Luxury Castles / Chateaux For Sale in France
Find Your Dream Luxury French Chateau
HOMEHUNTS is an award-winning French property specialist that finds historic castles, stunning manor houses, grand country estates and luxury french chateaux for sale. Home Hunts will handpick a selection of French chateaux for sale that closely meet your requirements and specifications, whether you’re searching for a family home or an income-generating property. French chateaux come in all degrees of preservation, from 19th-century turnkey homes in small village locations to properties with that will increase in value after modern renovations are added to the plentiful living space already on offer as well as luxury features such as a swimming pool.
Featured Chateaux in France
This unique estate is located around an hour from Geneva in the French countryside, approximately 30 minutes from the pretty town of Bourg en Bresse. To be clear, this handsome […]
- €5,000,000
- Beds: 8
- Baths: 6
- 780 M²
Designed by Robert Streitz, a disciple of the architect Emilio Terry, in 1960 and is a direct replica of a neoclassical XVIIIth century pavilion built for Madame de Pompadour at […]
- €7,950,000
- Beds: 12
- Baths: 9
- 750 M²
A magnificent 8 bedroom, 7 bathroom 18th Century manor house set in its own parkland of over an acre, yet just steps from the covered market, shops and cafés of […]
- €1,150,000
- Beds: 10
- Baths: 7
- 615 M²
A truly unique property on the top of the hill and next to Mougins Village, it is surrounded by 26,000m2 of beautifully landscaped grounds and offering panoramic sea and country […]
- €27,900,000
- Beds: 11
- Baths: 11
- 1540 M²
This grand Manor is situated within a 15-hectare park, just 1800 meters away from the charming village of Callian. It’s a 45-minute drive from Nice Airport and only a 15-minute […]
- €12,500,000
- Beds: 11
- Baths: 10
- 990 M²
A beautifully renovated Gascon maison de maitre with many original features, providing an idyllic environment for entertaining. The house features generous indoor and outdoor seating and dining areas and benefits […]
- €970,000
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 2
- 600 M²
This splendid country estate offers spectacular panoramic views from every angle. Meticulously renovated to the highest standards, great care has been taken to preserve its original charm and features, whilst […]
- €950,000
- Beds: 5
- Baths: 5
- 400 M²
Welcome to this exceptional property nestled in almost 4 hectares of magnificent parkland, offering an unrivalled blend of luxury, privacy, and natural beauty. With its impressive range of amenities and […]
- Price on Request
- Beds: 6
- Baths: 8
- 508 M²
Situated in the Riviera countryside between Grasse and Peymeinade, this charming provencal bastide sits in beautiful grounds of over 2.5 hectares. The accommodation is as follows: Ground floor: Entrance hall, […]
- €4,990,000
- Beds: 12
- Baths: 10
- 750 M²
Once in a lifetime opportunity, period country residence. This sumptuous mansion in Provence, close to Avignon, is a haven of peace. Located in a picturesque village between Arles and Avignon, […]
- Price on Request
- Beds: 11
- Baths: 11
- 1150 M²
A secluded country estate situated between Valbonne and Mougins, built on the crown of its own wooded hill; 15-minute drive from Cannes, 20-minute from Nice Airport and a few minutes’ […]
- Price on Request
- Beds: 9
- Baths: 9
- 1161 M²
Nestled in the picturesque hills of south-west France, this property has been completely renovated and offers stunning views over the countryside of the Quercy Blanc. The property is surrounded by […]
- €1,495,000
- Beds: 11
- Baths: 12
- 500 M²
To renovate, superb equestrian estate, with 480 m2 Bastide, stables and outbuildings 20 km from Aix-en-Provence and close to a beautiful Provencal village. Equestrian estate of approximately 6,5 hectares including […]
- €1,480,000
- Bed: -
- Bath: 0
- 320 M²
In the heart of the village of Maussane les Alpilles, this recently renovated farmhouse is made up of 2 separate and independent buildings, offering a living area of about 490 […]
- €3,450,000
- Beds: 9
- Baths: 5
- 490 M²
Exceptional estate just 30 minutes from Monaco and the vibrant coastal lifestyle! Offering an oasis of tranquility and luxury, this spectacular property features a main house, two guest houses, stables, […]
- €5,995,000
- Beds: 8
- Baths: 8
- 700 M²
