Impressive 12th Century Castle, Listed and Detached Building, Main Dwelling …

Property Description

Let yourself be taken back in time by this rare castle built originally in the 12th century and expanded into the 17th century. In the heart of a quiet village with amenities in the greater Uzès area, Languedoc Roussillon, Occitanie, South of France, this prestigious stone property that is listed and protected as a historic monument will not leave you indifferent. Upon entering the property through the impressively thick stone arches you’ll be amazed with the utterly charming courtyard which the property is centred around. It gives you the impression of being in your own world once the door closes behind you. Made up of the main house, 2 apartments, possibility for a shop, B&B/gite/restaurant, plus more space to renovate, all with original ancient features plus outdoor space with a swimming pool ! This unique village castle is detached and offers so many possibilities and opportunities. Don’t miss out on the chance to own your own piece of history!Description of the buildings
The Castle offers 510m² of living space with 200m² of further space to renovate
Main house
The main house offers 210m² of living space
1st floor of Castle : Enter the main house via the gallery dating back to 1777 where you’ll find the bright living room with feature fireplace, mezzanine level, fabulous loggia with terra cotta flooring, equipped kitchen with cross-ribbed vaulted ceilings and Danish wood burner hooked up to central heating, office with access onto gallery and roof terrace, bedroom, WC with sink, bathroom, double bedroom, single bedroom with access onto the gallery, master bedroom with sunken bathtub and sink, Romeo and Juliette balcony, fireplace and again fabulous vaulted ceilings and exposed stone walls.

Passageway leading into an independent apartment of 110m² that has been completely renovated and insulated: bathroom, dressing room, down stairs to the ground floor bedroom, living room with open kitchen, bedroom with en-suite. There is electric underfloor heating on the ground floor of the apartment.

2nd independent apartment of 120m²: living room with fireplace and French ceiling, kitchen with central island, WC/sink/shower, office, bedroom, laundry room, wooden staircase up to 1st floor: terrace, bedroom with access onto the covered terrace, WC/shower/bathtub/double sinks, bedroom with mezzanine. This apartment has underfloor heating and electric convectors.

Ground floor of the castle: Enter into this property under magnificent stone arches where you have access to the following rooms -summer kitchen 25m² with exposed stone walls and fireplace, sitting room 25m², ground floor bedroom with en-suite shower room, wood store room/cellar, workshop, utility room, room with cross-ribbed vaulted ceiling that could be a restaurant, 2 further rooms with vaulted ceilings, room with access onto main street could easily be a small business with shop window already in place, 2 store rooms for the possible shop, 2 garage, swimming pool technical room leading onto pool area. Up a few steps is the boiler room. Stone steps lead up to the gallery opening on to the main house.

Space for renovation
The castle offers 200m² of further potential living space over 2 floors. The main structural work has been done. The space is amazing with 4.5m high French ceiling and fireplace.  

Garage 65m²

Swimming pool 7m x 3.5m, fiberglass, with walkable safety ledge on the interior of the pool enabling one to walk the perimeter of the pool, tiled surround.

Grounds
The ensemble is on a total plot of 1052m². The property offers a charming interior courtyard with fabulous established trees such as fig, magnolia and Seringat trees. There is also another completely private outside space surrounded by hedges where you’ll find the swimming pool. There is a well in the courtyard.

General condition
The main house has been completely renovated and is ready to move into. The 2 independent apartments are also in excellent condition and can be used for immediate income if desired. There is the possibility to restore another part of the property offering 200m² of potential living area. Mixture of single and double glazing, water softener, mains drainage and water, well used for watering and swimming pool.   

Comments
A property with multiple buildings that were owned by different owners in the past that the current owner has managed to reunite throughout the years to be able to offer this rare property in its totality! With an endless list of original features, many possibilities to develop this amazing property, all in an outstanding location close to a popular town with all amenities. You won’t find another property such as this one!

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