Château Du Bontoux Maison De Maître 540 M² 2 4 Hectares 11 Chambres Dépendances Proche De

Château du Bontoux
Master house
540 m²
4 hectares
11 bedrooms
Outbuildings - Near Geneva

”Château du Bontoux,” a master house in the heart of Grésivaudan (Biviers, Isère)

Located in the Isère valley at the foot of the Chartreuse massif, Grésivaudan offers a remarkable natural environment. This preserved setting is naturally suited for outdoor activities, hiking, and walks. With such a quality of life, the commune of Biviers combines residential tranquility with proximity to Grenoble (only 15 minutes away), a city known for its cultural, academic, and economic dynamism.

In addition to this remarkable natural heritage, there is an equally impressive built heritage, as this peaceful commune has three castles. The property presented by the agency [.VOUS.] is a manor considered the fourth castle of Biviers.

Dating from the 16th century, the nearly 4-hectare estate bears the name of the person who acquired the land just before 1600. This elegant residence has belonged to various families over the centuries, who have enhanced it while respecting Dauphinoise architecture.

From the entrance, one immediately senses the vastness and character of the property, walking along a majestic linden tree avenue over 120 meters long, leading to the 540 m² stone master house.

The main building stands out for its generous volumes, 3.20 m high ceilings, noble materials, and preserved authenticity.

Each of the three levels covers about 180 m², complemented on the garden and basement levels by a summer kitchen, a shower room, a boiler room, and a vaulted cellar.

On the ground floor, the large reception room impresses with its monumental Burgundy stone fireplace, a living room with French ceilings, and a renovated equipped kitchen. Two spacious bedrooms with parquet floors adjoin a bathroom, storage spaces, and a custom dressing room.

On the first floor, the superb apartment offers everything expected of castle living: Louis XIII style, a 75 m² living room with an antique fireplace and gilded overmantel, walnut parquet crafted by the best French artisans, a modern kitchen, three bedrooms, and a bathroom with bathtub and shower.

The second floor is dedicated to guest reception, with five bedrooms, including an intimate suite in a former chapel with stained glass. All have bathrooms, including a family room with a balneotherapy bathtub.

From the windows, the property unfolds over 3.95 hectares blending ornamental park, meadow, equestrian arena, orchard, and woods.

The landscaped park honors the main building with a pond featuring a nymph pouring water (from a private natural spring), a gazebo, and trees including some rare species. A swimming pool could be installed.

A 40 m by 20 m equestrian arena completes this wide range of outdoor leisure facilities, facing the mountains and harmonizing perfectly with this type of property.

Finally, the outbuildings offer great potential:
- The first is dedicated to events (about 240 m² fully renovated, ideal for receptions, sports, or wellness activities);
- The second for equestrian use and storage (former stalls, horse boxes, storage spaces totaling about 280 m²);
- The third is a former farmhouse to renovate, offering remarkable potential of 400 m² on the ground floor and equipped with 36 photovoltaic panels installed in 2024;
- The fourth is a small 15 m² pavilion in the inner courtyard housing a 5-person latest-generation jacuzzi with integrated music and views of snow-capped peaks.

Many words and details would be needed to fully convey how grand and tastefully arranged these places are. Simply put, Château du Bontoux is a rare character property offering a 360° open panorama of the Belledonne, Chartreuse, and Vercors massifs, extending to the Chamrousse and Sept Laux ski resorts.

Unique and versatile, it is suitable for multiple projects, from a prestigious family residence (primary or secondary) to an event venue or guesthouse.

In this environment offering a rare balance between nature, serenity, and the urban vitality of Grenoble, a new owner will join the list of families who have lived here, continuing the heritage story of this majestic site.

For more information or to request a visit, please contact Mrs. Laurence BILLET [hidden information].

Fees fully borne by the seller.
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