibility is conducive to organizing international events. Built on a 132-hectare estate, this building from the 13th century is the archetype of a fortress with its keep, towers, and drawbridges crossing the moat that surrounds it. At the end of the 19th century, it was purchased by a wealthy industrialist from Lyon who restored it in Renaissance style, earning the title of 'Best Restoration in France.' In 2002, the current owner acquired it and completed its restoration by 2007 according to historical, artistic, scientific, and technical criteria, thus listing it among the historical monuments of France. Passing through the entrance gate, an avenue of centennial trees leads you to the grounds of the castle, an ancient barony from the 16th century. The authenticity of the site has been carefully preserved through the developments that have made it a very comfortable residence. It boasts a living area of 4000 m2 encompassing 70 rooms spread over 3 floors, including 24 bedrooms and 27 bathrooms. The royal stables are a gem for horse riders, comprising 8 large boxes, as well as a riding arena and a sand dressage area from Fontainebleau. Behind the castle, several buildings have also been restored: - The service building is dedicated to housing service staff. It includes several apartments, a dormitory, and a cafeteria. Various workshops like the forge, bakery, or carpentry are integral to the building. - The gardener's house - The farm (the only building not restored) A surrounding wall encloses the property over 80 hectares. Numerous gravel or paved paths serve the different parks leading to the sublime French-style garden structured over 20 hectares, between forests, mountains, and vineyards. Water is very present throughout the property thanks to an English river, stone canals, waterfalls, and a pond. This castle is a marvel for lovers of history and old stones. Complete file available upon request. The price of this extraordinary property is negotiable and will be determined with serious experts and investors. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: http://www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

