Renovated 11 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Casteljaloux, Aquitaine

2,760,000 EUR 2,373,600 GBP 2,980,800 USD

Reference: 242116

Bedrooms: 11
Bathrooms: 8
Floor Size: 750 m2
Plot Size: 23 hectares / 56.83 acres

Features

Balcony
Fireplace
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Garage
Good Condition

Details

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautifully renovated historical French Chateau with separate apartment and Chapel, surrounded by 56 acres of glorious land and gardens with pool, while enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location in Casteljaloux.

This Renaissance castle, one of whose towers was built in the 12th century under Eleanor of Aquitaine, has been meticulously renovated in recent years. The castle, full of history, is a French historical monument. It is open to the public to visit and learn about the reason for its construction, its role during the religious wars and more.

Ideally located, the property is situated in Lot-et-Garonne, only 1 hour from the beautiful river city of Bordeaux, and 1h 30 minutes from Toulouse, both of which have an international airport.

An avenue of trees leads to the majestic entrance of the property, built on three levels and comprising two towers as follows:

On the right wing is a kitchen, a breakfast room, the traditional living room, a reception room as well as a library and a small theatre used for the chateau's historical Renaissance evenings with costumed characters and music from the past.

On the left wing is an entrance hall with wrought iron gates and steps leading to the 80m2 reception hall, a library, and a dining room (castle kitchen) with original fireplace.

Two original stone spiral staircases lead to the first floor with 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The estate also has a large reception room with two Renaissance fireplaces, often used for weddings or seminars, with a kitchen and scullery, a laundry room and indoor WCs for women and men.

There is also an independent flat with kitchen and bathroom, a garage and storage rooms. A chapel adjoining the chateau is used for weddings.

The property is located on 56 acre grounds with the most magnificently maintained topiary gardens that show off the history and class of the chateau.

When strolling through the gardens it is like taking a step back in time to the XVth century whilst still having modern luxury's such as a swimming pool.

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1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.