Castle Aubenas - 10 bedrooms - 1000m²

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Located on the borders of Ardèche, Haute Loire and Lozère, this castle is in an exceptional natural environment.

A castle exceptional by its architecture and the treasures they contain. Flanked by 6 towers, it has kept its authenticity and its furniture for more than 8 centuries

This I.S.M.H. listed building in its entirety, testifies to its historical importance and its unique material and immaterial value! It is part of the French heritage and has retained all its authenticity during these past centuries. The successors will have to perpetuate this care of preservation of this remarkable monument.

This unique estate settles on several hectares, but today only the building itself is for sale with some 3,800 m2 of adjoining garden.

The castle is part of an architectural history dating back to the late Middle Ages, in the 13th century. Over time, this building was enlarged, redesigned, and until the 21st century. The lords of a same line have always succeeded each other, taking care to preserve the traces of their ancestor within its walls, and on very ancient original deeds like scrolls that are still present in the great library of the building. This building was a Fief of the medieval era, symbol of the French nobility.

The built ensemble consists of two adjoining and communicating buildings. One rebuilt in the 17th century and the other in the 20th century. 3 levels are superimposed and cover more than 750 m2 of living area, on 25 rooms in total, including 12 bedrooms and two chapels. Vast cellars also occupy part of the ground floor.

Some pieces not destroyed after the religious wars of the 16th century, dates from the 13th and 15th centuries. The restoration of these exceptional living rooms must be continued under the control of the DRAC.

The estate also consists of an old stable that rises on two levels, for a total area of about 300 m 2, with a partially redone frame. The stable has important equipment such as quads, trailers, agricultural tractors, brush cutters, etc...

An old guard post with a loophole is located at the entrance of the estate and dates from the 15th century.

The park adjacent to the castle is delimited by a stone enclosing wall with two beautiful entrances, and extends over 3,830 m 2. It is perfectly maintained and offers a magnificent view of the mountains and surrounding volcanoes as well as the castle, with its south-facing terrace occupying the entire width of the building.

The roof of the building was completely redone according to best practices in 2012, as well as the windows on the south side.

The castle is supplied with drinking water by its private source. Heating is provided by electric convectors, three impressive working fireplaces, as well as wood-burning stoves in some rooms.

If during its first period of existence at the beginning of the 13th century, until its partial destruction at the end of the 16th century, the estate known to many owners without direct link, it is indeed during its second period, from 1640 to 2025 that this castle remained in the hands of the same family, by direct online transmission... Nearly 400 years of succession!

It must be kept in mind that the successor will be granted the title of chatelain, and will have to retain all the historical furniture present within its walls. The movable and immovable assets are inseparable since together, they form part of one of the treasures of the French historical heritage, and are classified as the unique works of several centuries, the castle archives, the scrolls, the paintings of masters from different successors, the various objects and utensils of the past, the lingeries and civil, religious, and military clothing still present in wardrobes for several centuries, the helmets and armor, etc...

If we consider this castle as a real treasure of heritage, with its intact furniture and historical architecture, it is not without saying that it is also part of an environment or advocates tranquility and unprecedented calm. Cut off from the world, in the middle of sleeping volcanoes, away from the nuisance of big cities, the domain will offer you a guaranteed rest, prônant in the heart of grandiose landscapes, you will enjoy hikes, forest walks, and wild berry picking in the heart of this wild nature. You will let yourself be generously invaded by a magical and unique feeling of power, and modesty at the same time.

Confidential sale, the complete file of the sale will be sent to you by email, after signing a visit voucher.

17th-century Château I.S.M.H.

Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website : https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

Ref : 20313 - Date : 18/08/2025