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Ref.4913 : 30 min from the sea, 18th-C. Noble townhouse near Moncontour (Brittany) Moncontour is a historic town in the heart of Brittany, ideally situated almost equidistant from Saint-Brieuc, Lamballe and Loudéac. A true gem of Brittany's medieval heritage, it invites visitors to wander through its cobbled streets, admire its half-timbered houses and stroll along its impressive fortified ramparts. Once a stronghold of the County of Penthièvre, Moncontour also owes its prosperity to the production of berlingue, a high-quality linen and hemp cloth that was exported as far as the East Indies during the town's flourishing trading era. The only commune in the Côtes-d'Armor department to hold both the prestigious 'Petite Cité de Caractère®' and 'Les Plus Beaux Villages de France®' designations, Moncontour is renowned for the richness of its architectural heritage, its authenticity and its remarkably well-preserved history. Situated in a village just a few minutes from Moncontour, the property enjoys convenient access to a full range of everyday amenities. A bakery, supermarket, pharmacy, medical practice, post office, garage and cinema are all within easy reach, offering an exceptionally practical and enjoyable lifestyle. Perched above the town, the property enjoys an exceptional setting with commanding views over the surrounding countryside. At its heart stands an elegant early 18th-century residence, built of stone in the style of the traditional Malouinières, beneath a slate roof with characteristic coved eaves. The house offers a well-balanced and harmonious layout arranged over three levels. The ground floor, dedicated to the principal reception rooms, opens onto an impressive entrance hall featuring a magnificent solid oak staircase and a guest WC. It comprises a 41 sqm fully fitted and equipped kitchen with an inviting breakfast area, ideal for relaxed family meals and Sunday brunches; a 20 sqm dining room; a superb 50 sqm drawing room with 3.46-metre ceilings, enhanced by elegant moulded cornices and a remarkable working marble fireplace; and a 20 sqm study complete with bespoke fitted bookshelves. The first floor, reached via the main staircase, features a central landing leading to five bedrooms, ranging from 15 sqm to 28 sqm, all benefiting from 3.15-metre ceiling heights. This level also includes two shower rooms, two bathrooms, a separate WC, and access to the attic. The basement accommodates the property's technical and service areas, including a 20 sqm secondary kitchen, a utility room, the boiler room, a 27 sqm wine cellar, and a workshop with direct access to the outside. The property also benefits from a heated indoor swimming pool, allowing year-round enjoyment. A number of terraces surround the house, providing delightful outdoor seating areas throughout the day. Within the landscaped gardens, a charming barbecue area offers the perfect setting for entertaining family and friends in an idyllic environment. OUTBUILDINGS : The property is served by a network of well-maintained driveways, tracks and pathways providing access to the following outbuildings and amenities: A former stable block, beautifully converted into a two-storey guest house comprising: - Ground floor: a spacious sitting/dining room, an open-plan kitchen and a separate WC; - First floor: a landing used as a relaxation area, two bedrooms, a family bathroom, a shower room and a separate WC. A 46 sqm double carport, incorporating the boiler room with a 1,000-litre oil tank serving the converted stable house. A heated swimming pool, equipped with a heat pump and fully enclosed beneath a protective cover. A large wood store with an adjoining plant room for the swimming pool. A former greenhouse, converted into a 20 sqm artist's studio. A productive kitchen garden, complete with two greenhouses and a substantial timber storage shed suitable for housing ride-on mowers, garden machinery and other equipment. GROUND : The property extends over 3.12 acres (1.2 hectares) of land, entirely enclosed by stone walls and fencing. The grounds are predominantly composed of mature conifer woodland and landscaped gardens, complemented by a variety of fruit trees, including pear, apricot, cherry, apple, fig and strawberry trees, as well as grapevines. A secure private access gate leads directly to a network of walking trails located just a short distance from the property. Cabinet LE NAIL – North Brittany - Mrs Anne-Marie NORDVIK: +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Anne-Marie NORDVIK, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 753 048 487. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

