castles with pool for sale Rhone-Alps, France (page 2)

A 19th century chateau with 14 5 hectares of grounds surrounded by verdant countryside in north-west Isère. This vast estate, extending over approx. 14.5ha of gently sloping, uninterrupted land, consists predominantly of woodlands. A shady driveway leads to a large gravel parking area to the north-west of the main building. It then continues towards a courtyard in front of the chateau, where the woods give way to a large clearing. A secondary path followed by a flight of steps lead to a swimming pool on a plateau overlooking the forest. On the other side, a small wooden chapel is tucked away beneath the trees. This was originally a forest house linked to an ancient 16th century Cistercian abbey. After the French Revolution, it was used as the home of the steward responsible for managing the national forest. In 1888, a local grandee commissioned the architect Joseph-Étienne Mallaval to build a substantial four-storey extension. The chateau, which has undergone several periods of construction and renovation, stands on the north-eastern edge of the grounds. Its most striking external architectural features are those dating from the 19th century. The distinct, homogenous volumes of each section follow one another cascading down to the outbuilding, reflecting the different periods in which they were built. The adobe, pebble, rammed earth concrete and clinker block facades are rendered. The roofs, clad with slate, monk and nun or flat “beaver tail” tiles are in good condition; they have all been renovated, with the exception of the roof of the 19th-century main building. Today divided into various lodgings spread over three levels, the building has a total floor area of approx. 870 m². It is currently used as tourist accommodation, benefiting from one of the most peaceful environmental areas.

In Ardeche Plein-Coeur, this estate spans more than 28 hectares. Around the chateau (750 m²) and its outbuildings (850 m²), are an orangery, a swimming pool and a tennis court. Its 2 hectares of parklands enclosed by stone walls, are extended by a wood and meadows where it is possible to land a helicopter. This south-facing property looks out over all the surrounding mountains and valleys. The chateau has undergone first-class renovation works. Its outbuildingsn converted for commercial purposes, make this a tremendous professional tool which can be operational immediatly. Thirty minutes from the Rhône valley, and a slip road for the A7 motorway, 40 minutes from Valence station and its TGV trains providing links to Paris in less than 2 hours.

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Built on a plot of approximately 30 Hectares, this prestigious castle of 685 m², dates from the 14th century. It was formerly the property of the counts of Geneva. Not overlooked and with a view of a river, this exceptional property has been renovated with respect for history in order to retain all the charm of the period. The main building consists of a kitchen dining room, three lounges, a library and an office. The floor offers two suites with bathroom and toilet as well as a service room including a shower and a toilet. As an extension, a guest house houses a kitchen, a dining room, a living room and three suites with bathrooms. Facing the 10x5 meter swimming pool, a summer kitchen with dining room is also present. Many possibilities of expansion are possible thanks to the many outbuildings. A shelter for 5 vehicles, a caretaker's house and a barn complete this castle. Ideally located 45 minutes from Geneva. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available at: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/

Located in sumptuous unspoiled natural surroundings, ensuring calm and solitude, this magnificent hilltop property is overlooked by the intimidating Vercors mountains. A former fort dating back to the Middle Ages, it is made up of a castle of almost 900 sq.m and three independent apartments. Everything is in perfect condition and has benefited from remarkable restoration works. Sitting on 45 hectares of woodland, meadows and private hunting grounds, its facilities include: several outbuildings, swimming pool, spa, gardens, vegetable patch, delightful French-style garden and aeroplane runway. It presents breathtaking panorama views and is located less than 3 km from a village with shops, 45 minutes south of Grenoble and 1h30 from Lyon-Saint-Exupéry international airport.

ANNECY SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY offers you in an estate of about 30 hectares with private driveway this magnificent castle of character, dating from the 14th century and belonging to the Counts of Geneva. Located in a dominant position, overlooking a river, the environment is unique and provides a rare privacy hidden from view. This beautiful restoration, completely redesigned with taste and attention to historical detail, has all the modern comforts. The owner has made it his main residence, its outbuildings offer many possibilities. In the main building, the owner's apartment offers a kitchen, a dining room, a large living room 'known as a hunting room', a study, a music room and a library. Upstairs, two huge suites with their bathroom. The guest house has a kitchen/dining room, a living room and a suite with bathroom. Upstairs, two suites with their bathroom. In annex a summer house with reception room, pool house, hammam and showers. A 10 X 5 metre overflow swimming pool, carport for several vehicles and caretaker's house complete this exceptional property. ANNECY SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, your expert in the sale of luxury real estate in the Annécien and Aravis areas.