1,000-Year-Old Castle Restored into a Luxurious Tuscan Retreat
An architectural revival in the heart of Chianti, featuring an underground wine cellar and tasting room, a full spa with hammam, and a panoramic infinity pool with vineyard views—just 30 minutes from Florence.
In the hills of Chianti, just 30 minutes from Florence, a thousand-year-old castle has been quietly reimagined as one of Tuscany’s most exclusive private retreats. The restoration, equal parts architectural preservation and modern reinvention, strikes a rare balance between medieval weight and contemporary clarity. This property is on the market with Lionard Luxury Real Estate. Price is disclosed upon application with the listing agency.
Originally built in the 10th century as part of a strategic defensive network, the estate now spans over 7,500 sq ft (approx. 700 sqm) across a main villa, a historic tower, and a wellness centre. Every inch of the structure has been thoughtfully reworked: original stone walls, beamed ceilings, Gothic arches, and monumental fireplaces were preserved, while new elements—custom interiors, a high-tech kitchen, advanced home automation—were integrated without compromise.
The result? A fully turnkey property that doesn’t read like a renovation. It feels like it was always meant to be lived in this way.
The main house features expansive social spaces, two suites (one with its own terrace), formal and private dining areas, and a wine cellar with a cooling room and tasting area tucked below ground. The adjacent tower holds additional suites, a children’s room, a games room, home theatre, and a low-key bar. Rounding it out is the 860-sq ft (approx. 80 sqm) spa—sauna, hammam, gym, lounge—designed as a proper sanctuary, not an afterthought.
Outside, the estate unfolds across 2.5 acres (over 1 hectare) of private land, framed by cypress, olive, and woodland. The infinity pool hits at just the right angle for uninterrupted vineyard views. There’s a wood-fired oven, a jasmine-covered dining area, and a centuries-old stone hearth built for long, fire-lit evenings.
The olive grove is productive. The setting is private. And the proximity to Florence, Siena, and Volterra places it in the cultural heart of Tuscany, without the distractions.
This is not a hotel conversion. Not a cookie-cutter seasonal rental. It’s a once-fortified property brought back to life for someone who wants a piece of Tuscany that actually works—design-forward, fully livable, and completely off-market in feel.
If you know, you know.
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Pink Palace in Portugal With French Formal Gardens
The 19th century mansion is set in 12 acres of formal gardens designed by the French landscape architect Jean-Claude Nicholas Forestier, renowned for his work on the Champ de Mars gardens below the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.
Built in 1880 for Portuguese nobility, the French-style mansion is nestled within 12 acres of botanical gardens with impressive water features, a swimming pool and 2 guest villas.
The formal gardens were designed by the French landscape architect Jean-Claude Nicholas Forestier, renowned for his work on the Champ de Mars gardens below the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, as well as the Parque de María Luisa in Seville, Spain.
Rumored to have connections to Portuguese royalty, it's said the property was built by King Manuel III of Portugal, who ordered the construction of this pink palace for his Spanish lover.
The French-style palace was fully renovated in 2015, restoring much of the palace’s original period detail, including the stained-glass windows, wood flooring, and ornate ceiling cornicing.
The property for sale has 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, with several elegantly appointed reception rooms. Sold as a turnkey enterprise, the entire estate spans 22 acres and comes with an equestrian complex with 30 stalls and a jumping track.
A 30-room hotel to restore is available to purchase for an additional €1,000,000.
This incredible property is 2 hours from Lisbon, set near the Spanish border and just a 5 minute drive from the UNESCO-listed town of Elvas, considered one of Portugal’s hidden gems.
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Romantic Gascon Chateau in Southwest France
Offering panoramic views over the Vallée de l’Osse from its high Gascon towers, Château du Fréchou is considered one of Gascony’s hidden jewels.
Offering panoramic views over the Vallée de l’Osse from its high Gascon towers, Château du Fréchou is considered one of the region’s hidden jewels.
The Medieval and Renaissance castle dates back to 1280, and was transformed into a residential castle and remodelled in the Italian Renaissance style in 16h century, with the addition of a staircase tower and entrance pavilion.