In the heart of the Sud-Vienne region, just forty minutes from Poitiers and its TGV station, this remarkable estate offers a rare opportunity to acquire a genuine piece of history in a preserved natural setting. A long private driveway leads to a majestic entrance porch listed as a Historic Monument. As soon as you step through this centuries-old gateway, time seems to stand still. A vast courtyard, surrounded by characterful buildings, gradually reveals the soul of this unique place, shaped over the centuries from the 14th to the 19th century. Overlooking its grounds, the château offers approximately 500 m² of living space. Behind its facades steeped in history, numerous original features remain, bearing witness to its authenticity: monumental fireplaces, antique terracotta tiles, stone floor slabs, parquet flooring, wooden staircases and towers integrated into the architecture. The reception rooms offer generous proportions and a warm atmosphere, whilst the upper floors retain the unspoilt charm of the family homes of yesteryear. Surrounding the château is a particularly harmonious complex comprising a detached house, a spacious holiday cottage that can accommodate up to fourteen people, a tack room, horse stalls, a beautiful barn, a dovecote and several outbuildings, some of which still offer significant potential for conversion or restoration. The holiday cottage, which is in good overall condition, is a valuable asset, offering the opportunity to immediately set up a revenue-generating accommodation business. Outside, the estate covers over 9 hectares comprising meadows, a former orchard, wooded hillsides and natural areas bordered by the river. The views over the surrounding countryside, the presence of water and the rich architectural heritage create a living environment of exceptional quality. This property will require restoration and modernisation work to realise its full potential. It will appeal to heritage enthusiasts, those with plans for tourism, equestrian or events-related ventures, as well as anyone who dreams of breathing new life into a historic residence full of character. An extraordinary place, where history, nature and architecture combine to form a whole of a rarity that is increasingly hard to find. Sale price including agency fees: €583,000. Agency fees payable by the buyer. Agency fees: 6% (including VAT) of the price excluding agency fees. Sale price excluding agency fees: €550,000. Energy rating: C. Climate rating: C. Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 9,126 and 12,346 euros per year. Prices indexed to the years 2021, 2022, and 2023. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Réf. 4770 : Impresive 19th C. château 34km from Angers. Built not far from the banks of the Loire and near charming, typical Loire Valley villages, this sumptuous château, designed by renowned architects, is set in a pristine environment, as can be seen on the hillsides of the “Loire des Promontoires.” This setting, with its rolling countryside and wooded landscapes, provides a harmonious backdrop worthy of the most opulent estates found in Maine-et-Loire during that era. Owned by members of an illustrious family for over eight centuries, it is undoubtedly a reflection of an era that saw the flourishing of numerous châteaux throughout the region, embodying French-style grandeur and comfort. Today, Anjou is among the most sought-after regions for the richness of its historical and architectural heritage. It also stands out for its economic and cultural vitality, of which the Puy du Fou estate is a flagship. In everyday life, the property offers a pleasant living environment. Its central location makes it easily accessible from the major economic hubs of western France, and essential shops and services are nearby. Built of tuffeau stone and terracotta tiles to a design featuring five storeys and a double depth, with a slate roof, the château presents classical façades on the outside, enlivened by the interplay of vertical and horizontal lines formed by the corner string courses, spandrels, bands and a continuous cornice. The main façade consists of a central section flanked by a projecting section and extended by two wings, whilst the opposite façade adopts a composition structured around a central projecting section topped by a half-dome and framed by two return wings. The whole is dotted with sculpted motifs and heraldic elements evoking the history and alliances of the commissioning family. The imposing hipped roof, characteristic of the grand residences of that era, is distinguished by a lively silhouette of multiple hipped sections, dormers and oculi. The interior has largely retained its original layout and décor. The ground floor is centred around a spacious entrance hall leading to a remarkable suspended spiral staircase in oak, connected to an interior gallery and topped by a coffered ceiling adorned with a painted sky motif. On either side, a succession of spacious reception rooms in the Louis XIV and Louis XVI styles: drawing room, state drawing room, billiard room, dining room, state dining room, pantry, small drawing room, study, bedroom with en-suite bathroom, toilet, kitchen, service staircases and lift. On this floor, the décor combines weathered panelling, full-height panelling with medallions, skirting boards painted to resemble marble, console tables and wall sconces, complemented by remarkable woven drapes and valances. On the first floor, the gallery leads to eight bedrooms, seven bathrooms and various utility rooms. This floor features herringbone parquet flooring, remarkable marble fireplaces,a wide variety of decorative motifs and moulded ceilings. On the second floor, there are around ten bedrooms, five bathrooms, a library and various other utility rooms. This floor also features herringbone parquet flooring, marble fireplaces and moulded ceilings. On the third floor, there are nine staff bedrooms and various additional service rooms, all featuring solid wood flooring and elegant marble fireplaces. The property features a number of outbuildings: A remarkable stable block built of local stone and clad in slate, comprising around twenty stalls, a tack room, a barn, coach entrances and outbuildings, all under a roof converted into three flats, each with a living room, kitchen, toilet and bathroom. A gatehouse comprising: on the ground floor, a living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. An additional bedroom on the first floor. A second gatehouse comprising: on the ground floor, a living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and workshop. Two additional bedrooms and a toilet on the first floor. A gardener’s cottage comprising: on the ground floor, a living room, kitchen, bedroom, toilet and bathroom. Three further bedrooms and a toilet on the first floor. The property is in need of restoration. An ice house. An old greenhouse in need of restoration. An old water tower. The château was built in the heart of a vast and remarkable landscaped park created in the second half of the 19th century. Courtyards, shaded avenues, and large ornamental trees dating back several centuries (sequoias, oaks, plane trees, Himalayan cedars, Lebanese cedars, American walnut trees, etc.), gardens, a kitchen garden, a pond (approx. 8,000 sqm), a horse training track (Loire sand), meadows and woods, all form a harmonious ensemble covering approx 122 acres, which still retains its original layout today. The property now forms an estate of great architectural and landscape coherence, a wonderful testament to the elegance and art of living of the grand French mansions of the 19th century. The following parts are classified as Historic Monument : The chateau in its entirety; the façades and roofs of the gardener’s lodge and the stables; the entire walled park with the gates, the underpass, the bridge, the two pottery workshops (with the exception of the veranda adjoining the south workshop), the ice house, the water tower, the greenhouses with the rockery, the walls of the kitchen garden, the flower barn and the ponds in the florist’s garden; all of which constitute the estate, on the plots listed in the land registry, as shown on the plan appended to the order: classification by order of 2022. This property is a historic monument (allowing fiscal tax cuts if you pay taxes in France). Cabinet LE NAIL – Maine-et-Loire - M. Lodoïs HUBERT : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Lodoïs HUBERT, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 792 044 760. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

