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Owning a unique castle means entering a world where each building tells a story through the centuries. From Renaissance to 19th-century mansions, manor houses and castles offer an exceptional setting, sometimes listed as historical monuments.
Some regions are ideal for a purchase, such as the Centre-Val de Loire, Normandy, Sologne or Occitania, where numerous advertisements highlight properties with vast outbuildings and majestic exteriors. Whether it's an estate near Fontainebleau, a château with a swimming pool near Aix-en-Provence, or a property steeped in history in Clermont-Ferrand, each location has its own unique charm.
Brittany is an ideal region for buying a farmhouse, an old house, a stone house or a mill, offering a preserved setting between green countryside and wild coastline.
The farmhouses, typical of Morbihan and Finistère, are often long, stone buildings with outbuildings, large plots of land and slate roofs. They appeal to those interested in renovation and agricultural projects or tourist accommodation.
The old houses of Finistère and Morbihan are recognisable by their thick granite walls, exposed beams and monumental fireplaces. They are located in towns and villages of character, such as Quimper, Pont-Aven or Vannes, and offer timeless charm.
The stone houses of Morbihan are ideal for those looking for a characterful home close to the ocean or in the countryside, with materials typical of Breton architecture.
Breton mills, often nestled by rivers or streams, are rare and sought-after for their bucolic setting, their history and their potential for renovation. They can be found in the Blavet and Oust valleys, among others.
Prices are generally affordable, with an average of €2,500 per square metre, although coastal areas (Morbihan, southern Finistère) are more expensive. Easily accessible by TGV (Rennes, Brest) and with several regional airports, Brittany also attracts visitors with its many activities: hiking on the GR34 trails, sailing and cultural festivals. Ideal for: lovers of nature, the coast and traditions.
Brittany is an ideal region in which to acquire a manor house or a castle, offering a unique architectural heritage and a preserved natural environment between wild coastline and legendary forests. In the Côtes-d'Armor, particularly in Guingamp, the Breton granite manor houses are characterised by their slate roofs, monumental chimneys and vast wooded estates.
Often steeped in history, these properties offer a rare authenticity, perfect for a prestigious residence or a charming accommodation project. The Breton châteaux, scattered throughout the region, bear witness to Brittany's noble history.
Whether in Morbihan, Ille-et-Vilaine or Finistère, these residences offer landscaped parks, outbuildings and breathtaking views of the countryside or the sea.
Brittany is a prime destination for buying an apartment, house or villa by the sea, offering an unspoilt coastline and a unique living environment of cliffs, beaches and characterful ports.
In Morbihan, seaside apartments, particularly in Vannes, Carnac or Quiberon, offer panoramic balconies, direct access to the beach and breathtaking views of the gulf. These properties are very popular as second homes or upmarket rental investments.
The seaside houses, located in Finistère, Morbihan, Côtes-d'Armor, Dinard or Saint-Malo, are appealing for their granite architecture, their vast gardens and their proximity to wild beaches. These typically Breton residences combine traditional charm and modern comfort, with breathtaking views of the ocean. The more exclusive seaside villas are nestled in privileged environments with swimming pools, panoramic terraces and private access to the beach. They can be found in particular in La Trinité-sur-Mer, Perros-Guirec and Belle-Île-en-Mer, true havens of peace for a clientele in search of prestige.
Brittany offers a wide choice of contemporary, manor, architect-designed and luxury houses, combining character and modernity.
A popular destination for the purchase of a farmhouse or an old house, offering an authentic living environment between green valleys, medieval bastides and listed villages.
The farmhouses, typical of the Périgord Noir and Périgord Vert, often consist of long, white stone farmhouses with slate or tiled roofs and large agricultural outbuildings. Located in a preserved natural setting, these properties are perfect for a second home, agritourism or rural gîte project.
The old houses, particularly in towns such as Sarlat-la-Canéda, Bergerac or Périgueux, combine exposed stone walls, wooden beams and imposing fireplaces. These charming residences, often located in historic villages, offer a medieval atmosphere and a peaceful setting
Ideal for: lovers of heritage and unspoilt nature.
