Provençal “mas”, old mills and historic châteaux - these extraordinary properties deserve to be lived with a passion.
Letters from my windmill
Grignan
In Grignan, home of the daughter of Madame de Sévigné, this 17th-century mill brings to mind the correspondence of the illustrious letter writer. The waters of its stone pond rise from a natural source, while the land, below the Ardèche mountains, is interspersed with a river, hundred-year-old olive trees, lavender fields, a pool house and a boules pitch. A dozen bedrooms each have their own bathroom, and several outbuildings further extend this 500 sq.m (5,382 sq ft) property.
Price: €2,400,000
The house of happiness
Thoiry
Half-timbering, immaculate shutters, brown tiles and 15th-century cross-ribs set the tone of this estate set on 4,225 sq.m (45,480 sq ft) of land. Six bedrooms, three bathrooms and three shower rooms round off the two lounges and an office in this stunning 390 sq.m (4,198 sq ft) house and its annexe. And there’s plenty of options when it comes to relaxation, with a games room, a gym, a tea room and a heated pool.
Price: €2,750,000
A life of royalty in Rennes
Vitré
On the edge of Rennes, this 19th-century château has been designed as a Renaissance palace. A creative vision that fills 3,400 sq.m (36,598 sq ft) and 20 rooms, including 4 awe-inspiring reception rooms and 9 bedrooms. Stunning mirrors and precious mouldings decorate this abode nestled amidst 6 hectares (15 acres) of grounds complete with a large pond.
Price: €1,417,500
Italy at the heart of the Morvan
Avallon
At the heart of the Morvan, the architect Bruno Calcia built an Italian-inspired property in the 18th century. Period wood panels, tiled gallery, main courtyard, former hunting lodge, orchard, stables and dovecot are all accounted for. 700 sq.m (7,535 sq ft) of pure delight, including 18 rooms and 7 bedrooms.
Price: €3,500,000
19th-century château
Theillay
36 hectares (88 acres) of wooded land conceal a beautiful 19th-century brick and stone château. The reception room appears almost flooded with light alongside the 17 bedrooms, professional kitchen, projection room and two outbuildings.
Price: €1,795,500
Lavish 14th-century château
Barjac
A château in the Cevennes built like an ode to the sun... Behind its azure shutters and golden façade lie 1,000 sq.m (10,764 sq ft) of sun-soaked space. Its fountain, its silkworm farm, its orangery, its swimming pool, and its oil mill all stand on 126 hectares (310 acres) of farm land.
Price: €4,950,000
A château in the Vendée
La Roche-sur-Yon
A 19th-century château where the grey of the slate blends into the green of the ivy against 5,000 sq.m (53,820 sq ft) of landscaped gardens. Two staircases lead to 12 bedrooms with bathrooms, while the ground floor boasts magnificent reception rooms. And to top it all off there’s even a swimming pool and pool house.
Price: €1,117,000
Provençal villa
Fayence
Custom villa in Fayence that seems moulded to the shapes of the Var landscape. The Provençal stone and double height ceiling give the 352 sq.m (3,790 sq ft) of this abode undeniable charm, with its double-sized living room, mezzanine office and five en-suites, all with dressing rooms. And if that wasn't enough to leave you speechless, wait till you see the infinity pool.
Price: €1,600,000
Untarnished manor
La Bazoche-Gouet
The manor house and its outbuildings were built between the 17th and 19th centuries, yet the property has lost nothing of its charm and boasts ten bedrooms as well as various reception rooms. To the contrary even, its ravishing looks are further accentuated by the timbering, the marble fireplaces and the elegant wallpaper.
Price: €850,000
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