CHATEAU BUILT FROM THE 15TH TO THE 20TH CENTURY, 120 KM FROM PARIS IN THE PERCHE REGION - Exceptional charm and character - 5 main buildings - 18 bedrooms - 2,500 m² built area - Southern Perche - 8 km from the A10 motorway exit - 20 hectares - Structural shell in good condition, interior fully requiring restoration. Fully listed Historic Monument. On the edge of a small village in the Perche region, 120 km from Paris and 8 km from the motorway, this chateau of exceptional charm consists of 5 main buildings dating from the 15th to the 20th century, on the site of a former chateau burned during the Hundred Years' War. There are two entrances. The first, on the village side, is through a tall and long wrought-iron gate leading to the former gatehouse residence, now converted into a grand salon. The second entrance, on the park side, passes through a tall crenellated gateway dominated by the imposing “water chateau” tower. The impressive richly decorated medieval gatehouse quickly appears after crossing the bridge spanning the canal, followed by the other courtyard buildings. The heterogeneity of this ensemble reflects the long history of the estate. The original square medieval chateau surrounded by moats was burned in the first half of the 15th century by the Earl of Salisbury, commander-in-chief of the English troops, while on his way to lay siege to Orléans. Rebuilt at the end of the 15th and beginning of the 16th century, the remaining parts of this medieval chateau are the gatehouse known as “Le Donjon” and the Saint-François Tower. This medieval chateau was incorporated in the 19th century into the ensemble formed by the other buildings through the destruction of one of its sides and the filling in of part of the moats connecting it to the “new” chateau. The main body of the current chateau is composed of 16th-, 17th-, and 18th-century buildings. A first pavilion forming a gatehouse residence attached to a gallery was built at the end of the 16th century and remodeled in the second half of the 17th century with the addition of two small pavilions. This ensemble was raised by one additional floor in the 18th century. The enclosure of the gatehouse residence to create a grand office gave it its final appearance. These buildings, together with the Louis XVI pavilion and the other outbuildings, form a U-shaped courtyard overlooking a splendid 20-hectare park, notably featuring a large 200-meter-long terrace overlooking a vast meadow on one side and separated from a woodland of beautiful mature deciduous trees on the other side by a canal. The park also includes sumptuous boxwood embroidery gardens and yew topiaries, as well as a grand avenue and a one-hectare vegetable garden. 5 main buildings: 1 - The “chateau” closest to the village square, known as “Le Pavillon du Bourg”, 16th, 17th, and 18th century. 2 - The gatehouse known as “Le Donjon”, 15th, 18th, and 20th century. A 15th-century gallery, and a residential section built in 1980 connected to an 18th-century tower. 3 - The Saint-François Tower, 15th century. 4 - The Louis XVI pavilion known as the “Renaissance House” and its tower known as “La Cloche”, 16th century, modified in the 17th and 18th centuries. 5 - The outbuildings, 16th–19th–20th century. Superb 16th-century timber frameworks. Location: -120 km from Paris, motorway access 16 km toward Paris, 8 km toward Le Mans. -8 km from Brou, shops and services. Mains water supply, drainage partly connected to mains sewer and partly using septic tanks. Historic Monument protection: The chateau, its outbuildings, and its park: fully listed by decree dated 24 November 1948. Price: 2,756,000 Euros agency fees included (including 5.67% agency fees payable by the buyer). Including fees of 6% TTC to be paid by of the purchaser. Price excluding fees 2 600 000 €. Not subject to DPE. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

A chateau from the Middle Ages & Renaissance, on 15-ha grounds, overlooking the Goul River valley, on the border of the Cantal & Aveyron departments. Erected in the middle of its grounds and nestled in a setting completely sheltered from all disturbances, the chateau, a national Historical Monument, stands above the valley, which marks the historic boundary between Upper Auvergne and the former Rouergue province. Accessible from its eastern side, where at one time there was undoubtedly a drawbridge, the chateau’s origins date back to the Middle Ages when the site was a simple keep surrounded by an enclosure with five to seven defensive towers. Today, the only thing that remains from this era is the first keep to the west, a second tower built in the 15th century to the east, as well as one of the defensive towers, now shortened and surrounded by patios and plenty of open spaces. As for the central dwelling, built in the Renaissance between the two square towers, its southern façade features many mullioned windows and breath-taking sculpted décor around its main entrance, while, to the north, an additional wing was added in the 18th century. Inside, the layout of the rooms has not been modified and, besides an immense Italianate staircase, the ground floor contains a former lower hall, which is now used as a dining room, a small TV room, two kitchens – the original and a more recent one – as well as a door to the cellars and garage, whereas the first floor features a former lords’ hall, a small adjacent sitting room, two bedrooms and a shower room with lavatory. In addition, the door to the chateau’s 18th-century wing gives on to a series of three adjacent bedrooms with washbasins, a bathroom and a separate lavatory, while the second floor includes the immense 'Queen’s bedroom', a study, two more bedrooms and a shower room with lavatory. As for the doorway on the half landing, it opens on to a shower room and an attic in the 18th-century wing, whereas the third floor is made up of an exhibition hall, followed by a guest bedroom, former staff rooms and an interior dovecote. Lastly, a small staircase leads to the attic with an immense room boasting breath-taking wooden rafters and two fireplaces, which precedes an oratory and the upper sections of the two towers, while a caretaker’s cottage and a swimming pool can also be found on the property.