A rare coastal estate, ideal as a primary or secondary residence, combining architectural prestige, generous volumes and exceptional quality of life on the Normandy coast. Elegant 19th-Century Manor Near the Sea – Langrune-sur-Mer Just 400 metres from the beach, this fully renovated late 19th-century manor offers approx. 400 sqm of refined living space, set within a walled, landscaped park of nearly 8,000 sqm with heated swimming pool. Built in brick and stone in a Neo Louis XIII style, the property features remarkable architecture including a square tower, balcony, stone dormer windows and slate roof. Period details have been carefully restored: mouldings, parquet floors, marble fireplaces and high ceilings. The manor comprises spacious reception rooms, 5 bedrooms including a master suite, library, games room and extensive basement with wine cellar. Modern comfort includes double glazing, electric wrought-iron gates and two recent heat pumps. A rare and private coastal property, combining historic charm and modern amenities, in the heart of the village yet perfectly secluded.

Bretagne Sud Sotheby's International Realty Quimper is delighted to present for sale this unique property, a former manor house dating from 1924, ideally located facing the ocean, in an exceptional setting offering breathtaking sea views. In a dominant position, this rare residence stands out as a true family home, combining the authenticity of cut stone and modern comfort, for a privileged living environment, both peaceful and prestigious. Property Features: Located on a plot of approximately 1 hectare, this majestic property offers a living area of ​​600 m², spread over three levels. Its characterful architecture, made with stones from medieval castles and historic buildings in the region, testifies to the richness of the local heritage. The manor house comprises 17 rooms including 14 bedrooms, and also has approximately 20 m² of outbuildings. The semi-buried cellars with a surface area of ​​250 m² offer additional space that can be fitted out according to your wishes. Distribution of volumes: - Ground floor (240 m²): Spacious entrance hall of 30 m², vast living room of 80 m², large dining room of 43 m², kitchen of 20 m², games room, and separate WC. - First floor (200 m²): Five spacious bedrooms ranging from 22 to 46 m², three bathrooms, and a shower room. - Second floor (150 m²): Nine bright bedrooms, one bathroom, and two shower rooms. - Cellars (250 m²): Additional spaces offering possibilities for development or storage. Architectural Details and Quality Materials: The manor house was designed using stone from a 14th-century castle, a 16th-century house in Quimper, as well as local manors and abbeys, giving it a remarkable history and rarity. Its rustic mountain slate roof reinforces the authenticity of the whole. The interior has been carefully renovated, preserving its old-world charm while incorporating quality modern improvements. Two staircases (one stone and one wooden) serve the different floors, and an oil-fired boiler powers cast iron radiators to ensure optimal comfort throughout the year. The property is equipped with a septic tank, which requires upgrading.

Without equal in the entire bay, from Cancale to Fréhel, the Domaine de La Vieux Ville is discovered through a long avenue of green oaks, through fields (7 hectares) and completely surrounded by thick woods (8 hectares). Solidly implanted on top of the Grande Plage, the Manor (600 m2 on three levels) offers an breathtaking sea view of the Ébihens Islands, Cézembre and on clear days, the Chausey Islands on the horizon. All around the manor, a harmonious combination of small buildings (8) nestled in the midst of a 1-hectare kitchen garden allows for a family project where everyone will find their place. So close to the Saint-Cast church, whose bell tower alone emerges from the woods, equidistant from the deep-water port and its 18-hole golf course (800m as the crow flies), between land and sea, it is not uncommon to see three deer strolling peacefully in the frame of a window. Represented by Frédéric Playoust +33(0)6 08 91 00 89 Agency fees included: €2 600,000 Agency fees excluded: €2 500,000 Agency fees 4% charged to the buyer. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