Country houses for sale in the Dordogne
The Dordogne, a land of history and nature, is a favourite destination for those looking to buy a manor house or a château, offering an unspoilt setting of green valleys, rivers and medieval bastide towns.
In Bergerac, the manors in blond Périgord stone are characterised by their flagstone roofs, wooded parks and vast interiors with monumental fireplaces. These charming residences are often located in the heart of wine estates or along the Dordogne, perfect for an exceptional residence.
The châteaux of the Dordogne, particularly in Bergerac and Périgueux, offer remarkable architecture with moats, medieval towers and period reception rooms. Many are surrounded by forests, farmland or vineyards, ideal for a family home or a prestigious hotel project.
The Dordogne is renowned for its blonde stone houses, often nestled in the heart of green estates, with large gardens and interiors of noble architecture.
Between valleys, rivers and forests, the region offers an exceptional natural setting. The average price per square metre varies between €2,000 and €4,500, depending on the location and surface area of the property. With a population of around 410,000, the Dordogne is well served by the A89 motorway, Périgueux railway station and Bergerac airport.
If you want to enjoy the charm of the countryside while remaining close to the capital, the Île-de-France region may be an option. There are renovated farms, millstone houses and detached houses with large gardens. Even in Île-de-France, it is possible to find an old mill, often nestled on the banks of the Seine, the Marne or in the Chevreuse Valley. These rare properties offer a bucolic setting while remaining close to Paris. However, the property market is tight and prices are high, often exceeding €10,000 per square metre in Paris and €5,000 in the outer suburbs. Fortunately, some rural areas such as Gâtinais, Brie or Vexin offer more affordable prices.
The Île-de-France benefits from a dense transport network (metro, RER, TGV) and two international airports (Roissy-CDG and Orly).
Ideal for: those who want a compromise between nature and accessibility to Paris.
The Ile-de-France region is home to many prestigious châteaux, ranging from historic residences to fully renovated estates, often with landscaped parks and outbuildings. These properties, steeped in history, are particularly prized for their proximity to Paris while offering an exclusive and green living environment.
The landscape alternates between forests, valleys and vast estates, with emblematic sites such as Fontainebleau, Rambouillet or Chantilly, where some of the most beautiful castles in the region can be found. The average price per square metre varies considerably, ranging from €3,500 per square metre for properties in need of renovation to €15,000 per square metre for exceptional châteaux close to Paris.
With more than 12 million inhabitants, the region is extremely well served, with a dense motorway network (A1, A6, A10, A13), several TGV stations (Paris, Marne-la-Vallée, Massy) and the international airports of Roissy-CDG and Orly.
The Île-de-France offers a prestigious living environment, with cultural events, state-owned forests, golf and horse riding, making this region a prime destination for investing in a characterful château.
In Île-de-France, contemporary and architect-designed houses are appealing due to their sleek design, large bay windows and high-end materials. There are ultra-modern cubic villas, glass and concrete houses and contemporary extensions to classic buildings.
In Paris, architect-designed houses are becoming increasingly rare but stand out for their bold integration into the urban fabric, often with green roof terraces and private patios. In the inner suburbs, municipalities such as Neuilly-sur-Seine, Boulogne-Billancourt and Saint-Cloud offer avant-garde residences combining space and light.
Auvergne is a popular region for buying stone houses, Provençal farmhouses and mills, offering a preserved natural setting of volcanoes, rivers and vast plateaus.
The stone houses, typical of the Ardèche, Haute-Loire and Drôme, are characterised by their basalt or limestone walls, solid wood frames and monumental fireplaces, ideal for a rustic and warm setting in the heart of rolling landscapes.
The Provençal farmhouses, found in Ardèche and Drôme, are appealing with their shaded inner courtyards, stone facades and large wooded grounds, often surrounded by vineyards and lavender fields, offering a typically southern lifestyle.
The mills of the Ardèche and the Rhône-Alpes region are character properties, restored or in need of renovation, offering a bucolic riverside setting, perfect for a peaceful residence or a gîte project.