Old, listed, feudal tower house, bordering Béarn, in quiet setting, in heart of the Basque country. Easy access to major motorways, just 1 hour from Basque Coast and Biarritz airport. Château was built on 14th century foundations, remodelled during the 16th century, extended during the 17th century and then refurbished internally in the 18th century. Today property spans 800 sqm plus outbuildings totalling 375 sqm: adjoining 4-room house, dovecote, church, farm buildings etc. Set in 2,89 hectare-grounds, traversed by the Bidouze, in unspoilt leafy surroundings. Energy class: NA/NA.

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.

A rare opportunity combining historic heritage with approved real estate development potential, with no further planning procedures required. In the heart of the charming village of Grilly, just minutes from Geneva and its international airport, this remarkable listed château, protected as a Historic Monument, has benefited from a high-quality restoration and enjoys an exceptional heritage setting. The property currently offers approximately 518 sq.m of living space arranged over two levels, complemented by more than 200 sq.m of additional convertible space on the top floor and in the attic, as well as an independent caretaker’s house. A key asset of this unique estate in the Pays de Gex is the granted building permit for the construction of an elegant residential building designed to recreate the estate’s former historic farmhouse, which disappeared several years ago. Designed by a French architect in close collaboration with the French Heritage Authorities (*Architectes des Bâtiments de France*), the project fully respects the site's architectural and historical identity. The approved development provides for the creation of four exceptional apartments, each occupying an entire floor and benefiting from generous living areas: * Garden level: 4-room apartment of 139.86 sq.m with private garden * First floor: 5-room apartment of 204.60 sq.m with terrace * Second floor: 5-room apartment of 196.33 sq.m with terrace * Attic level: 3-room apartment of 118.55 sq.m with terrace Each residence will benefit from private cellars, storage facilities, dedicated parking spaces, and a shared bicycle storage room. The completed architectural ensemble will create a harmonious estate where heritage and contemporary living meet with elegance. The Roman tower, remarkable roofs, chimneys, staircases, and listed historical features give the property a rare and authentic character. This unique property offers several possibilities: a prestigious private residence, a heritage enhancement project, or a high-end residential development in one of the most sought-after locations in the Pays de Gex. An exceptional opportunity for lovers of historic properties, discerning investors, and heritage enthusiasts wishing to bring an ambitious real estate project to life in a setting steeped in history. The granted building permit and the extensive studies already completed provide developers and investors with an immediately actionable project, offering significant time savings on both administrative and heritage approval processes. Information regarding potential risks affecting this property is available on the Géorisques website: [https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/](https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/). Agency fees payable by vendor

A listed manor dating back to the 16th century with outhouses and a chapel, beside the River Rance, between the towns of Dinan and Dinard in Brittany. From a country road, a gate framed between granite pillars leads into the estate, which covers more than 30 hectares. A long drive lined with oaks runs over more than 300 metres to a second entrance gate in a stone wall that encloses the manor and the outhouses, which include a chapel. You can also reach a long dwelling and some of the outhouses separately, without having to go via the manor. The manor faces south and looks down at the River Rance. Its Renaissance-style facade suggests the edifice was built in the mid-16th century. The building stands out for its staircase tower with bevelled edges, capped with a square section that is crowned with a hipped slate roof, which flares out at the bottom and is supported by small granite corbels. Glazed terracotta finials and chimney stack terminals with motifs adorn the manor’s gabled roof. The edifice includes extensions that date back to the 18th century, including two low wings with dormers. Lastly, a small, more recent section lies at the east end. It houses a kitchen. The whole manor is built of sandstone and granite rubble, partly coated with pale rendering. The quoins and window surrounds are made of exposed dressed granite. On the north side, there are outhouses that partly adjoin the edifice. They lie beside a walled plot – the remains of a former kitchen garden and farmyard. Beyond, there is a long house that was rebuilt in the 19th century to replace a former farmhouse. The grounds are surrounded by meadows and woods, as well as the river lower down. The estate enjoys absolute privacy and calm, with no neighbours or unwanted noise.