Family-run wine estate located in the centre of the Var, in the heart of the Cotes de Provence appellation, with a surface area of around 55 hectares supplemented by leased […]
- €5,300,000
- Bed: -
- Bath: 0
16th century Renaissance style Chateau…..step back in time…. One off opportunity, 40 minutes from Aix-en-Provence, this Renaissance-style chateau, the first stones of which date back to the 16th century, is […]
- €4,400,000
- Beds: 13
- Baths: 13
- 1400 M²
Near Isle sur la Sorgue – Remarkable 1.8 hectare estate with running Hotel/Restaurant. This hotel-restaurant in Provence, which can also be a great place to get together with family and […]
- €3,020,000
- Beds: 15
- Baths: 5
- 591 M²
From the moment you step on to this property you will be seduced by its charm! Surrounded by fields and meadows and on the edge of a delightful Aveyronnais village, […]
- €1,950,000
- Beds: 8
- Baths: 7
- 648 M²
Estate boasting a manor house, 3 guest houses, and an array of outbuildings, nestled within 12 hectares of parklands, approximately 30 minutes from Bordeaux. Rich in history, this expansive property […]
- €2,479,250
- Beds: 14
- Baths: 6
- 684 M²
This tastefully renovated property, set amidst organically-farmed vineyards, could benefit from an extension, as part of the plot is suitable for building (subject to necessary permissions). The centre of Bordeaux […]
- €998,000
- Beds: 9
- Baths: 9
- 246 M²
This former winegrowing estate dating from the 17th century is a real gem of prestigious property in the Arles region. Set in a peaceful location just 5 minutes from the […]
- €3,150,000
- Beds: 10
- Baths: 5
- 900 M²
A beautiful tree-lined path leads you to this magnificent family residence nestled on a vast 2-hectare estate, complete with a private pool and tennis court. The residence unfolds with elegance: […]
- €3,650,000
- Beds: 9
- Baths: 6
- 475 M²
High quality renovation for this stone farm where you will find everything you have ever dreamed of! Accommodation includes 4 ensuite bedrooms, a beautiful kitchen that even a Michelin starred […]
- €997,500
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 5
- 1000 M²
This Mas composed of 8 houses is the perfect alliance between the codes of Andalusia and the Camargue. A large adjoining complex formed by 6 dwellings, each with its own […]
- €1,650,000
- Beds: 13
- Baths: 10
- 575 M²
This elegant and quintessentially French Chateau is an exceptional find in this region. The beautiful historic city of Pau with its International school can be reached in 20 minutes and […]
- €1,400,000
- Beds: 6
- Baths: 3
- 464 M²
Just minutes away from downtown, in a beautiful, elevated, and preserved environment undisturbed, lies an exceptional piece of real estate, complex comprising an ancient 18th-century farmhouse spanning 100 m2. This […]
- €1,980,000
- Beds: 7
- Baths: 2
- 280 M²
This spectacular half island is the last private half island in Ibiza. The huge property has a large luxury villa with three buildings and a private bay. This is a […]
- Price on Request
- Beds: 9
- Baths: 8
- 428 M²
19th century Island property, a very rare opportunity. La Ferme Notre Dame, nestled on the island of Porquerolles, reveals its natural beauty and timeless tranquility. Built in 1856, this historic […]
- €20,000,000
- Beds: 12
- Bath: 0
- 700 M²
Exclusively, in a popular and privileged area, between vineyards and ponds, this residence offers a unique configuration of two renovated houses of 175m2 and 127m2 with separate accesses. They offer […]
- €1,095,000
- Beds: 6
- Baths: 4
- 302 M²
When you’re searching for a French chateau or manor house that will meet your needs, you’re also searching for a lifestyle. France is known for timeless and dignified, prestigious property, like a 17th century castle teeming with romance and mystery or an historic chateau that dates back as far as the 12th century, have become the focal point of the surrounding landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buying a French Chateau
The fairytale spirit of owning a French chateau attracts buyers who are looking for characterful living space and who want to retain high value for the cost of the property. Launch a renovation project on a historic 18th-century building, finding a magnificent historic manor house or chateau that’s habitable but in need of light redecorating or find a stunning manor house that can be enjoyed from your first day of ownership.
