luxury real estate for sale Chalons-en-champagne, France

A 17th century chateau classed as a historic monument with a moat and 17 hectares of grounds, two hours from Paris, in Champagne. The first mention of a lord of Vitry-la-Ville dates back to the 13th century. The current building, probably built on the site of a fortified manor house, dates back to the 17th century. From the small country road that runs through the village, an avenue of lime trees leads to a rectangular area surrounded by a moat where the chateau stands. The drawbridge has been replaced by a stone bridge and a remarkable entrance gate is framed by two dovecotes. A formal French-style garden, created in the 17th century and one of the finest in the region until the 1960s, is currently being redeveloped, including a parking area for 350 vehicles next to a vast meadow. Two successive terraces provide access to the flowerbeds bordered by hornbeam hedges, the two water mirrors reflecting the building, the pond and the cross canal fed by the Guenelle river running alongside the wood.

Ref. 4306: Magnificent listed Chateau in Champagne, for sale This magnificent château is located just a few kilometers from Châlons en Champagne, in the Marne department, one of the four departments that make up the Champagne-Ardennes region. A region world-famous for its most prestigious wine, champagne! Located in a small commune of 380 inhabitants, right next to the village church. In practical terms, it's just 2 km from all the shops and services you need for everyday life. For children, there's a school bus service just outside the château. And to reach Paris by train, the station is 17 km away. XVIIth & XVIIIth century château built on the site of an ancient seigniorial house whose earliest records date back to 1264. With the evolution of time, lifestyle and taste, it has undergone numerous transformations over the centuries. In 1608, Hugues MATHE, Receiver General of Finances for the Champagne region, acquired the château and carried out major works, including the two dovecotes in the courtyard and the renovation of the main building. In 1650, he commissioned the construction of a moat around the château, and had a canal built to divert water from the nearby river. The castle's numerous drawbridges were built at this time. Hugues MATHE organized the park in parallel, calling on Jean Debar, a pupil of the talented André Le Nôtre, to design his formal gardens. In 1735, the château was purchased by François Jean-Marie MOREL, President of the Presidial Court of Châlons-en-Champagne, who restored the building from top to bottom. This date is engraved on the lintel above the entrance door. He restored the facades "à la moderne", then added two small wings set at right-angles. Later, he carried out extensive work on the château's bridge and entrance gate. He also embellished the gardens with elegant flowerbeds, bridges and water mirrors, all embellished with attractive sculptures. Later, as a result of family alliances, the château passed into the hands of the Comtes Dubois de Riocour family. Built of chalk stone and topped with an Irish purplish slate roof, the château stands at the center of a large rectangular terre-plein surrounded by water. A footbridge spanning the moat provides access to the château's courtyard. A magnificent main gate stands at the entrance to the bridge. On either side are two two-storey square pavilions, formerly dovecotes. The château has a classic east-west orientation, ensuring maximum sunlight. The gardens are to the east and the courtyard to the west. The building is composed of a central body flanked by two wings, each of which has three storeys. Two lower, two-storey wings are attached symmetrically. These two wings are extended by two single-storey buildings framing the courtyard. This assembly creates an interesting interplay of roofs. The roofs of the two end wings are long-sloped and rise as high as the more compact roofs of the main building. Eight finials crown the building. To the north, a final two-storey extension breaks the symmetry of the château. And, at the end of this extension, a heat pump-heated swimming pool (4 x 10 meters) (64 cubic meters of water). The château and northern extension total 1,535 sqm, with a further 210 sqm of accessible undeveloped attic space and 128 sqm of non-accessible attic space in the north and south pavilions. The 595 sqm first floor is composed as follows: A main entrance with a magnificent double spiral staircase in wood and wrought-iron banisters. The vestibule's cabochon tiled floor is almost three hundred years old. On either side of this entrance are 6 large salons with wood panelling and parquet flooring in a variety of patterns (Versailles, herringbone, bâton rompu, mosaic...). The doors feature elaborate bronze fittings. They feature the Counts De Riocourt family coat of arms in the form of a crown surmounted by nine balls indicating their rank of nobility. A large, fully-equipped kitchen, 4 toilets including 2 with disabled access, numerous storerooms and anterooms. The extension comprises a large private apartment with fitted kitchen, 1 bathroom, 2 wc, 4 bedrooms, 2 offices and a laundry area. There's also a seminar area with its own independent staircase, comprising two training rooms and a breakout room. A large garage. -North pigeon house of approx. 135 sqm on three levels: fully-equipped gîte comprising living room/kitchen, two bedrooms, two shower rooms with wc. -The south dovecote is unfinished, but with some renovation work a second 135 sqm gîte could be created. The grounds cover 42 acres, divided between the courtyard, the moat, the formal garden, which the current owners are gradually redesigning to reflect Le Nôtre's original work, and the forest with its inviting paths. Water is everywhere, providing the romantic dimension sought after by the great castellan families of past centuries. The water features have a purely decorative function and contribute to the overall harmony of the design, reflecting the architecture of the château. A private parking lot near the big top and a very large parking lot with four plots for over 350 cars. The chateau is listed on the Inventaire supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques : The facades and roofs of the château, the two lower wings of the outbuildings and the two entrance pavilions; main entrance gate and gate 18s leading to the garden with its pillars; moat and bridges crossing it (cad. A 123, 125, 412): listed by order of 06/1990. Cabinet LE NAIL – Ile-de-France – Mrs Juliette PERRIN : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Juliette PERRIN , Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 512 172 768. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

