17 bedrooms house for sale in Branoux-les-Taillades, France

• 850 m² de surface habitable
• 17 chambres
• structure/extérieur en bon état
• Piscine
• Cuisine équipée
• 2,38 hectares de terrain
• 11 salles de bain
• DPED (210)
• Cave
• 47 pièces
• N/C
• GESC (20)
• Cheminée

The castle is located in its own valley with over two and a half hectares of parkland bordered by the Gardon River, amidst a wonderful and abundant wildlife with the beautiful and popular Camboux lakes just 2 km away. Nearby are the wild mountains of the Cévennes and the rivers of the Tarn, Ardèche, and Cèze with a wide range of attractions. To the south, you will find the wine regions of Languedoc and, 90 minutes away, the beaches of the Mediterranean. The closest town, with its shops and bi-weekly market, is a five-minute drive away, while the bustling town of Alès, with all its shops and services, is 15 minutes away. The medieval town of Uzès, the Roman town of Nîmes, and the lively city of Montpellier are all easily accessible. The international airports of Nîmes, Montpellier, and Marseille are within reach and the rail connections are excellent. This is a rare opportunity. The Château is a thriving tourist business with high-quality gîtes and great potential to develop a wedding/events activity. All this is uniquely combined with an elegant and spacious home. It offers a real opportunity for a complete change of lifestyle. Alternatively, it could provide a spectacular base in one of the most unspoiled yet accessible regions of France for a large family or for a business. The castle is spectacular and has a history that dates back at least 400 years. It is built from golden stones from the surrounding hills and is centered around a charming central courtyard. In the 1890s, the castle was purchased by a high-ranking French diplomat who renovated and modernized it by adding a beautiful "Parisian" facade and landscaping the park with majestic plane trees that descend towards the river. Arriving at the property via a small bridge over the Gardon, you enter through an iron gate and approach the castle along a long lavender-lined gravel driveway. This opens up to a wide gravel area providing access to the central courtyard paved with stones where a lovely stone basin with a flowing spring is located. From there, the park and gardens stretch down to the river, with lawns and centuries-old trees. The main entrance doors of the beautiful 19th-century facade open onto the gardens and the river. You enter through large stone steps into an impressive entrance hall (18m2) with a stone staircase with iron balustrades leading up to the upper floor. To the right of the hall, double doors open into the main reception room (40m2) with a high molded ceiling and a carved marble fireplace. Large French doors offer views of the gardens and the river. Adjacent to this room, the recently renovated kitchen (32m2) is spacious and bright, with a high ceiling and exposed warm stone wall. Large windows overlook the courtyard, the lavender-lined driveway, and the pool. The "British Standard" handmade kitchen elements are complemented by a 11-meter handcrafted worktop made from polished reconstituted stone. The kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, making it ideal for professionals or cooking enthusiasts. A wood-burning stove gives this room a true "heart of the home" feel. From the kitchen, a second staircase leads up to a cozy mezzanine. Beyond, the hallway provides access to four bedrooms (14m2) (9m2) (9m2) (17m2). A door at one end of the hallway leads to the landing from which the main staircase descends. At the other end of the landing is a family bathroom with a walk-in shower and the master bedroom (21m2) which has its own bathroom. All bedrooms offer magnificent views of the river and have been recently renovated. Returning to the entrance hall, opposite the main reception room doors are matching double doors leading to a private guest accommodation that could also be used as a 6th gîte. It includes a second living area (28m2) with a small fully equipped kitchen (8m2) and two bedrooms (14m2) (20m2). Both bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers, and one of them opens onto a private terracotta courtyard with steps leading to an external door providing independent access to this guest apartment. Adjacent to the guest apartment is the largest of the five gîtes. "Les Pins" (120m2) features a large living and dining room with a built-in wood-burning stove in a cantou, a fully equipped kitchen, 4 bedrooms, and 2 shower rooms with walk-in showers. Outside, there is a large porch and a gravel terrace for outdoor dining. The views extend through the gardens to the river. The main house, including the guest apartment, and Les Pins all have central heating. Above Les Pins, at the southern end of the house, is the stunning covered terrace (340 m2) with a balustrade and views of the hill, gardens, and river on three sides. This terrace is a fantastic venue for weddings or events. "Les Citronniers" (63m2) gîte is located at the top of the "U" of the original courtyard and has its own independent front and back access. It includes a large living room with an open kitchen and wood-burning stove, a double bedroom, a bathroom, and a mezzanine with three single beds. Behind Les Pins, on the ground floor, is the large studio or gym (73m2) with a hammam and sauna. This space also includes a shower room, two toilets with sinks, and an additional kitchen. The studio/gym has large windows overlooking a rear courtyard. Next to it is an additional room (12m2) currently used for storage. The southwest wing of the building includes three other gîtes: Les Tilleuls (60m2), Les Chataigniers (45m2), and Les Acacias (48m2), each with independent access. These attractive gîtes each have two bedrooms, living rooms with fully equipped open kitchens, and private outdoor terraces. Les Tilleuls and Les Chataigniers also have wood-burning stoves. The entire property is partly centrally heated (owners' accommodation, guest apartment, and Les Pins) and insulated, water and drainage are connected. There is high-speed internet. The castle is set on 2.4 hectares of land with a pool, lawns, flower beds, and paddocks. Surrounded by wooded hill ranges. For centuries, the castle has had a chestnut operation, and many of these ancient trees still remain. Centuries-old plane trees lead down to the Gardon River where there is a sunny beach and an 80m stretch for wild swimming. The river sits significantly lower than the castle, which is well above the flood zone. The fabulous 11 x 5 m pool is located in the sunniest part of the park and includes smaller pools and a spa. It is currently filled each year with mountain spring water from the source that runs through the property. Uvc light is used to purify the water and minimize the use of chemicals. This precious and reliable water source is also used for watering the gardens. There is also a large vegetable garden, a polytunnel, and a chicken coop. The current owners also keep two donkeys housed in a separate "barn." It is a natural paradise with a wide variety of fauna and flora. In addition to otters, beavers, badgers, and broom, there are hundreds of bird species and multicolored butterfly flocks, around 72 varieties! The castle is currently a very successful business offering family vacations, weddings, and yoga retreats. The website and figures are available on request. It could also provide a substantial and impressive home or a base for a business. Price Thoughts: Considering the unique location, historical significance, versatile potential, and the thriving business opportunities associated with this property, the price of 1,495,000 seems reasonable. The combination of the stunning natural surroundings, the beautifully renovated castle with high-quality accommodation options, and the income potential make this property a rare gem in the real estate market.