castle with terrace for sale Douvrend, France

Historical estate on a private island of 8 hectares between Normandy and the Bay of Somme Only two hours from Paris, in the heart of the Bresle Valley, between Normandy and the Bay of Somme, this heritage property of rare uniqueness makes it one of the most remarkable historic ensembles in the region. Entirely surrounded by a river and accessible via a private secure bridge, this estate of about eight hectares forms a true private island where preserved nature, history, and heritage coexist. Centenary trees, orchard, meadows, private banks, and an ancient hydraulic network make up an exceptional environment away from prying eyes. Built in 1636 for Anne-Marie-Louise of Orléans, known as La Grande Mademoiselle, cousin of Louis XIV, the estate today includes a 17th-century castle, a hydraulic mill listed as a Historic Monument, and old stables fully renovated. The castle offers about 500 sqm of living space. Its roof was completely restored in 2023 and its joinery replaced in 2018. It includes notably beautiful through reception rooms filled with light, several bedrooms and suites, as well as significant potential for additional development. The true historic heart of the estate, the mill covers about 360 sqm and benefits from an inalienable water right. Still retaining its hydraulic wheel and traces of its industrial past, it provides a spectacular setting to imagine a heritage, cultural, or event project. A large reception hall of about 130 sqm occupies the ground floor, while the upper floors and attics offer remarkable development potential. The old stables have been entirely rehabilitated. They now include a kitchen, several suites with shower rooms, and living spaces suitable for hosting guests or organizing private events. In recent years, the estate has hosted bed and breakfast accommodations, groups, cultural events, as well as the Festival of Glass, bringing together artists, artisans, and visitors in an exceptional heritage setting. These experiences demonstrate the site's ability to combine private residence, public reception, and quality event projects. An exceptional family residence, reception property, guest house, seminar venue, or cultural activity domain, this estate offers its future owner rare freedom of use in a setting charged with several centuries of history. Through its private island, its historic heritage, its mill listed as a Historic Monument, its preserved natural environment, and its development potential, it constitutes one of the most unique properties in the Bresle Valley. Complete file upon request. +33767652785