Sumptuous 18th Century Château With Terraced Gardens And Swimming Pool

About the Property

A sumptuous 18th-century château, built around 1720, nestled in the picturesque Upper Provence region, covering 13 hectares and offering breathtaking views. Located just one hour from Aix-en-Provence, this property exemplifies the French art of living during the Regency period, showcasing the architectural brilliance of Pierre-Alexis Delamair and Jean-Baptiste Franque. This classical palace, often referred to as the “Trianon of Provence,” features refined symmetrical architecture, characterized by a projecting central section adorned with elaborate sculptures and wrought-iron balconies. The grand entrance hall, with ceilings soaring to 5.3 meters, leads to an impressive 80 m² reception salon, complemented by a majestic staircase that is one of the finest private 18th-century staircases in France. The ground floor comprises a sequence of elegantly restrained reception rooms, including a grand salon, a music room, and a dining room with a neo-Gothic fireplace. The first floor boasts an extraordinary 45-meter-long gallery, leading to eight beautifully appointed bedrooms, some with private cabinets and fireplaces. Additional spaces include a billiard-library, a chapel, and extensive vaulted stone cellars. Outbuildings: - Two guesthouses with 2 and 3 bedrooms - A 3-bedroom residence - A reception hall seating 150 guests in the former orangery, complete with a professional kitchen - A large garage for 2 cars - A swimming pool The terraced gardens, meticulously arranged along a 500-meter axial perspective, feature a monumental stone obelisk and a large ornamental pond with a fountain. The gardens have been reconstructed to reflect the original 18th-century designs by Pierre-Alexis Delamair. Location: - 2.5 km from the first shops and services - 3 km from a 5-star hotel - 5 km from Forcalquier, with all shops and services - 20 km from the A51 motorway - 67 km from Aix-en-Provence (1 hour) - 87 km from Aix TGV station (1h10) Price: €5,900,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Exclusive listing by Denniel Immobilier. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/