Saint-Clar, Midi-Pyrénées 32380

Today, I invite you to discover a medieval castle that belonged, between the 14th and 19th centuries, to the De Grossoles dynasty renowned for its military and church exploits, for its kinship with Henry IV, and for the noble titles that have followed. Since the 1950s, two friends acquired it, carried out numerous restorations, and enjoyed turning this remarkable site into a holiday retreat for their families and friends. By mutual agreement, they now wish to pass this beautiful heritage on to others who will also take good care of it. Location Built on a dominant position on a feudal motte, facing the Pyrenees mountain range and the Gers valleys, this estate houses an elegant manor house of about 520 m2 of living space, a concierge house of about 120 m2, and a watchtower of about 30 m2 built on a moat fed by a spring. Remains of the old fortified walls surround the castle and enclose a magnificent park where ancient oaks and cedars stand proudly, along with other fine trees, flowers and fruit trees. Located at the edge of a charming commune of about 145 inhabitants, on almost 1.4 hectares of land, this estate is not completely isolated and is surrounded by fields and wooded areas below. Schools, health professionals, amenities and shops are less than 10 minutes away, tolls 30 minutes, Toulouse Airport 1h10, Bordeaux 1h30. Presentation Formerly protected by the lord of the place, the castelnau consists of a few pretty stone houses and a church classified as a historic monument. The castle can be divided into three lots, as it has independent entrances. It has twelve rooms, three furnished and equipped kitchens, three bathrooms, two guest toilets, several storage spaces, two cellars, an attic and four terraces. No heating system has been installed. Only fireplaces and wood stoves provide heating. The concierge house, bathed in light throughout, fully renovated, features a beautiful living room with a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, three bedrooms, a bathroom with Italian shower, a separate toilet, and a small stone outbuilding housing a laundry room and storage (at the back and basement). The watchtower is arranged as a gîte for two people: a living room with a kitchenette on the garden level, then a bedroom with a double bed and a powder room upstairs. Destination The concierge house and the watchtower are open in the high season for the same regulars who have been visiting for years. The equipment and décor there are more recent. However, the main castle is ideally suited to a family who loves hosting, but it could suit a professional project in tourism, gastronomy, culture, care or events. Restoration The main dwelling needs work: installation of a heating system, revision of the electrical network, replacement of windows and doors, plumbing. The owners have preserved some period elements and have regularly maintained the places, the roof and the park. Sanitation needs to be brought up to code. If you too are charmed by the beauty of ancient elements, the richness of the setting, the layout of the rooms, and the serenity of the place, do not waitcontact me by email! Fees are the sellers responsibility. Risk information about this property is available on the Géorisques website: Georisques. Gouv. Fr. Capifrance Real Estate Network - Your commercial agent (RSAC No. 789 144 003 - Auch Registry) Virginie Marie, Sole Proprietor - Ref. 953005