Magnificent 15th Century Château With Heated Indoor Pool

About the Property

Magnificent 15th Century château with heated indoor pool, dating from 1400, situated in the Aude region of Occitanie, France. This remarkable property encompasses 4 hectares and features a blend of medieval and fortified architecture, with a collection of buildings spanning the 15th to 17th centuries. Located just 12 kilometers from Castelnaudary, it offers a serene countryside retreat. Accessed via a picturesque plane tree-lined driveway, the estate presents a double châtelet, a charming dovecote, and a hangar with grand stone arches. The entrance to the château is through a courtyard of honor, featuring a wide stone staircase leading to a vaulted entrance, complemented by an impressive 18th-century monumental staircase with balusters. The second floor, meticulously renovated, includes a library entrance, two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, and a dressing room. A spacious gallery leads to a beautifully appointed living room with a fireplace, situated in the south-facing dungeon that overlooks the surrounding landscape. The ground floor boasts a medieval kitchen with a large stone fireplace, opening onto an inner courtyard with a central well, which connects to a cellar and chapel. Adjacent to the kitchen is a magnificent dining room featuring a monumental stone fireplace, followed by two additional rooms adorned with painted French ceilings. The upper level comprises two large rooms and a gallery with painted coffered ceilings from the 17th century, leading to three additional rooms awaiting completion. A substantial west-facing outbuilding houses a heated indoor swimming pool, while a caretaker’s cottage includes a lounge, kitchen, three bedrooms, and a bathroom. The property is further enhanced by two towers and a watchtower to the north, overlooking the garden. Outbuildings: - Dovecote - Watchtower - Caretaker’s cottage with lounge, kitchen, and three bedrooms - Heated indoor swimming pool Location: - 12 kilometers from Castelnaudary Price: €1,250,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Exclusive listing by Leggett Immobilier. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/