luxury architect houses for sale Franche Comté, France

A listed medieval chateau, redesigned in the Renaissance, chapel, school and workshop, set in nearly 3 hectares of grounds, 40 minutes from Besançon. On the outskirts of the village, overlooking the fields, the chateau occupies a central position within the estate, on the site of a former 11th-century fortified castle that no longer exists. The south-western section consists of a tower and an entrance porch, where traces of the former 15th-century drawbridge are still visible. The courtyard facade was built in 1570 for Antoine d’Oiselay by the architect Hugues Sambin; both of whom were local figures. A major renovation project carried out in the early 19th century by the architect Marnotte on behalf of the de Magnoncourt family gave the complex its current layout, notably involving the raising of the roof and the creation of new interior fittings. The murals in the reception room date back to the 1980s and were painted by pupils at an art school. The building has an L-shaped layout, with a round medieval tower to the south-west and a square tower to the north-east. An outbuilding is situated to the north and is connected to it via a vestibule on the lower level. The building, comprising six storeys, includes a semi-basement housing cellars and the former kitchens, as well as an attic on the top floor. Built in the 1970s, the three-storey annexe was intended to be a school. Its converted loft houses a former cinema.

City living or river living. Mooring in a harbor or casting off. Enjoying a crackling fire in winter or extending the days on a terrace overlooking the horizon. Aboard this approximately 100 sqm Tjalk barge, several ways of living become possible. Currently moored in Montbéliard, this fully seaworthy houseboat combines comfort, independence, and freedom. Designed by an architect, its layout prioritizes spaciousness and fluidity to create a true living space, far removed from the traditional image of a converted boat. The main level features a generous open-plan living area encompassing a kitchen, dining room, and lounge. The layout has been cleverly designed to maintain a feeling of space and light, while three bedrooms and two bathrooms allow for comfortable family living or a particularly attractive capacity for hosting guests. Here, every detail contributes to creating a warm, almost home-like atmosphere, with one key difference: water is an integral part of daily life. Above, the wheelhouse retains its functional helm station and also houses a comfortable lounge. This unique space offers a vantage point from which to appreciate the surrounding environment. Below, the engine room contains a meticulously maintained engine, ensuring the barge's full seaworthiness. Outside, over 40 square meters of terrace extend the living spaces, creating a true open-air lounge. It's the perfect spot to enjoy sunny days, entertain guests, or simply watch the scenery go by. Sold fully furnished and equipped, this barge immediately presents a variety of possibilities: a primary residence, a pied-à-terre, a nomadic lifestyle, or an investment in unique accommodations. Its layout and current location in Montbéliard also lend themselves to developing a tourism business based on this highly sought-after type of lodging. More than just a property, this houseboat offers a different way of living. A life between land and water, between belonging and freedom, with the possibility of choosing each morning how far the horizon may lead. Property not subject to an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr. Thibaut Boillot (RSAC: 884574492): +33 6 63 41 24 80