The Largest Chateau in Provence Lists for €18,000,000
This once-in-a-lifetime French chateau for sale is set in La Verdière in the Var, Provence, not far from lavender fields and the Gorges de Verdon, described as Europe’s Grand Canyon.
Just 45 minutes from Aix-in-Provence, this lesser-known area has attracted many high profile celebrities over the years such as George Clooney, Brad Pitt and George Lucas, who all own estates nearby.
The property presents an incredible opportunity to own a piece of Provencal history, as the chateau was once owned by the Counts of Provence.
Originally built in 980 AD, by the 18th century, the chateau was unparalleled as one of the most sumptuous residences in Provence and has been updated for modern living following a meticulous 15-year restoration utilising traditional building methods.
The 120-room chateau spans nearly 54,000 sq ft of interior space with 25 ensuite bedrooms, 3 kitchens, and countless reception rooms.
Surrounded by beautiful terraces, the chateau boasts 360° views of the majestic Sainte Victoire, the enchanting Sainte Baume, and the iconic Mont Faron.
The Provencal estate has French-style gardens and English-inspired gardens, featuring fountains and statues throughout, and is set within an enclosed 40-acre park with the possibility of creating a vineyard.
There are two swimming pools on the estate, an Olympic-sized equestrian complex, as well as outbuildings, garages, and a helipad.
While currently privately owned, the chateau presents immense potential as a commercial property in the south of France, less than 2 hours from both Saint Tropez and Cannes, and less than 1 hour from Marseille-Provence airport, the region’s closest private international airport.
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