castle for sale Ruffieux, France

In a secluded and exclusive setting, this charming château offers approximately 580 m² of living space on a private plot of around 2,700 m². Overlooking its surroundings and enjoying complete privacy, with no overlooking neighbors, this characterful residence captivates with its generous proportions, period architectural features, and authentic atmosphere. Ground Floor Kitchen with dining area and fireplace Laundry room with boiler room and toilet Workshop Garage Wine cellar First Floor Entrance hall Large formal dining room with fireplace Two living rooms with fireplaces One bedroom with washroom One bedroom with sink Small office in the South Tower Bathroom in the North Tower Separate toilet Second Floor Large hallway Five bedrooms, including: one with washroom, one with washroom and toilet Bathroom with toilet North Tower: sacristy and chapel South Tower: library with mezzanine Attic Convertible attic space Exterior A 12 x 6 meter swimming pool, 1.45 meters deep, with chlorine treatment, harmoniously completes this exceptional property. This rare property offers a unique living environment, ideal for lovers of heritage, nature, and tranquility, just 25 minutes from Annecy. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website: Géorisques

Set in a preserved natural environment along the banks of the Rhône River, just 15 minutes from Lake Bourget and 35 minutes from Aix-les-Bains, this remarkable estate offers a unique lifestyle where heritage meets nature. Nestled within 2.8 hectares of landscaped parkland, the property is centred around a beautifully renovated 19th-century manor house. Offering more than 460 sq m of living space, the residence combines the charm of period features--including high ceilings, original fireplaces and noble materials--with modern comfort thanks to a geothermal heating system. It comprises an elegant reception room opening onto the terrace, a spacious separate fitted kitchen with pantry, two lounges, a study, ten bedrooms including a principal suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom, as well as dedicated leisure spaces including a gym, games room and converted attic. The estate also includes a caretaker's house requiring renovation (112 sq m of living space), an impressive stone barn of approximately 300 sq m with a restored timber frame, and several outbuildings, including a former consecrated chapel, a tennis court, a swimming pool with pool house, and direct access to the Rhône River. Only one hour from Geneva and one and a half hours from Lyon, this unique property presents a wide range of possibilities, whether as a family residence, a hospitality or equestrian project, or a character investment property. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on georisques.gouv.fr Agency fees chargeable to the seller.

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, your expert in the sale and rental of luxury properties in the Annécien and Aravis areas.

Located 45 km from Aix les Bains and 16 km from the Albertville aerodrome, this former fortified house from the 13th century has been transformed into a private residence upon its acquisition by the most powerful lordship of the duchy of Savoy, who converted it into a pleasure residence in the 16th century.The castle is built in a U shape, with two corner towers and a round tower covering an area of approximately 1400m². The rooms on the garden level feature glass doors opening onto the park. The castle also offers outbuildings and a defensive entrance with two towers. The entire estate is listed in the supplementary inventory of Historic Monuments. The landscaped park, covering approximately 9 hectares, is entirely enclosed by walls and includes a water retention area fed by a spring.The interiors will require restoration work, but the main structure is in perfect condition.The heating is powered by an oil boiler.Energy class: not applicable / Climate class: not applicableInformation on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques site: www.georisques.gouv.fr. Agency fees to be borne by the seller.For any inquiries, contact Claire Barralon at 07 60 13 70 00, [email protected], real estate agent registered at the RSC of LYON under number 904 488 533.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Close to Annecy and its lake, in a peaceful countryside setting with complete privacy, this character property dating back to the 15th century is located just 25 minutes from Geneva International Airport. Set within approximately one hectare of flat, landscaped grounds, it enjoys uninterrupted panoramic mountain views and an impressive collection of buildings with generous proportions. The main residence offers approximately 481 sqm of usable space (379 sqm of living area). The garden level features a series of spacious reception rooms with fireplaces opening onto the terraces and gardens, a fully equipped kitchen, several bedrooms and bathrooms. Upstairs, a large living room with panoramic mountain views is complemented by two spacious bedrooms, a bathroom and convertible attic space. An independent two-bedroom apartment of approximately 102 sqm completes the property, comprising a living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Outside, the estate extends across approximately 9,538 sqm of flat, landscaped grounds. A separate outbuilding of around 400 sqm offers significant redevelopment potential, while numerous private parking spaces provide ample accommodation for residents and guests. Set in a preserved environment on the outskirts of Annecy, this unique property stands out for its authenticity, remarkable potential and highly sought-after location, making it equally suited to a family residence or an ambitious heritage restoration project. A comprehensive file including architectural studies and planning permissions has been prepared and is available upon request. Information regarding the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website georisques.gouv.fr Agency fees chargeable to the seller.

