Renovated 10 bedroom Chateau for sale with panoramic view in Bergerac, Aquitaine

2,999,999 EUR 2,609,999.13 GBP 2,969,999.01 USD

Reference: 225971

Bedrooms: 10
Bathrooms: 6
Floor Size: 612 m2
Plot Size: 4 hectares / 9.88 acres
Work Required: None
Swimming Pool
Gite / Annex / Additional Accommodation
Income Potential
Gym

Details

Outstanding and beautifully restored French chateau dating back to the Fifteenth Century in a village location in the Dordogne with panoramic views, swimming pool and manicured gardens.

This delightful estate, a 'Monument Historique' even counts a hero from the American War of Independence as a former owner. With beautiful stone- buildings set in 10 acres of land, (4 hectares), this property represents a slice of European history.
There are a total of 10 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms offering flexible accommodation for a comfortable family home or a hospitality project.
As an officially listed Chateau, the property has been renovated by professional craftsmen to a very high standard. Former owner Armand Louis de Gontaut, the Duc of Lauzun, fought alongside George Washington at the Siege of Yorktown in 1781.

The Medieval Chateau:
This Chateau includes a drawing room, dining room, kitchen, living room, office and huge wine cellar along with 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
All of the Medieval Chateau has been beautifully restored with well thought-through modern amenities to compliment the original features, such as underfloor heating, high-end bespoke kitchen with modern glazed Gothic arch to the courtyard, hand blown glass windows from the craftsmen of St Gobain and a new roof.

The Renaissance Chateau:
Built in 1570, a new chateau was built consisting of the Great Hall, the King's and Duke's Bedchambers, a parlour and a Chapel.
Today, the Great Hall's scale is no less impressive - at 20m x 10m and boasting two ornate Historical Monument fireplaces, the space is quite remarkable and could be used for many different functions.
The Chapel is now a two-bedroom apartment but could easily be returned to its former glory should the new owner choose to do so.

The New Pavilion:
Built in the 17th century to connect the Medieval and Renaissance Chateaux, this section has various rooms. A professional kitchen to enable event catering, along with storerooms, a huge cellar and staff washrooms sit on the lower level.
On the upper floor there is a library and gymnasium.

Gardens & Outbuildings:
To the south of the chateau is a beautifully kept park with various tree species.
To the western edge of the chateau is a private stone swimming pool (14m x 7m), complete with underground filter room and filtration system.
At the eastern entrance, to the side of one of the great gates to the estate, is a guardian's lodge. This is made up of a sitting room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom and is perfect for staff quarters.
To the southern side of the estate, close to the other commanding gate, is a large two storey barn (23m x 12m), perfect for conversion into further living accommodation or as a potential venue for the perfect French chateau wedding.
A 14m x 12 m barn to the side of this would be an ideal place to house a classic car collection.

All amenities are available in the village, including bars, restaurants and boutiques. The nearest airports are Bergerac (30 minutes) and Bordeaux (1 hour 45 minutes).

Further details - including the history - of this wonderful property can be sent on receipt of a signed confidentiality agreement and proof of funds.

Swimming Pool
Electric Gate
Caretaker House
Excellent condition
Exercise Room
Library
Panoramic views
South Facing.

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1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)
On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner. The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent. Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit
Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion
Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase. During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.