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Located at the eastern entrance to the village, Château de Cottens takes its name from the nobles of Mestral, former lords of Begnins. Rebuilt in 1727 by Jean Stürler on the foundations of the medieval castle, its stones preserve the legacy of centuries of history. Successively owned by the Grenus, de Portes, de Loriol and then Hans Sollberger families, the estate bears witness to a prestigious continuity. A place full of charm and authenticity, rare on the market. Through all these successions, Château de Cottens remains the silent witness of the centuries, bearing in its stones the memory of the families who have shaped it.

Located on the lush heights of Lausanne, this elegant master house, built in 1912 and listed in the inventory of monuments and sites of the canton of Vaud with a note 4, embodies a refined and timeless art of living. In a rare urban setting, it benefits from a large flat landscaped park of 2,550 m², a true green oasis ensuring absolute privacy.From the entrance, the tone is set: beautiful volumes, high ceilings, and noble materials define this characteristic property. Completely renovated with care in 2008 and 2015, it harmoniously combines contemporary comfort with respect for architectural heritage. Offering approximately 420 m² of living space over three levels, the property charms with the fluidity of its spaces and its cross-light.The ground floor opens onto a beautiful entrance featuring a fireplace, leading to a warm and bright living room designed as a family cocoon. The Provençal-style kitchen, bathed in natural light, opens generously onto the garden, extending the invitation to conviviality. Following this, the dining room.Attached but independent, a 38 m² wing is a real asset. It can be arranged as a studio, workspace, reception area, or guest suite. With its own bedroom upstairs, it offers valuable flexibility.On the first floor, the 29 m² master suite is a haven of peace, complemented by two dressing rooms and an elegant bathroom. A second bedroom with a private bathroom enriches this level, ideal for family life or guests.The attic, converted into sleeping space, hosts three spacious bedrooms (16 m² and two of 17 m²), each with a bathroom.Outside, the fully fenced and meticulously landscaped park creates a unique atmosphere. A swimming pool with a terrace extends the beautiful days in a setting worthy of a country house.A double garage and several outdoor parking spaces complete this exceptional property.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Built in 1721 by Charles Lullin de Châteauvieux, a member of a prominent Genevan patrician family, Château de Choully embodies the elegance and refinement of XVIIIᵉ century aristocratic architecture. Remarkably preserved, the residence retains its majestic enfilade of five reception rooms, sublimated by delicate woodwork attributed to ornemanist Jean Jaquet. The south-facing main salon offers a spectacular view of Mont Salève, while the historic gardens reveal magnificent vistas all the way to Mont Blanc. The famous Salon Joséphine recalls the visit of Empress Joséphine in 1812, who stayed here during a reception given in her honor. Restored with exceptional care since 2007, the château today combines heritage and contemporary comfort, with modernized infrastructures, thirteen historic fireplaces brought back into service and landscaped grounds featuring a swimming pool and discreet lighting. Protected since 1930 by the Department of Monuments and Sites of the Canton of Geneva, Château de Choully is an exceptional property at the heart of Geneva's heritage.