• Castle for sale
    On request
  • France
    France
  • 1 300 000 m²
    Plot size
  1. REALPORTICO
  2. Historic Properties
  3. Sale
  4. France

Exclusive prestigious castle property with extensive grounds

France

On request
  1. Request price from the seller.
  1. Castle
  2. Listed
  3. 7 000 m² Total area
  4. 1 300 000 m² Plot size

We are offering an exclusive medieval castle from the 13th century in France, available from private ownership.
 

The historically significant estate includes the castle and several outbuildings, covering a total area of 7,000 m². The area immediately surrounding the castle, including the castle courtyard, spans 1 hectare, while the entire property measures 130 hectares, including 80 hectares of parkland with kilometers of avenues. The estate originally dates back to the 13th century and has undergone numerous renovations and expansions over the centuries. The most extensive renovation took place between 1875 and 1882, and in 1881, it was recognized as the most beautiful castle in France.
 

Special Features:

  • 6 springs, including one with a waterfall, a large pond (1 ha) with 3 islands, and an English river with two dams.
  • Several kilometers of canals.
  • Numerous decorative architectural features in natural stone.
  • 4 viewpoints.
  • Park walls to delineate paths.
  • 10 km of fences and riding areas, adapted to the terrain with 29 English gates.
  • Several kilometers of avenues and numerous trees over 300 years old as natural monuments.
  • Tennis court with surface and finish to Olympic standards, surrounded by a hand-forged fence.
  • Prehistoric cave of approximately 100 m², accessible via 125 stone steps, with a glacier lake inside the cave.
  • Multiple driveways to the estate, with the main gate electronically controlled from several dozen kilometers away.
  • The castle features an ecological wastewater treatment system.
  • The castle can comfortably accommodate 100 people.
  • The entire castle retains original architecture in impeccable condition, original stained-glass windows, frescoes similar to those in the Paris Opera, and a total of 17 sculptures.
  • Rental: Individual rooms between 100-1000 euros per night, or the entire estate for 10,000 euros per day.
  • Illuminated 24/7 with 80 floodlights.

Additional Details:

  • Renaissance garden of 0.5 ha with a fountain and a 19th-century greenhouse.
  • Kennels with runs for several dozen dogs.
  • Several towers, a restored great hall, and multiple heating systems.
  • Dozens of original fireplaces made of marble, wood, and stone, all in perfect condition.
  • Additional buildings: utility buildings, stables, staff accommodations, gardener’s house, conservatory.
  • Carriage house also suitable as a garage for 9 Rolls-Royce vehicles.
  • Saddlery with salon and fireplace, 4 apartments with fireplaces, 6 bathrooms.
  • Covered sun terrace.
  • Garden house with a fountain center.


Operating Costs:

The costs for property tax (Taxe foncière) and residence tax amount to 4,800 euros per year.


The castle is a historic monument in France and is considered one of the most beautiful buildings after the Louvre. It is in very well-maintained condition and holds high historical and cultural value. In addition to the castle, there is a runway for 10 helicopters to land simultaneously.

Property Features

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