Historic Listed Château with chapel

Historic 15th-C château near Angoulême, listed as a Monument Historique, with 850 m² of restored living space, 9 bedrooms, and remarkable medieval and Gothic architecture. Includes chapel, dovecote, outbuildings, and estate land. Ideal for private residence or cultural project in a serene setting.

Set atop a charming village just 20 minutes from Angoulême.

Exceptional 15th-Century Château | Monument Historique | Angoulême Area

Set atop a charming village just 20 minutes from Angoulême, this exceptional château dates from the 15th century and is officially listed as a Historic Monument. Surrounded by meadows, woodland, and farmland within its ancient stone walls, it offers a rare opportunity to acquire a preserved and evocative piece of French heritage.

Access is granted through one of the region’s most impressive fortified gateways—a 17th-century masterpiece that sets the tone for the grandeur within.

Spanning approximately 850 m² across four levels, the château has been carefully restored over the centuries, retaining a wealth of original architectural features. The north façade, with its towers, turrets, machicolations, and massive buttresses, remains strikingly medieval. In contrast, the south façade, remodeled in the 19th century in the romantic "Troubadour Gothic" style, showcases ornate stonework, flamboyant windows, and elegant detailing.

A spiral staircase set in a polygonal tower connects the upper floors, each of which offers panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.

Interior Highlights:
- Vaulted entrance hall with period details
- Multiple grand reception rooms, dining halls, and kitchens
- Nine bedrooms and three bathrooms across the upper floors
- A series of attic rooms and convertible spaces under the eaves

Lower-ground floor with original wine cellars, utility rooms, and offices

Outbuildings and Grounds:
The estate includes a wealth of historical and practical structures:
- Old stable block with exterior staircase
- Large hangar
- Caretaker’s house
- Various annexes/workshops
- A beautifully restored square dovecote above an oratory
- Remarkable Romanesque chapel, once the village church, now deconsecrated

Protected elements under the Monument Historique designation include:
- The façades and roofs of the château and chapel
- The dovecote and monumental entrance gate
- The chapel’s grounds, which house archaeological remains

Grounds:
The château is surrounded by tranquil, scenic land consisting of meadows, forest, and farmland, ideal for agricultural, equestrian, or leisure use. Its elevated position provides long, uninterrupted views, reinforcing its unique sense of place.

A rare opportunity to acquire one of the region’s most historic and architecturally distinguished estates—perfect for use as a private residence, heritage tourism project, or cultural retreat. Peaceful, secure, and full of grandeur, all within reach of Angoulême’s amenities and TGV station.