Property Description:
Magnificent 15th century mediaeval castle partly modified in the 17th and 18th centuries. Situated on the edge of a small town on 6-7acres of land with large outbuildings, swimming pool, 2 independant houses, gatehouses, remains of the moat kept as an elegant pond, and gardens. The park is an English-style garden with superb trees, approached through listed wrought-iron gates and complemented by existing scultped stone remains from the original courtyard. The original fortified tower, built over vaulted cellars contains the kitchen, a large study/lounge, with the attic transformed as a large bedroom or games room. The main wing, protected by 2 towers and built over vaulted cellars has a vast hallway boasting the stone staircase with listed wrought-iron bannister, leading to the vaulted mediaeval main living room, Italian-influenced dining room, lounge typical of the 17th.c. with mouldings representing the 4 seasons, and large rooms in each of the towers (one used as a study, the other undergoing renovation). First floor: central gallery giving access to 4 large bedrooms, plus the tower room and 2 other rooms in need of renovation (appartment). 2 between-floor bedrooms with bathrooms. In all 7 bathrooms. Around 650m² living space plus a further 300m² possible in the attic space, the former servants quarters, plus a study with fireplace. The rooves over the castle and 2 houses have been replaced, some roof work needed over part of the outbuilding (consisting of stables, kitchens, cheese cellar, garages, plus attic space). The whole property is very private, partly walled, but with direct access to the town centre. The entire property is listed ISMH (tax exemptions), including the wood panelling, mouldings, fireplaces, fresques, mosaiques, sculptures, wrought-iron artwork, library, the archives room with the original reinforced iron door etc. International airport 30mins.
Price on application.
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Water connected