Owning a spectacular chateau estate in France means owning a piece of French history. Live out your dream in a large 17th-century chateau or a tower-topped french castle. Practically every department in France has a selection of French chateaux for sale. The assortment of opulent French chateaux is what makes the country a premier destination for luxury homebuyers.
An assortment of chateaux for sale in France can be found with all of the amenities you have your heart set on, including outbuildings, a guest house, original stone fireplaces, parquet flooring or even a swimming pool or tennis court. A French castle has a unique style of decor, either blending styles from various periods when the home was renovated or keeping the same style throughout from when the home was first built.
The U.K. reality TV series Escape to the Chateau has drummed up a lot of interest in owning a French chateau, but the appeal is obvious whether or not you’ve seen the show. There are endless types of chateau properties available in France, and the beauty of owning one is that you can design exactly how you want to live – and even how you want to work.
An array of options include family homes as well as income-generating properties. Offer hotel accommodation, run a wedding venue, turn out timber production or consider various types of tourism business ideas, like a vineyard, fishing and hunting, equestrian classes, wildlife-watching or outdoor sports.
Most chateau properties in France have at least one hectare of land. When you take in the panoramic view from your home, all of the grounds you see around you will be your own. You’ll be able to find a small building surrounded by acres upon acres for your horses or a large home with just enough land to offer privacy and serenity as well as original features and luxury additions such as a swimming pool.
The cost of a chateau in France can carry more value than other properties in France. Often, what you’re paying for an ideal location, along with the chance at a great view – one you’re competing against other properties for. When looking for a French château or country estate, your view is the magnificent property that you actually own.
In general, for a habitable chateau in France, you’ll be looking to spend between 500,000 and 750,000 euros. If you’re interested in a project property in need of renovations, the cost will be lower than that – but you’ll have to factor in the cost of renovations.
You can find a chateau in France in all types of settings: in the tourist-friendly areas of the Midi-Pyrénées, in low-key Provence with access to vibrant Cannes, and amongst the vineyards of Bordeaux and Dordogne, just to name a few. There is a chateau in practically every part of France, including some areas of Paris. Whether you want to live near the Alps, by the glistening waters of the French Riviera or in the countryside of Provence, there are castle to explore. Guests will also love the ability to easily travel between countries in order to make the most of their holiday.
When buying a french chateau – or when you’re purchasing any French property – you’ll first negotiate conditions, price and terms with the seller. Once those details are worked out, you’ll sign the agreement, called the compromis de vente. There’s a 10-day cooling-off period after you sign, and once that duration passes, the agreement will be legally binding for both parties.
Next, you’ll pay a deposit (most often to the notaire), which is typically 10% of the purchase price. The deposit is refundable during the cooling-off period, but once that passes, you won’t be able to get the deposit back if you change your mind about the purchase.
To finalise the purchase of French property, the process typically takes up to two to three months. Throughout this time, you’ll pay for the property, and that payment will also be held by the notaire. The notaire will also get all of the documents in order, including the deed of sale (called the acte de vente). Once finalised, your dream home in France will be ready for you to make it your own!
For the full list of chateau property for sale in France, please contact our team to discover more.
Our portfolio of luxury chateau properties includes a vast selection of historic castles and grand estates in France, including the southwest Occitanie region (formerly Languedoc Roussillon and Midi-Pyrénées), Lot et Garonne, Poitou Charentes, Provence and Paris. The displayed portfolio is only a small selection of what is available, as many properties are not advertised due to the owner’s discretion.
HOMEHUNTS has partnerships with immobilier throughout France, so our property consultants can handpick a selection of chateau property that closely meet our client’s requirements. To find your ideal historic castle property in France, use our property search facility above or call our team of property consultants directly at +33 (0)970 44 66 43 to discuss your specific requirements.