Historical 9 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Bethune, Nord-Pas-de-Calais

2,000,000 EUR 1,720,000 GBP 2,160,000 USD

Reference: 241774

Bedrooms: 9
Bathrooms: 3
Floor Size: 765 m2
Plot Size: 1,953 m2

Features

Balcony
Fireplace
Wheelchair Accessible
Elevator
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
South Facing
Quiet Area
Parking
Good Condition

Details

Grand and historical 9 bedroom chateau, situated in quiet setting in Bethune:

GROUND FLOOR: 253m2.
MAGNIFICENT BANQUETING HALL 100m2 beautifully decorated to the very highest standard with faux effect grain and marbling on the walls and ceiling mouldings. Period features include oak parquet flooring, a superb chandelier and a magnificent marble fireplace. Full length south facing windows provide excellent natural light throughout with views across the grounds towards the historic Franciscan arches.

KITCHEN 36m2 with 39m2 of cold and ambient storage. Conveniently located next to the banqueting hall this spacious kitchen with a large marble topped central aisle unit that is ideal for food preparation.

STRONG ROOM: 5m2

GEORGE Vl ROOM: 19m2 currently used as a music room.

VISITOR CLOAKROOM: 9.5m2 includes a washbasin and two toilets featuring marble walls and faux effect decorated ceiling.

ENTRANCE HALL: 36.2m2 has a beautiful mosaic floor with an art deco theme echoed in the decoration on the walls. The hall leads to the magnificent MARBLE STAIRCASE overlooked by a stained glass window by George Depienne (1877-1937). Access to the 1st floor is via these stairs or by an ELEVATOR.

1st FLOOR : 251m2 comprises 4 individually styled reception rooms which could be used as offices or bedrooms.

"CATHERINE DE MEDICIS" RECEPTION ROOM 41m2. This Italian theme room has authentic pink Venetian stucco plastered walls, faux effect marble columns and an original marble fireplace. A south facing balcony that overlooks the garden is accessed via a beautiful oval alcove.

"ALEXANDER THE GREAT" RECEPTION ROOM 34m2. Decorated with dramatic faux effect marbling and trompe l'oeil figures, this reception room projects a modern dynamic image.

"NAPOLEON" RECEPTION ROOM 24m2. Trompe l'oeil wood panelling on the walls and a marble fire place reflect the imperial theme of this impressive study.

"THE CHILDREN'S" RECEPTION ROOM 19m2. Highly original lettered panels adorn the walls of this beautifully decorated room.

FERNANDEL GAMES/PROJECTION ROOM 51m2, currently used as a games/projection room and has 2 adjacent WCs totalling 4.4m2. With access to the first floor fire escape.

DISCO ROOM 20m2.

FIRST FLOOR CORRIDOR 48m2, with 2 WCs 9.5m2 with marble walls and a hand painted faux effect ceiling.

2nd FLOOR: - 261m2 consists of 2 independent luxury apartments/gites. The 1st apartment has 3 double bedrooms, a large living room with an open plan kitchen, a shower room with toilet, a bathroom and separate toilet. The 2nd apartment is a duplex with a black marble shower room, living room with American kitchen and separate toilet. On the first floor there are 2 bedrooms and a circular gallery with room for a further bed.

EXTERIOR: The secluded landscaped garden is versatile and can be used in summer months for large events, weddings, seminars, etc. or alternatively as private off road PARKING for up to 25 CARS. In addition to the 16th century arches, there is a 1940 bunker that provides a secretive & original refuge.

THE BASEMENT: - 193m2 with brick flooring. The Boiler room: 10m2, has an oil fired boiler. Oil storage room: 9m2. The adjoining storage room is 19m2 with the gas meter for the kitchen. The Wine cellar: 16.7m2 has a steel reinforced door. Other Storage rooms total: 138m2. Floor plans available from the agent.

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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

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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.