An EXCLUSIVE opportunity to acquire a historic Castle, listed as a Bâtiment de France, dating from the 12th and 13th centuries. Nestled in a dominant position overlooking a village in the southern Ardèche Cévennes, this estate offers approximately 800 m² of living space set on 5,000 m² of attached and non-attached grounds.
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Exclusive Listing: Medieval & Renaissance Castle
An EXCLUSIVE opportunity to acquire a historic Castle, listed as a Bâtiment de France, dating from the 12th and 13th centuries. Nestled in a dominant position overlooking a village in the southern Ardèche Cévennes, this estate offers approximately 800 m² of living space set on 5,000 m² of attached and non-attached grounds.
Exceptional Heritage & Architecture
From its 28-meter-high keep, the property offers an extraordinary 100 km panoramic view over the surrounding valleys, notably the mining valley for which it once served as guardian.
The main structure (600 m²) is centered around a Renaissance-style paved courtyard. A sumptuous ceremonial staircase and gallery lead to:
A grand reception room (80 m²)
A private chapel
An interior garden with a former sheepfold
Wine cellars and the seigneurial lodgings
Period features: Arrow slits, mullioned windows, crossbow loops, vaulted ceilings, and hanging balconies.
Living Quarters & Accommodations
The currently inhabited section of 300 m² includes:
A kitchen with an adjacent pantry and laundry room.
A living room and a formal dining room.
A master suite and 4 additional upstairs bedrooms.
Authentic chestnut wood flooring.
Potential for 3 additional guest rooms (chambres d’hôtes) with direct access to the courtyard.
Outbuildings: Workshop, covered courtyards, and a 45 m² one-bedroom guest cottage (gîte).
Modern Comfort & Investment Potential
Renovated with passion, the castle combines historical charm with modern amenities:
Custom chestnut double glazing throughout.
Underfloor heating and an automatic gate.
Three cisterns (70 m³ capacity).
Business Opportunity: Ideal for a family project involving seminars, weddings, medieval events, or high-end bed and breakfast. Annual profitability: 150,000.
Fiscal & Strategic Advantages
The entire castle is listed as ISMH (Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques), providing significant tax benefits, inheritance tax exemptions, and deductions for restoration work.
Property Tax: 600/year.
Location: 20 minutes from Aubenas, 1 hour from Montélimar (TGV station), 2 hours from Nîmes. » Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/