The Auvergne and its castles of character, often in volcanic stone or limestone, nestled in the heart of vast wooded estates. Many properties have medieval towers, ceremonial rooms and outbuildings, perfect for an exceptional residence or a hotel project.
Among the region's flagship cities, Montluçon stands out for its historical heritage and unspoilt setting, where you can find the great estates and castles of the Bourbonnais. Its medieval atmosphere and dynamism make it an attractive place for investment. The landscapes are characterised by dormant volcanoes, green plateaus and winding rivers, offering a peaceful and natural setting. The average price per square metre varies between €1,500 and €4,000, depending on the condition of the property and its location. With a population of around 1.3 million, the region is accessible via the A71 and A75 motorways, the Clermont-Ferrand and Montluçon SNCF railway stations, and Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airport.
The Auvergne offers a unique setting for the purchase of an architect-designed house, combining modernity with harmonious integration into a preserved environment. With its volcanic mountains, lush green plateaux and winding rivers, this region will appeal to those looking for a contemporary property in the heart of nature
.Architect-designed houses in the Auvergne stand out for their bold volumes, large picture windows opening onto the landscape and natural materials such as wood and volcanic stone. They are often located in popular areas such as Clermont-Ferrand, Montluçon or Vichy, or in the heart of nature, offering a peaceful, unspoilt setting.
Burgundy is a popular destination for the purchase of a wine estate, a stone house or a mill, offering a preserved setting between prestigious vineyards, forests and rivers.
Burgundy is world-famous for its exceptional wines and is home to some of the most renowned wine estates, particularly in the departments of Côte-d'Or, Saône-et-Loire and Yonne. These properties offer classified vineyards, vaulted cellars and wine châteaux, attracting those who are keen to invest in wine heritage.
The stone houses, typical of the region, are mainly found in wine-growing villages and rolling countryside. Built in local limestone with glazed tile roofs, they are seductive with their rustic charm and authentic character.
The Jura mills, often located by rivers or in the heart of wooded landscapes, offer an exceptional natural setting, perfect for a second home or gîte project. Carefully restored, they have preserved mechanisms and large green areas.
Ideal for: lovers of the great outdoors and exceptional wines.
Burgundy is a land of historic and prestigious residences, ideal for the purchase of a manor house or a château. Known for its architectural and wine-growing heritage, it offers an elegant setting of green valleys, forests and prestigious vineyards.
Burgundian manor houses, often built of freestone with glazed tile roofs, can be found in sought-after areas such as the Côte-d'Or, Saône-et-Loire and Yonne. These properties generally have large, moulded reception rooms, wooded parks and outbuildings.
The châteaux, whether Renaissance or classical, are exceptional estates with vineyards, moats or vast French-style gardens. Burgundy is home to some of the most beautiful stately properties, particularly around Beaune, Dijon and Cluny.
Burgundy is home to elegant mansions, often with cut stone, glazed tile roofs and vast wooded parks. These properties offer spacious lounges, stone fireplaces and convertible outbuildings.
With its renowned vineyards, green valleys and winding rivers, Burgundy seduces with its peaceful and authentic setting. The average price per square metre varies between €2,500 and €5,500, depending on the condition of the property. With a population of around 1.6 million, the region is accessible via the A6 and A31 motorways, the TGV stations in Dijon and Mâcon, and Lyon airport nearby.
With prestigious wine tastings, hikes in the Côte-d'Or and historical heritage, Burgundy is an ideal region for a mansion full of character.
A property project around a castle can take several forms: restoration of a castle in Montastruc-la-Conseillère, renovation of a property in Brittany, or transformation into a residential project a few kilometres from Angers or Le Mans. These buildings offer cosy rooms, a spacious ground floor, a first floor with multiple bedrooms, and sometimes an attic to be converted.
Access to information on these prestigious properties is facilitated by Green Acres, which highlights the best opportunities on the market. With a monumental staircase, a keep, a generous surface area and a green setting in the middle of the forest, these properties will appeal to lovers of authenticity and good taste. All that remains is to choose your future castle and write a new page in its history.
