This superb Château which dates from 12th century enlarged in the 17th and 18th centuries is located on the outskirts of a big village (5.000 inhabitants) with all amenities in the Nîmes area. The castle is built on height offering panoramic views on the surrounding vineyards and mountains and a famous wine village. The main building 500m²/5.382ft² footprint, offers 680m²/7.320ft² living area including a guests house and the care taker’s apartment. The inside of the castle dates from the 18th century. It has been renovated recently whilst preserving the lovely marble fireplaces in the reception rooms and some bedrooms as well as the original stone or terracotta floors. This, combined with modern facilities make this property a beautiful and cosy home
Description of the buildings
The castle offers about 500m²/5.382ft² living area on 3 levels.
Ground floor:
Entrance hall ancient motif tiling and period tapestry 12m²/129ft², lounge 20m²/215ft², large terracotta tiling, coffered ceiling, stone vaulted dining room 57m²/614ft² large terracotta tiling, open stone fireplace, stone ribbed vault « Breakfast » kitchen 16m²/172ft², equipped kitchen 8m²/86ft², laundry 19m²/202ft², shower room & WC with stone basin 6m²/65ft², WC with wash basin 5m²/54ft², stone staircase to the 1st floor.
First floor:
landing 3m²/32ft², corridor with stone floor 12m²/129ft², lounge with marble fireplace 25m²/269ft², Large lounge with terracotta floor and panelled ceiling 38m²/409ft², bedroom 24m²/258ft², bathroom 5m²/95ft², bedroom 20m²/215ft², bedroom 20m²/215ft², en suite bedroom 20m²/215ft², opening onto a large terrace 20m²/215ft², marble bathroom with tub, shower, 2 basins & WC 12m²/129ft², bedroom 14m²/151ft², Bathroom with tub, shower, 2 basins, WC 12m²/129ft².
Second floor:
en suite bedroom 22m²/236ft², marble bathroom with tub, shower, 2 basins & WC 10m²/129ft², apartment with living room/bedroom 35m²/320ft², kitchen 18m²/194ft² with dining corner and a bed, WC 2m²/21ft², bathroom 4m²/43ft², bedroom 20m²/215ft², bathroom 20m²/215ft², Large 40m²/431ft² attic to be converted and one more 10m²/108ft² insulated actually used for storage, pigeon house 8m²/86ft² .
Outbuildings
Guest house, single storey 77m²/828ft²: Living room/fitted kitchen 30/323ft² , lounge with stone fireplace 14m²/151ft², 2 bedrooms of 13m²/140ft², bathroom 5m²/95ft², WC with wash basin 2m²/2²ft². Garage 28m²/301ft and outside another garage of 12m²/129ft² and a car or tool port of 16m²/172ft².
Caretaker’s apartment 80m²/861ft²:
Ground floor: living room with stone fireplace open to fitted kitchen 30m²/323ft², bedroom 16m²/172ft², Bathroom with Tub, shower & WC 7m²/75ft².
Basement level : bedroom 16m²/172ft², office/workshop 6m²/64ft², WC2m²/2²ft².
In front of the château on the Southern side is a large 300m² courtyard and further under the centennial trees a shady terrace for diner of about 40m²/431ft²with a barbecue.
Lovely 12m x 5m pool, very intimate and hidden by high trees
Grounds
The 3ha/7.4acres is entirely enclosed with stone walls. There are 3 entrance gates one of which is automatic, accessing the château by an oleander and cypress tree lined driveway. The ground is made of a large 300m² courtyard in front of the castle with centennial olive trees, a beautiful landscaped garden with large lawn surrounded by cypress trees and another part « à la française » designed in 3 different levels terraces with orchard and mature trees, stone walls and stairs and the swimming pool. The rest of the land is made of meadows actually in need of maintenance, with 2 other alleys leading to the 2 other entrance gates. Under one terrace there are 2 stone cellars 6m²/64m² and 25m²/265ft² used for storage of garden tools and summer chairs.
General condition
This property has been nicely renovated with modern comforts oil central heating whilst keeping many ancient features marble fireplaces, inside stone walls vaulted or ribbed vault or coffered ceilings stone or terracotta floors, wooden simple glazing joineries and wooden shutters. The 6 bedrooms are large and cosy. 3 reception rooms and the guest house are offering possibilities to invite friends to enjoy this beautiful property and lovely garden and swimming pool.
Comments
This superb château dating from the 17th & 18th Centuries, built on a dominant position providing open views on the edge of a large village in the Rhône valley offers a really delicious interior refined with numerous period features. The garden «à la française» invites anyone to choose either sunny or shady places and enjoy the Mediterranean climate with a glass of good wine. The beaches are at 1h15 minutes drive. A superb family home with potential for B&B or Gîtes.
Price AFI: 2 200 000€ - £1 833 040 - $2 823 480
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