Overlooking the Rance Valley from a naturally defensive and perfectly preserved position, the estate enjoys an exceptional setting, entirely free from disturbance. The terraced parkland unfolds a spectacular plunging view, offering deep and ever-changing perspectives across the valley, between meadows, woodland and distant horizons, within a protected environment. The manor house, the historic heart of the property, embodies a restrained yet powerful architectural style, characteristic of late Renaissance Breton seigneurial residences. Built in local stone, it is distinguished by its balanced proportions, regular fenestration and steeply pitched slate roofs. In immediate proximity, an independent chapel of remarkable purity of line enhances the estate’s singular and heritage character. The outbuildings are harmoniously arranged around the manor, contributing to the overall coherence of the property: former stone dependencies, partly converted into living space, along with annexes and technical buildings, offer significant potential for reinterpretation. An independent caretaker’s house completes the ensemble. The landscaped grounds, structured in successive terraces, follow the natural topography and reveal a sequence of distinct settings. The relationship to the landscape is ever-present: each vantage point captures the valley in a commanding panoramic perspective, lending the property a truly contemplative yet sovereign dimension. At the crossroads of history, architecture and nature, this is a rare estate, destined for an ambitious vision — whether as a family residence, a reception domain, or a heritage asset to be revealed. Represented by Frédéric Playoust +33 (0)6 08 91 00 89 Price including agency fees: €2,496,000 Net seller price (excluding fees): €2,400,000 Agency fees: 4% payable by the buyer. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Built in the 19th century on the remains of a former Benedictine abbey, the Castle embodies a place rich in history, character, and elegance. Just twenty minutes from Nice Côte d’Azur Airport, this exceptional property of approximately 2,500 sqm is set in a privileged environment between sea and nature, in the heart of the Alpes-Maritimes. Its nearly four-hectare estate, facing due south, offers a spectacular panoramic sea view stretching from Cannes to the Italian coastline. The landscaped park, composed of Mediterranean species and enhanced with decorative ponds, creates a rare and serene setting. Located in immediate proximity to Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Nice, the château enjoys a unique cultural influence, further enriched by iconic landmarks such as the Chapelle du Rosaire de Vence and the Fondation Maeght.

Overlooking the shimmering waters of the Cap d’Antibes coastline, Château de la Vigie stands as one of the Riviera’s most iconic seaside estates. Built in 1912 by architect Lucien Stable, this neo-Gothic masterpiece embodies the grace and grandeur of the Belle Époque — just steps away from the legendary Art Deco Hôtel Belles Rives. A Historic Haven of Art and Inspiration Steeped in history, this extraordinary residence has welcomed some of the 20th century’s most celebrated figures, including Jean Cocteau, Estée Lauder, Mistinguett, Maurice Chevalier and Charlie Chaplin. One of its annexes even served as Pablo Picasso’s studio during the summer of 1924 — where, as legend tells, he sketched directly on the villa’s walls before they were later covered. A Refined Lifestyle Between Sea and Sky Beyond its gates, the château unveils an atmosphere of understated luxury — voluminous interiors, pastel tones, and panoramic sea views that define the Riviera dream. Reception areas: a grand living room with double-sided fireplace, elegant study, formal dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen with pantry — all opening onto expansive sea-view terraces. Bedrooms: two principal suites on the upper floor, a tower salon with two additional bedrooms and bathroom offering breathtaking Mediterranean views, and two further guest rooms at garden level, one with a private terrace. Leisure & wellness: a games lounge with billiard and bar, a winter garden, and a wellness area with a unique underwater view of the pool. Exceptional Exteriors with Direct Sea Access Nestled within lush landscaped gardens, the estate features a heated double infinity pool, fully equipped pool house, summer kitchen, and vast panoramic terraces embracing views from Juan-les-Pins Bay to the Lérins Islands. Guest & staff accommodation: independent studio and two guest apartments, plus a wine cellar. Parking: private area for several vehicles. Sea access: private jetty and boathouse (approx. 8–10 m x 3.5 m). A Rare Jewel of the Cap d’Antibes Combining historic pedigree, architectural distinction, and a privileged seafront position, Château de la Vigie ranks among the most remarkable estates on the French Riviera. A true collector’s property — where art, history and the Mediterranean meet in perfect harmony.