Run as a farm by the 19th century, the property was in a ruinous state in 1970, when new owners set about restoring the historic property and updating its formal Italian gardens and Medieval-style walled garden.
Surrounded by outbuildings, the castle comes with a lovely period orangery, a pigeonnier, and a 2-storey gatehouse.
Inside, the castle has been tastefully updated for modern living while restoring the property’s unique period details.
The 6458 square foot property has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and several grand principal rooms, featuring romantic period details throughout. Of note is the original limestone staircase (considered one of the best in the area), the soaring beamed ceilings, terracotta tile floors, and original stone fireplaces.
The drawing room opens out to a lovely breakfast garden, accessible by a 14th century gothic bridge.
The 17 acre estate has a large walnut orchard with the potential to be replanted as a vineyard, creating the ultimate French country oasis.
The chateau is set in a peaceful and private setting near its namesake Gascon village, Le Fréchou, between the market towns of Nérac and Condom.
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Turnkey Pied-à-Terre Set in a Famed Market Town in Provence, France
The turnkey townhouse is located in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, nicknamed the ‘Little Venice of Provence’ for its charming setting on the Sorgue river and lovely canals.
The turnkey townhouse is located in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, nicknamed the ‘Little Venice of Provence’ for its charming setting on the Sorgue river and lovely canals.
Just 12 miles from Avignon, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is renowned for its weekend markets and antiques, and is the third largest European centre for antiques trade after London and Paris!
Set in the heart of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, this renovated property offers 2314 sq ft of bright living spaces with soaring ceilings and a luxurious, contemporary design.
A beautiful stone staircase ascends from the entrance vestibule to a modern, open-concept kitchen / dining room, featuring an authentic Provencal ceiling and chevron parquet floors.
The townhouse has 1 ensuite bedroom with a walk-in closet and 2 additional bedrooms with 1 bath and 1 shower room.
The master suite has a 107 sq ft balcony overlooking the Sorgue river, providing the perfect nook for enjoying a morning coffee.
This turnkey pied-a-terre presents as an attractive second home in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, an ideal base for exploring Provence.
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Restored French Chateau and 60-Acre Estate in Normandy
Functioning as a turnkey country house, the French chateau has been lovingly restored by the current owners with all of the conveniences of modern life, without sacrificing its charm and authenticity.
The French chateau dates back to the 16th and 18th centuries and has been lovingly restored by the current owners with all of the conveniences of modern life, without sacrificing its charm and authenticity.
Functioning as a turnkey country house, the 10,226 sq ft chateau offers 4 levels of living spaces with several reception rooms, a large kitchen and scullery, and 11 bedrooms, as well as a gym and wine cellar in the basement.
With its elevated position, the property offers lovely views over the surrounding landscaped gardens and private grounds, without a neighbour in site.
The 60-acre estate features a mature English garden, an orchard, vegetable garden and a tennis court. The property also has several outbuildings, including a summer house, guest house, dovecote, workshops, garages and a large hangar.
Just 25 miles from the sea, the country estate offers a bucolic setting in the French countryside in Normandy, nested between Caen and Mont Saint Michel, and just 2.5 hours from Paris.
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Medieval Castle Restored Into Luxury Home Near The Tuscan Coast
This unique modern home for sale in Italy was built onto the ruins of a medieval castle and features ancient walls that surround and protect the estate, with the option to build a helipad close to the castle walls.
This unique modern home for sale in Italy was built onto the ruins of a medieval castle and features ancient walls that surround and protect the estate, with the option to build a helipad close to the castle walls.
Surrounded by gardens, the nearly 40-acre property comes with olive groves and features spectacular views over the countryside and coast from its hilltop position.
The 7 bed, 9 bath home offers 7534 sq ft of contemporary living spaces with a wine cellar, large windows and numerous glass doors which open out onto the surrounding terraces and a modern pool with a jacuzzi, showcasing those panoramic views.