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/

The Château belongs to that category of residences that naturally commands respect. Founded as a Cistercian priory, then transformed into a noble residence, its walls retain the solemnity of a place shaped by prayer, patience, and the authority of time. Its stone silhouette dominates an estate where nature seems to watch over the building with age-old constancy. Now tastefully restored, the château is equally suited to family life and prestigious hospitality, thanks to its well-established bed and breakfast business. Close to the Pays de Gex and Geneva, it offers a rare experience: that of a habitable monument, where you can engage in conversation with nearly a millennium of history. The quiet authority of a thousand-year-old residence Inside, the Château reveals an architecture whose nobility lies as much in its proportions as in its memory. The thick walls, preserved vaults, ancient fireplaces, and spiral stone staircase combine to create a setting of singular dignity. The spacious and well-structured double living room overlooking the park is the centerpiece of the property, reflecting the tradition of houses where guests were received under the gaze of their ancestors, where the rooms had not only a function but also a meaning. The light, gliding over the antique woodwork and remarkable floors, creates a sense of contemplation. Here, the house does not seek to seduce, it asserts its presence. The rooms and suites extend this measured atmosphere, imbued with a certain aristocratic restraint. Each seems designed to preserve inner calm, as if centuries had taught the place to respect the sleep of its occupants. The carved doors, arched windows, and characterful fireplaces are reminiscent of the former monastic order, then the rigor of the families who shaped the residence. Contemporary comforts are integrated without excess, with a sobriety that leaves room for the architecture to shine. The spaces intended for welcoming tourists reinforce the idea of a place that has been passed down, not transformed, open to those who understand its significance. An estate that has stood the test of time The estate offers a landscape whose solemnity matches that of the château. The countryside forms a natural setting where the presence of the forest, century-old trees, and the old orchard give the site an almost liturgical dimension. The stone terrace extends like a tribune open to nature, while the swimming pool and spa blend in with a discretion worthy of a place where character always takes precedence over function. Here, everything invites contemplation: the lines of the land, the gentle slope, the succession of plant life, the clarity of the sky resting on the stone with measured gravity. The outbuildings are a rare asset for a large-scale project. The convertible attic space and the vast barn, spread over three levels, offer exceptional potential for a noble extension of the current use: reception areas, additional accommodation, a cultural or heritage venue. The old features, covered well, gravel courtyard, and restored surrounding walls reinforce the institutional dimension of the estate. Every step taken in these outdoor spaces reminds us that the château is not just a property, but a heritage entity. A coherent whole, where one can create without ever distorting its character. A region combining tradition, culture, and unspoiled nature The château is set in an environment whose identity is based on a rare combination: high-altitude nature, protective and structuring, and a strong cultural heritage. The Jura mountains, plateaus, forests, and valleys make up a territory whose attractions go far beyond the simple landscape. They form a living environment where you can find the depth of regional history, mountain traditions, and ancient know-how. The iconic sites of the Haut-Jura, the cultural trails, and the tourist initiatives are testament to a living environment that is deeply rooted yet forward-looking. The opening up to the Pays de Gex and Geneva gives the château a strategic dimension. It has an international dynamic, a major economic influence, and an attractiveness that reinforces its heritage value. This balance between seclusion and connection, between rural serenity and proximity to a center of global importance, gives the residence a value that goes beyond simple habitation. The Château becomes a place of study, creation, transmission, or hospitality, depending on the ambitions of its future owner. It is an estate that lends itself to demanding projects and dignifies those who take on the responsibility. The Agency's opinion: The Château represents a heritage piece of rare consistency. Its Cistercian origins, its stone architecture, its wooded grounds, and its potential for hospitality make it an exceptional property in the noblest sense of the term.