Proche de la baie de Somme, un château du 17e s., inscrit MH, prolongé par un parc avec dépendances, bois et verger. Screened from view and set on slightly rising ground, the chateau — classically composed and positioned at the edge of a wood — looks out over fields and open ground beyond the hamlet's rooftops. Lawns and ornamental trees form a verdant setting on all sides. A 15th-century dovecote, fully restored, stands on the main lawn, its polygonal silhouette a distinctive presence. Several outbuildings complete the estate: the service quarters adjoin the main house, while at the far end of the park, on lower ground, a former farm — now converted into a distillery — and a caretaker's house offer the possibility of independent use. The park, of around 3 ha, surrounds the buildings. It comprises extensive lawns leading to an orchard planted principally with apple trees, and a section of woodland.

A listed Moorish Revival villa opposite Ile de la Comtesse on the Goëlo coast in Brittany, with panoramic sea views. With the rising popularity of sea bathing at the end of the 19th century, a new type of seaside architecture emerged along the French coast, designed for relaxation and turned towards the outdoors. Residences in a variety of bold styles flourished on the shores of the Goëlo region. Built on a hilltop, the 'Turkish Villa' was erected by the Count de la Lande de Calan around 1880. Extended in 1906, it offers uninterrupted views of the sea and the port. The house is part of a co-owned plot with an adjoining 4-star hotel. Access to the property is unrestricted. One parking space is reserved for the villa's residents, and five others can be made available on an occasional basis. The entrance is on the western facade. Extensive vegetation, combined with a coursed granite masonry supporting wall with a balustrade, ensures privacy. A large bed of rosebushes precedes the wall and balusters, with a profusion of agapanthus as a backdrop. Two well-trimmed conifer hedges mark the entrance. Between these, a small staircase leads to an esplanade and to a granite approach stair serving the solid wood entrance door, carved in the shape of a horseshoe arch.

The 'Mas de la Brune', a listed, Renaissance-style gem, its 4 ha of parklands and its gardens at the foot of the Alpilles mountains in Eygalières. At the end of a row of two-hundred-year-old horse chestnut trees, three interconnected constructions comprise the buildings on this predominantly wooded, 4-ha property. The first is the Renaissance-style manor house, known as the 'Mas de la Brune', constructed in 1572; the only building of this type, standing in the middle of the land, rising up like a nave, proudly showing visitors the prow of its watch-turret. Directly adjoining the manor, a more recent construction dating from the 18th century stands in the shade of a three-hundred-year-old lime tree. This building once housed the staff accommodation. And lastly, on the east side, where a perimeter wall no doubt once existed, a rehabilitated farmhouse is separated from the manor by a row of cypress trees. Opening on to a vast courtyard that extends behind the French formal garden, it acts as a link with the rest of the parklands, where the permanent singing of the precious water, coming down from the Alpilles Mountains via the canal of the same name, can be heard. The French Historic Monument listing, dating from the 9 August 1924, applies solely to the 'Mas de la Brune', already showing on Cassini’s 18th century map under the name of 'Grand Mas'. Some say it was constructed for the consul Pierre-Bruno-Isnard, who gave it the feminine version of his surname, whilst others maintain it was for an alchemist, whose name is long forgotten. In both cases, this outstanding building, entirely constructed from Baux stone, was probably built by master mason, Gaston-Flayelle, native of the Vivarais region, who also designed the 'Hôtel de Manville' in Les-Baux-de-Provence. The size of the manor house, its biblical paraphrases sculpted on the façade, like a big open book, and including the secret number of steps of its spiral stairway tend to reinforce the hypothesis of an alchemist’s home. A spacious tiled swimming pool, cleverly concealed from onlookers in a copse of laurel bushes, has been installed a good distance from the main house. And lastly, a carpark, out of sight of the manor but able to take ten or so cars, has been laid out in the shade of mulberry plane trees.

A 16th-century chateau on 3.6-hectare grounds, ten minutes from downtown Albi, on the banks of the Tarn River. Built primarily between the 16th and 17th centuries, except for one of the chateau’s wings, which was later rebuilt in the 19th century, the chateau, listed as a regional historical monument, is closely linked to local history: this was the birthplace of Jean-François de Galaup in 1741, Count of Lapérouse and a famous navigator and explorer, who spent his childhood here, while the dwelling has preserved, for the most part, its 18th-century layout. Accessible via a metal gate, which opens on to a tree-lined lane that leads to the chateau’s courtyard, the property features a patio that skirts the edifice and overlooks the nearby meadows that descend towards the Tarn, visible through the trees. Below, a swimming pool blends in seamlessly with the property’s rolling topography, while a former nymphaeum, most likely created in the 19th century and supplied with water via a natural spring, is located off to one side. As for the grounds, of approximately 3.6 hectares, they feature tall trees, ornamental plants, pastureland and wooded areas, whereas the chateau enjoys unobstructed panoramas of the river from its patio and exteriors.