Historic 12th Century Castle With Independent Guest House

About the Property

Historic 12th Century Castle With Independent Guest House, built in 1435, standing majestically on a hillside spur between two hamlets, just minutes from the Abbey of Cluny. This remarkable property, which has witnessed centuries of history, encompasses approximately 10,600 m² of land and features a main residence of about 550 m². The estate is conveniently located 15 minutes from Cluny and 35 km from the Mâcon-Loché TGV station, making it accessible while retaining its serene setting. This castle, originally constructed to oversee the contested border between the Duchy of Burgundy and the Kingdom of France, has been meticulously maintained and enhanced over the centuries. The irregular quadrilateral structure forms a central courtyard, surrounded by robust curtain walls and two round towers, which are equipped with arrow slits and cannon openings. The exceptional vaulted cellar, inspired by designs attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, once served as a courtroom, while the square keep is crowned with machicolations and features corbelled latrines. The main building, adorned with a coat of arms cartouche dated 1570, showcases heraldic fireplaces and retains painted ceiling decorations from the 16th and 17th centuries. The estate also includes an independent guest house of over 180 m², comprising five bedrooms and six bathrooms, ideal for accommodating visitors or family. Additional outbuildings, including barns and former stables, provide further utility. The castle's facades and roofs have been listed in the Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments since 1967, offering potential tax benefits for restoration expenses. The surrounding landscape, with its tranquil views of the Clunisois hills, enhances the property's allure. Price: €624,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Location: - 5 km from all amenities - 15 minutes from Cluny and its abbey - 35 km from the Mâcon-Loché TGV station - 1 hour and 15 minutes from Lyon - 2 hours from Geneva Outbuildings: - Independent guest house with 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms - Several hundred square meters of outbuildings (barns, former stables) - Exceptional vaulted cellar Exclusive listing by Paul Parker Properties. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/