Historic medieval castle with 8 apartments in France

Description

A historic castle in the heart of the Rhône Valley

This exceptional architectural ensemble is located in the Rhône Valley, in the south of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, surrounded by the foothills of the Vercors massif. Situated 45 km from Valence and in the heart of the Vercors regional natural park, the castle enjoys a privileged location that combines history, nature and excellent connectivity.

The property dates from the 16th-17th centuries and has been listed as a historic monument, preserving unique architectural elements such as the monumental staircase, 17th-century windows, decorated ceilings and original outbuildings. The ensemble sits on 7 hectares (17.3 acres) of land that includes landscaped gardens, pond with waterfall, swimming pool and extensive forests that guarantee absolute privacy.

An exceptional architectural heritage restored with mastery

The castle presents the typical medieval defensive structure with quadrilateral form flanked by four circular towers surrounding a large main courtyard. The restoration, executed with scrupulous respect for historical authenticity, has managed to preserve all heritage elements while incorporating modern comforts.

Interior spaces that combine history and contemporary comfort

The main building houses 8 independent apartments distributed throughout the different wings of the castle. Each apartment maintains the original architectural elements: stone masonry walls, exposed wooden beams, stripped antique wooden floors in the main rooms and period terracotta tiles in corridors and vestibules.

The spaces stand out for their decorated ceilings with moldings and polychromy, libraries with historical volumes, carved marble fireplaces and carefully selected period furniture. The medieval rooms preserve their original stone vaults and large fireplaces that evoke the historical uses of the castle.

Exteriors designed as a dreamscape

The gardens extend over the 7 hectares (17.3 acres) creating a mosaic of differentiated spaces: perfectly maintained meadows, formal gardens with geometric parterres, native forests and a spectacular pond with waterfall that reflects the silhouette of the castle.

The central cobbled courtyard is organized around an octagonal stone fountain, while a semicircular swimming pool harmoniously integrated between the towers offers an oasis of relaxation with privileged views of the historic ensemble.

The Vercors region, preserved nature and exceptional cultural heritage

The Vercors regional natural park offers an exceptional natural environment with limestone mountain landscapes, spectacular gorges and unique biodiversity. The proximity to the Saoû forest and the Grand Barry nature reserve provides infinite options for hiking, nature observation and outdoor activities.

The strategic location allows easy access to Die, ancient episcopal capital with Roman walls and medieval heritage, as well as the vineyards of the Provençal Drôme known for their wines of controlled designation of origin. The region preserves a rich gastronomic tradition that includes everything from garden produce to specialties such as Montélimar nougat.

The excellent connectivity places the castle just 30 minutes from the A7 motorway and 45 minutes from a high-speed TGV station, allowing comfortable travel to southern France, Lyon or Paris, while enjoying the tranquility of a preserved historic enclave in the heart of nature.

This medieval castle represents a unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional historic heritage, perfectly restored and with all modern comforts, in one of the most privileged natural environments in southern France.

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