In the heart of Champagne, discover this 17th-century gem, listed as a Historical Monument, surrounded by moats, formal French gardens designed by Le Notre, and private forests spanning 17 hectares. Over 1,500 m² of living space: reception rooms, a majestic staircase, 20 bedrooms, a gîte, independent housing, a heated pool, and reception areas. A unique place, steeped in history and charm, just 1 hour and 30 minutes from Paris.Only a few kilometers from Châlons-en-Champagne, in the Marne department, this magnificent castle proudly stands in the Champagne-Ardenne region, world-renowned for its most prestigious wine: champagne.Located in a typical small village in the region, the estate is immediately adjacent to the village church. All daily shops and services are just 2 km away, while the train station to Paris is only 17 km away.A castle steeped in historyBuilt in the 17th and 18th centuries on the site of an ancient manor house mentioned as early as 1264, this pleasure castle bears witness to over eight centuries of history.He bought the castle and restored it completely. He modernized the facades, added two return-winged extensions, and redesigned the gardens, punctuated by elegant flowerbeds, bridges, water features, and refined sculptures.In 1791, the estate entered by marriage into the family of the Counts Dubois de Riocour, who remained owners for more than two centuries. In 1856, they added a second floor and installed a splendid central staircase with a double revolution, a masterpiece in wood and wrought iron.The castle has been listed in the Supplementary Inventory of Historical Monuments since June 1992, in recognition of its exceptional architectural and historical interest.Architecture and compositionBuilt of chalk stone and topped with a purple slate roof from Ireland, the castle rises in the center of a vast rectangular raised area surrounded by moats. Access is via a walkway spanning the waters, adorned with a monumental honor gate.The main building, oriented east-west, enjoys optimal sunlight: gardens to the east, the honor courtyard to the west. The architectural ensemble presents a harmonious composition: • a central body flanked by two return-winged extensions, • two lower symmetrical wings, • and two square pavilions (former dovecotes) framing the courtyard.The varied roofs, the eight ridge poles, and the balanced proportions give the whole a charm of rare elegance. A north extension slightly disrupts the symmetry and houses a covered and heated pool (4 m × 10 m).The total area of the castle and its extension exceeds 1,500 m², to which are added 210 m² of accessible attics and 128 m² of non-accessible attics.Interior distributionGround floor – 590 m² • A majestic cross entrance adorned with a double revolution staircase. • Six richly decorated living rooms with period woodwork and flooring (Versailles, herringbone, broken stick, mosaic). • Refined details: bronze fittings, family coat of arms (a crown with nine balls). • Large equipped kitchen, 4 toilets (including 2 accessible for people with reduced mobility), anterooms, and storage.First floor – 600 m² • A bright landing area serving 8 bedrooms, each with a bathroom or shower room. • Two additional staircases connect the three levels.Second floor • 9 bedrooms, including 2 with private shower rooms, • 3 spacious shared shower rooms.Dependencies and annexes • North extension: • Private accommodation including 4 bedrooms, equipped kitchen, 2 offices, bathroom, 2 WCs, and laundry. • Independent seminar space with 2 training rooms and a break room. • Large garage. • North dovecote (130 m²): complete gîte with living room/kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and 2 shower rooms with WCs. • South dovecote (130 m²): undeveloped, strong potential for a second gîte.Park and exteriorsThe estate extends over 17 hectares, combining the honor courtyard, moats, French gardens inspired by Le Nôtre, and woods crossed by picturesque paths. The decorative water features reflect the facades of the castle and contribute to its romantic atmosphere.A private parking area completes the set, as well as a large parking space spread across four parcels, capable of accommodating over 350 vehicles—ideal for receptions, weddings, or seminars.ProtectionListed as a Historical Monument (decree of 06/1990): • Façades and roofs of the castle, • Lower wings and entrance pavilions, • 18th-century gates, pillars, moats, and bridges.Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: "www.georisques.gouv.fr"This description has been automatically translated from French.