Fairytale French Chateau Set in The Cévennes National Park
The 16th century chateau is nestled in 5 acres of park-style grounds feature a large heated outdoor swimming pool area, and is in walking distance to a charming local French village.
Dating back to 1575, this French chateau stands as a testament to the grandeur and sophistication of French Renaissance architecture.
With its three striking towers adorned with impressive turrets, the chateau exudes an air of enchantment reminiscent of a classic fairytale.
Offering 6458 square feet of living spaces, the chateau has 10 bedrooms, as well as an apartment with a separate entrance.
The large attic room, used as a games room, could be repurposed to provide additional accommodation or further amenities.
Set within a sprawling 5-acre park, the chateau overlooks the tranquil waters of the river Luech, adding to its picturesque charm.
The park-style grounds feature a large heated outdoor swimming pool area complete with a cuisine d’ete, ideal for soaking up the sun and enjoying leisurely afternoons by the water.
A terrace for BBQs and a convenient changing room add to the convenience and comfort of outdoor living.
Beyond the confines of the chateau lies a charming French village offering a myriad of quaint shops, bustling markets, and cozy cafes.
Set within the Cévennes National Park, the chateau is ideally positioned for nature lovers, as well as foodies, as the region is renowned for its wild boar, chestnuts, and mushrooms.
Despite its idyllic seclusion, this French chateau remains easily accessible, just an hour’s drive from Nimes airport, and close to a nearby train station offers easy access to the Montpellier coast and Paris.
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Charming Village Chateau Near the Cévennes National Park
Dating back to the 12th or 13th century, this former fortress has been transformed into a fine bourgeois residence just 15 minutes south of the historic Renaissance town of Barjac.
Dating back to the 12th or 13th century, this former fortress has been transformed into a fine bourgeois residence just 15 minutes south of the historic Renaissance town of Barjac.
The 8 bedroom chateau offers 5381 square feet of living space divided into two main levels.
The careful preservation of historical elements ensures that this residence stands as a house of the highest quality, offering a unique living experience that seamlessly marries the old and the new.
The ground floor beckons with inviting living spaces and two bedrooms, each opening onto a terrace that overlooks the meticulously landscaped garden.
Ascending to the first floor reveals a harmonious blend of old-world charm and modern comfort. Six bedrooms and five bathrooms offer luxurious accommodation, while a sprawling reception room seamlessly connects to the terrace.
This level also accommodates practical spaces such as a garage, vaulted rooms, a workshop, and a billiard room, adding to the chateau's functionality.
The charm of this village chateau extends beyond its walls into the meticulously designed garden featuring a walled vegetable garden and an orchard, as well as a swimming pool.
The main chateau is accompanied by a 730 sq ft house with a charming courtyard, currently rented out. This enchanting space, typically Cévenole in style, offers an opportunity for additional income or a private retreat.
The village chateau also benefits from a unique microclimate from its location, set at the foot of the Cevennes National Park in the heart of the Gard department in southern France.
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99-Acre Country Estate in Cévennes National Park, Southern France
A true hidden gem, the French property is surrounded by unspoiled nature in one of the least populated areas in southern France, close to the village of Anduze and 50 minutes from Montpellier.
A true hidden gem, the French property is surrounded by unspoiled nature in one of the least populated areas in southern France, close to the village of Anduze and 50 minutes from Montpellier.
Dating back to the 15th century, the property was the former family estate of Baron Pieyre de Mandiargues and in the 20th century, belonged to a famous Parisian art collector, Aimé Maeght, who was also an agent to famous artists like Picacco, Marc Chagall, Giacometti, and Miró.
Throughout the 1950s to 1970s, the estate became a mecca for the fashionable, attracting guests like Brigitte Bardot, Cartier Bresson, Roger Vadim, and many other celebrities.
Ideally positioned for hospitality, the French property presents a lot of potential to renovate into a boutique hotel, offering over 19,000 sq ft of living space across the main 15-bedroom house, a 5-bedroom farmhouse — where Picasso would stay— a 4-bedroom bergerie (former barn), and several independent apartments.
There are three swimming pools, a tennis court, and several outbuildings, as well as a light-filled 1291 sq ft orangerie, which could be used as an event or exhibition space.
Located in the Gard department in southern France, the country estate is surrounded by the unspoiled nature of the Cévennes Méridionales, a UNESCO world heritage site.
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French Farmhouse in the Heart of the Cévennes National Park
The 74 acre country estate is set within a nature reserve in southern France, a region of unspoiled countryside that has been named a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.
The 74 acre country estate is set within a nature reserve in southern France, a region of unspoiled countryside that has been named a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.
The French farmhouse offers nearly 10,000 square feet of living space, with 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. The farmhouse features a lovely covered terrace, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.
The farmhouse is surrounded by terraced gardens and comes with a swimming pool and pool house and a tennis court.
The country estate comes with several outbuildings and a caretaker’s house.
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