A truly unique turnkey property on the Tuscan coast
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A Romantic Pink Palace With French Formal Gardens in Portugal
Rumored to have connections to Portuguese royalty, it's said the property was built in 1880 by King Manuel III of Portugal, who ordered the construction of this pink palace for his Spanish lover.
Built in 1880, the Portuguese palace is nestled within 12 acres of French-style botanical gardens with impressive water features, a swimming pool and 2 guest villas.
The botanical gardens were designed by the French landscape architect Jean-Claude Nicholas Forestier, renowned for his work on the Champ de Mars gardens below the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and the Parque de María Luisa in Seville.
Rumored to have connections to Portuguese royalty, it's said the property was built by King Manuel III of Portugal who ordered the construction of this pink palace for his Spanish lover.
The French-style palace was fully renovated in 2015, restoring much of the palace’s original period detail, including the stained-glass windows, wood flooring, and ornate ceiling cornicing.
The pink palace has 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, with several elegantly appointed reception rooms.
Sold as a turnkey enterprise, the entire estate spans 22 acres and comes with an equestrian complex with 30 stalls and a jumping track, and a 30-room hotel and two restaurants, one currently rented.
This incredible property is 2 hours from Lisbon, set near the Spanish border and just a 5 minute drive from the UNESCO-listed town of Elvas, considered one of Portugal’s hidden gems.
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French Country House in the Bordeaux Wine Region
Although the grounds span just under an acre, there is an opportunity to acquire 20 acres of AOC Bordeaux Supérieur which surround the French country house.
Just 15 km from Saint-Émilion and surrounded by vineyards, the property for sale is nestled in the Entre-Deux-Mers region, a wine region famous for its Bordeaux grapes.
The French property for sale is classified as a Dordogne chartreuse—not to be confused with the liquor.
The French property for sale is classified as a Dordogne chartreuse—not to be confused with the liquor—and is described as an authentic French manor house built in southwest France between the 17th and 19th centuries, distinct for its one-story, elongated style.
The 9 bedroom residence has been fully renovated and features several large reception rooms within the 8309 square foot property. There is a terraced swimming pool and several outbuildings from the former vineyard estate.
A private path through the vineyards connects the property to its guest complex, which provides 6 bedrooms of additional accommodation across two suites, as well as another swimming pool.
Although the grounds span just under an acre, there is an opportunity to acquire 20 acres of AOC Bordeaux Supérieur which surround the French country house.
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Beautifully Restored Castle in Belgium
Located in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant, Castle Vroenhoven was fully restored in 2005 and is on the market with De Boer & Partners Immobiliën for €3.9M.
Castle Vroenhoven was fully restored in 2005 and offers several lovely reception rooms, 9 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, and a wine cellar.
The property features landscaped gardens with ponds, orchards, and woodland, with 25 acres of vineyards and the option to purchase up to 111 total acres.
The estate includes a 5-bedroom farmhouse and there are an additional 2 barns, ready to be restored for additional accommodation or converted into stables.
A unique opportunity in the countryside of Belgium, close to cities such as Diest and Hasselt.
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Restored Tuscan Farmhouse Near Siena
With a landscape of olive groves, orchards, and rolling hills, the Tuscan estate is a 10 minute drive from Monteriggioni, one of the most impressive medieval walled towns in Tuscany.
With a landscape of olive groves, orchards, and rolling hills, the Tuscan estate is a 10 minute drive from Monteriggioni, one of the most impressive medieval walled towns in Tuscany.
Well preserved over the ages, the cobbled-street town has one of the most important walled castles in the area—its towers were described by Dante Alighieri as “horrific giants” in his ‘Divine Comedy’!
The turnkey property is just 20 km from Siena, with restored Tuscan farmhouses set at the heart of a 49 estate estate with panoramic views over the Masse Senesi region.
Offering a total of 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and 6459 square feet of living space, the farmhouses have been fully updated for modern living, retaining much of the traditional charm of the farmhouses: exposed stone walls, beamed ceilings, terracotta tile floors.
Well suited for multi-generational families or as a self-catered retreat in the Tuscan hills, this incredible Tuscan estate could be a lucrative investment for boutique tourism.
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