16th Century Royal Château With 19 Bedrooms And Extensive Grounds

About the Property

A 16th-century royal château, steeped in history and situated less than 10 km from Fontainebleau and one hour from Paris, this property encompasses 60 hectares of woodland and extensive grounds. Originally commissioned by François I during a hunting expedition, the château has witnessed the presence of notable figures such as Henri IV and Gabrielle d’Estrées. The estate, which has evolved from a vineyard to a public reception venue, boasts a substantial indoor area of approximately 2,300 m², including 19 bedrooms and various reception rooms, all set within a remarkable 600,000 m² estate. The château's architectural narrative begins in the mid-16th century, with its construction initiated by François I, who ordered the building raised and vineyards planted. Over the centuries, the estate transitioned through the hands of various aristocrats, with significant developments occurring in the 18th century when a brickworks was established. The modern era brought further transformation around 1900, as the estate adapted to the changing times, shifting from winegrowing to a venue for public receptions. The main château features nearly 1,800 m² of habitable space distributed across three levels, a mezzanine, and attics. The interior retains much of its original charm, with ceilings reaching nearly 5 meters, restored oak parquet flooring, and exquisite marble fireplaces. The second level, largely preserved, evokes the grandeur of past festivities. Additionally, five outbuildings, awaiting restoration, provide an extra 1,700 m² of habitable space, including stables, a director’s house, an annexe, and a caretaker’s house. Outbuildings: - Stables of approximately 700 m² - Director's house of close to 250 m² - Recent annexe adjoining the château of over 100 m² - Caretaker's house of approximately 70 m² Price: €3,200,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Exclusive listing by Patrice Besse. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/