The chateau and its outhouses form a coherent series of buildings in the middle of tree-dotted grounds, which lie slightly above the road that leads to the local village. The chateau is rectangular in shape with an adjoining tower at each corner and a square keep that adjoins the northern elevation. It offers a 720m² floor area and has a ground floor, a first floor, a second floor and a third floor. Multi-sloped roofs with old tiles bear witness to successive construction projects on the edifice. The stone elevations display pale-ochre pointing. They are punctuated with both evenly spaced windows and older openings too, reflecting the edifice’s evolution over the centuries. A straight driveway runs through the grounds to the outhouses, which are set back. There is a former stable, an orangery, a barn and a woodstore. They are arranged around a courtyard. Tall trees form a natural barrier that separates the chateau from its immediate surroundings. A vast terrace stretches southwards and a landscaped garden slopes gently down to lower land. The whole complex was designed as a seigneurial estate but on a limited scale, with each building playing a role in a well-structured arrangement.

The chateau

The chateau is listed as a historical monument. It is one of the main attractions in built heritage in the local region. Back in the 10th century, a motte-and-bailey castle stood on this site. Over the course of the 12th and 13th centuries, this castle became a veritable fortress. Later, at the end of the Middle Ages, in was extensively redesigned. And in the 17th century it became a pleasure chateau. Indeed, the edifice reflects social and architectural evolutions over the course of many centuries. In the 20th century, it successively belonged to different families. Then, in the early 2000s, it was gradually abandoned. Since 2019, major renovation work has breathed new life into this remarkable monument.

The ground floor
Beyond the entrance door, which has kept its medieval structure, the ground floor is arranged around a central hallway with a double vault forming a cross and a terrazzo floor embellished with a dolphin-tail motif in the middle. On the right, there is a smoking room. Straight ahead, there is a dining room with a monumental fireplace, finely carved wooden panelling, three sideboards and a terrazzo floor. It connects to a medieval kitchen with a stone floor. This kitchen, which has remained intact, has a large fireplace, a roasting spit, an old five-burner stove, a chopping table and a stone sink. On the left, there is a grand 18th-century staircase made of tuffeau stone. It is filled with natural light from stained-glass windows bearing the Savoy cross coat of arms. These stairs lead up to the first floor. In one of the towers, a spiral staircase leads to all the floors. A storeroom, a separate lavatory and a cellar complete the ground floor.

The first floor
The first floor is dedicated to the reception rooms. It is arranged around a vast landing. There is a small lounge with a ceiling in the style of the famous Hache family of cabinetmakers from Grenoble, with 18th-century wooden panelling highlighted with gilding, Lyon green-silk lampas, oak herringbone parquet and a white marble fireplace. A cabinet of curiosities extends this lounge. There is also a large lounge, likewise created in the 18th century. It stands out for its French-style beamed ceiling and its fireplace with Mannerist decor featuring Ronsard and Melusine. A paper base course with a cordwain effect and oak parquet underline the formal character of this room. Another reception lounge – the “Salon de compagnie” – has 18th-century wooden panelling that was enhanced in the 19th century. Its painted decor was reproduced based on archives. There is also a fireplace and oak parquet. There is a boudoir too. It is cosier in style. It has a French-style beamed ceiling, flowery wallpaper, a white stone fireplace and wood-strip flooring. A bathroom and a storage space complete this first floor. A second neo-Gothic staircase, made of oak, dates back to the 19th century and mirrors the form of the grand tuffeau-stone staircase. It leads up to the second floor.

The second floor
On the second floor, you first step into a vast gallery bathed in natural light. This versatile space is ideal for receptions and exhibitions. Two bedrooms complete this level. Each one has a terracotta-tiled floor, a French-style beamed ceiling and a fireplace. There is also a chapel with a sacristy. It has a vaulted ceiling, a floor of stone slabs and 18th-century wall paintings. It includes an altar, a tabernacle and religious objects. A recently developed fitted kitchen, a utility room and a shower room complete this second floor.

The third floor
The third floor was once used for domestic staff. It includes several modest bedrooms. Up here there is also a former prison, which bears witness to the feudal role this chateau once played. There is also a door to a viewpoint where you can admire a spectacular view of the surrounding landscape.