Castles / chateaux
19th century chateau in the South Burgundy vineyards
Location
In South Burgundy, in the heart of Cote Chalonaise vineyards. The rich soils of the hillsides slope down to the Saône. The “terroir” is composed of 4,000 ha (9,880 acres) of vineyards, divided into 5 classifications of “appellation village”: Bouzeron, Rully, Mercurey, Givry and Montagny. The countryside is scattered with picturesque Burgundy villages, numerous castles and Romanesque churches.
A6 motorway (nearby exit). TGV train station nearby (Paris 75 minutes away, Roissy Charles-de-Gaulle airport 88 minutes away, Lyon 30 minutes away).
Not far from Chalon-sur-Saône.
On the outskirts of a large town with all amenities. There are schools in the village.
Description
The property is situated on a natural terrace on the outskirts of a village. The setting is very peaceful and has an outstanding view over the surrounding countryside, the Bresse plains and the Alps. Facing a courtyard of honour, the chateau is set in approx. 1 ha (2.47 acres) of parklands, planted with trees of over one hundred years old. Open grasslands span approx. 1.6 ha (4 acres). The property has a total of 2.6481 ha (6.5435 acres).
The chateau was built in the middle of the 19th century by a rich family of wine growers. The white stone building has a Mansard roof. The facade facing the parklands is flanked by two tall circular towers, topped with pointed conical roofs. The facades have wide regular openings. An outstanding horseshoe-shaped, one flight stairway faces the parklands. Each storey spans approx. 200 m² (2,153 sq ft) of living space.
The ground floor comprises an entrance hall, a vestibule, two fitted kitchens, cloakrooms, toilets and a utility room. Adjoining reception rooms line the parklands’ side: large lounge, ladies’ sitting room, small lounge, dining room, plate room. Tiled floors with period motifs, marble floors with inlaid decorations, herringbone parquet flooring, walls covered with support panelling and white ceilings adorned with cornices. Marble fireplaces and French doors.
The first floor includes several bedrooms, some of which have adjoining bathrooms. Study. Herringbone parquet flooring, white ceilings adorned with cornices and marble fireplaces.
The second floor was used to accommodate the domestic staff: several bedrooms with sloping ceilings, renovated or in their original condition.
Attic space awaiting conversion.
Vaulted cellars run under the entire dwelling. Some are converted; others are used as machine rooms.
Access ramp.
The service quarters include an old, renovated wine storehouse with ground floor, insulated attic space, and a vast renovated cellar with an access ramp.
Former vine growers’ house.
Various sheds, wood shed, bread oven.
Our opinion
The situation of this property guarantees its value: set in the peace and quiet but near to all amenities, extremely easy to access and having a superb view.
The property is homogeneous and sober, elegant and refined but in no way flashy.
The chateau and its outbuildings have very recently undergone full renovation works with special attention being given to the vast cellars.
Price: Contact us
Our fees are included in the stated sale price.
Reference 2585RG
| Land registry surface area | 2ha 64a 81ca / 6,5 acres |
| Main building surface area | 500 m² / 5382 sq ft |
| Outbuilding surface area | 900 m² / 9687,5 sq ft |
Regional representative
Renaud Goalabré +33 (0)6 59 48 56 19
NB: The above information is not only the result of our visit to the property; it is also based on information provided by the current owner. It is by no means comprehensive or strictly accurate especially where surface areas and construction dates are concerned. We cannot, therefore, be held liable for any misrepresentation.