Ref.3364: 17th-century château for sale near the sea. The château is located near the Vendée coast, less than 20 minutes from Saint Jean de Monts and Saint Gilles Croix de Vie. It is situated between land and sea in a vast area known for its wild nature, rich in flora and fauna and renowned for its salt marshes. This region is appreciated for its culture, its natural spaces and the many walks it offers, whether by boat or bicycle. Services and numerous shops are accessible within a few minutes. Two stone pillars mark the entrance to the castle grounds. They open onto a wooded driveway nearly 500 metres long that runs alongside a pond. This leads to a large courtyard in front of the north façade of the main building. The castle has a central section flanked by two wings, each adorned with a corner tower. The façade is made of coated rubble stone with white stone openings, some of which are elegantly decorated with mullions or colonnades. The high slate roof is adorned with Renaissance-style brick chimneys and white stone dormers. The south façade is embellished with a very large overhanging terrace. A balustrade staircase descends to a second esplanade. The complex overlooks a vast meadow and the castle woods. The front door with its pediment opens onto a hallway that runs through the property. Here, there is a double vaulted ceiling that marks the start of a white stone staircase and access to the south terrace. To the left is a reception area leading to two large adjoining rooms. These are used as dining rooms. Richly decorated, they feature beautiful parquet floors, marble fireplaces, wood panelling and high ceilings with decorative mouldings and coffering. The rooms are bright and open to the terrace. This leads on to two small lounges and a small meeting room. To the right are the kitchens. The château has a large kitchen and adjoining rooms for professional use. The first floor comprises nine carefully decorated bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and toilet. On the second floor there are 12 additional bedrooms, also beautifully decorated, each with its own bathroom and toilet. The outbuildings include: - A single-storey cottage with living room – kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, toilet. - A single-storey house with living room/kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, toilet, garage, boiler room. - A house with four bedrooms, shower room, toilet (electric heating). - A garage and workshop. - A swimming pool (unheated). - A tennis court. The chateau's 39.5-acre park is a veritable green oasis. It includes woods, lawns, meadows and a pond. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loire-Atlantique and Vendée - Mrs Nathalie TOULBOT : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Nathalie TOULBOT, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 418 969 077. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

OFF MARKET - In Provence, close to a large town and the coast. Château with outbuildings on 10 hectares in one piece. Tree farm, forest and remarkable sites developed around events and catering.

Introducing a rare opportunity to own a piece of history in the heart of Naxos's Old Town. This magnificent mansion, steeped in centuries of heritage, offers a chance to craft your very own slice of Venetian-inspired luxury. The Old Town of Naxos, nestled within the historic Kastro, was originally constructed in the 13th century by Marco Sanudo, the first Duke of Naxos. Today, the Kastro retains its charm, with echoes of its glorious past scattered throughout. The mansion stands as a testament to this rich history, and it comes with a unique promise: the opportunity to convert it into a comfortable 5-suite estate. One of the remarkable aspects of this renovation project is the potential for subsidies, which could cover up to 70% of the construction costs. This is an exceptional benefit that makes restoring this historical asset not only a rewarding endeavor but also a financially wise one. As you explore the Kastro, you'll be greeted by remnants of ancient Venetian houses, schools, and other architectural marvels that have withstood the test of time. Notably, the mansion, situated at the north entry of the Kastro, is a cherished jewel. The mansion is part of a protected and classified complex that dates back over 800 years. From the balcony, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the port of Naxos and the iconic Portara. From the balcony, you can savor a breathtaking view of the port of Naxos and the iconic Portara. This is not just a property; it's a piece of Naxos's soul, it embodies an essential aspect of Naxos's cultural heritage. Acquiring this mansion presents a unique opportunity, as such historical mansions rarely become available on the market