listed castle for sale Aix-les-Bains, France

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/). 5,000,000 € Agency fees not included - Agency commission: 4%VAT included Agency fees payable by buyer

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.

A 17th-century chateau and its 39-hectare estate listed as a historic monument 30 minutes from Lyon. Built between 1608 and 1616 on a former castle motte acquired by Jean Sève, Lyon's Receiver General of Finances, and accessible via a drawbridge, the chateau's architecture is distinctive due to its perfect symmetry. It has three storeys, with cellars and attic space in the main central part of the building. This part is flanked on either side by two wings, each topped by a hipped roof with rolled eaves, and by two projecting corner towers topped by square-based convex arched roofs, also with rolled eaves. The north and south facades of the main building have large mullioned windows with small panes, with seven windows from the ground floor to the second floor. The slate, hipped roof of the main building features three pediment dormers to the north and south - one in the centre with an arched pediment and the others with a triangular pediment. On either side, the windows on the wings and towers are the same type and height as those on the main building. The roofs are different. Some of them need renovation - those above the towers and the central building. If the building’s shape seems is surprising and the size of the wings seems modest compared to that of the central body, it is because the body houses a very large former Calvinist temple on the second floor, illuminated by seven windows on each facade. It was one of the 'fief temples' that France tolerated on its territory after the Edict of Nantes, on condition that they remained discreet. Three dormer windows to the south and north, unique because of their unusual size and their Holy Trinity symbols, were and remain, the only external sign of this on the building. A moat surrounds the chateau and the outbuildings. The property is enhanced by outbuildings such as a caretaker's cottage and a farmhouse with a swimming pool in its walled square courtyard. Lastly, a fountain consisting of a basin adorned by three marmosets from the park at Vaux-le-Vicomte stands in the centre of a circular pool, beyond a large terraced flowerbed, in front of the chateau’s south facade.