Exceptional Château In Provence – Elegance, History & Refinement
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About the Property
Set in the heart of authentic Provence, just one hour from Marseille International Airport and the Aix-en-Provence TGV station, this magnificent château embodies French refinement at its finest. With its private helipad, the estate offers direct helicopter access and an unparalleled lifestyle combining history, elegance, and modern comfort. Dating back to the year 1000, the château took on its
Set in the heart of authentic Provence, just one hour from Marseille International Airport and the Aix-en-Provence TGV station, this magnificent château embodies French refinement at its finest. With its private helipad, the estate offers direct helicopter access and an unparalleled lifestyle combining history, elegance, and modern comfort. Dating back to the year 1000, the château took on its current architectural form in the mid-18th century. A complete and meticulous restoration, carried out over seven years and completed in 2010, has returned this exceptional residence to perfect condition. With approximately 5,000 sq.m. of living space spread over five main levels and several intermediate floors, this property is recognized as the largest château in Provence. It has around a hundred rooms and houses 25 bedrooms and suites, each with its own private bathroom, with the potential to create an additional ten rooms. The interior décor, particularly the exquisite Provençal gypseries, is considered among the finest in the region. With is 16 hectares of enclosed parkland, the estate offers an incomparable art de vivre: 1 hectare of olive groves Possibility to plant a vineyards Two swimming pools providing moments of leisure and relaxation Equestrian facilities, including boxes and a dressage arena Guardian houses and numerous outbuildings Lift/elevator serving the main floors A refined and elegant residence, this château perfectly blends the grandeur of its historical heritage with the comfort of contemporary living. A truly unique architectural masterpiece, bearing witness to a thousand years of history, at the heart of timeless Provence. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/
La Verdière is a small hilltop village in the Var department of Provence, sitting at roughly 550 metres elevation in the Haut-Var, a largely unspoiled interior region between the Luberon and the Verdon Gorge. The village is defined by its medieval character, dry stone architecture, and the commanding presence of the Château de La Verdière, one of the largest private châteaux in Provence. The surrounding landscape is dominated by oak garrigue, lavender fields, and olive groves, with very low population density and no mass tourism.
Daily provisions are available in Rians, approximately 15 kilometres away, and Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, around 30 kilometres south, offers a wider range of shops, restaurants, and a weekly market. Aix-en-Provence, roughly 55 kilometres southwest, provides access to fine dining, cultural institutions, and the Festival d’Aix-en-Provence each summer.
The Aix-en-Provence TGV station is approximately one hour by car, connecting to Paris Gare de Lyon in roughly three hours. Marseille Provence Airport is also within one hour, offering direct flights to major European cities. The A8 motorway is accessible via Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, placing the Côte d’Azur, including Nice and Cannes, within approximately 90 minutes by road.
Provence Verte Sotheby’s International Realty offers its’ international and local clients a wide selection of l
Provence Verte Sotheby’s International Realty offers its’ international and local clients a wide selection of luxury properties in all price ranges in the Haut Var region of Provence, France. Situated in a prime location in the heart of the charming village of Tourtour, close to all the region’s most important landmarks, Provence Verte Sotheby’s International Realty is ideally located to welcome its distinguished local and international clients in search of luxury properties in the heart of Provence. Its friendly, multi-lingual team is delighted to offer tailor made assistance to each client. The property agency Provence Verte Sotheby’s International Realty was founded by Ann – Marie van Hoeflaken and Gerard Biermans. Their property agency has quickly developed into one of the region’s leading property agencies for Provence Haut Var luxury properties, offering quality properties in all prices ranges, from charming pied-à-terres to cosy Provençal country houses, from luxurious villas to historic batsides. Provence Verte are delighted to offer properties throught the Huat Var region of Provence, including Aups, Salernes, Lorgues, Flayosc, Cotignac and of course, Tourtour.