Historical 9 bedroom Castle for sale with panoramic view in Bazas, Aquitaine
The main area of the chateau, which is a comfortable family home, consists of a fitted and equipped kitchen with an open fire; back kitchen all with original Girondine floor tiles; dining room with an open fire and doors leading to a spacious outdoor terrace with incredible views of the Girondine countryside; grand entrance hallway; downstairs WC; living/reading room with an open fireplace; living room with an open fire; study with an open fire, which was originally the dungeon; cellar.
First floor: bedroom 1; bedroom 2 with doors to an outside garden; WC. B...
The main area of the chateau, which is a comfortable family home, consists of a fitted and equipped kitchen with an open fire; back kitchen all with original Girondine floor tiles; dining room with an open fire and doors leading to a spacious outdoor terrace with incredible views of the Girondine countryside; grand entrance hallway; downstairs WC; living/reading room with an open fireplace; living room with an open fire; study with an open fire, which was originally the dungeon; cellar.
First floor: bedroom 1; bedroom 2 with doors to an outside garden; WC. Bathroom with a bath (Jacuzzi style) shower and 2 sinks. Dressing room (could also be a bedroom). Storeroom and a laundry room.
Second floor: bedroom 65m2 (this room needs refreshing). Bathroom with a bath sink and WC; bedroom with original escape steps which lead to the dungeon).
Separate part of the chateau, which is currently used as an active chambre d'hotes: 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Spacious attic (25m2) with windows in place, the roof was renewed in 2019.
Tobacco barn:
Entrance, reception room leading to a grand reception hall (160m2) for approximately 80 people. WC's (disabled). Catering kitchen. 2 garages and ample parking.
Second house, which is currently used for summer rentals:
Ground floor: fitted kitchen and living area.
First floor: 2 bedrooms and 2 shower rooms.
There is also additional sleeping quarters with 4 bedrooms and 2 shower rooms. Attic space.
Separate dependance (work to be finished):
Windows in place. Electricity in place. Tiling already done.
There is also a wine tasting room with a vaulted ceiling. Central heating room. Swimming pool. Gas central heating. Connected to mains drains. High speed internet. Part double glazing.
The chateau is situated within 79 acres of unspoilt meadows and woodland bordered by a stream; and only a few minutes walk to a local village with restaurant, boulangerie; a chemist and doctor and a junior school.
A gorgeous area of south west France, and the proximity to the city of Bordeaux, the regional capital, with its centuries-old history and rich architectural heritage is a major advantage. Bordeaux offers all the luxury services, shops, restaurants and theatres that one could wish for.
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This Chateau is located in Bazas in France
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