The Bishop's Château Estate with 3 Cottages and 7 ha

Remarkable château estate originally built as a folly for the Bishop of Agen, offering a 7 bed/bath main residence, three independent two-bedroom cottages, pigeonnier, loggia and three swimming pools. Set within more than 7 ha of mature grounds with pond, meadows and barn, it offers exceptional privacy and hospitality potential.

Set in a peaceful and highly picturesque rural location in the Lot-et-Garonne countryside, this exceptional estate occupies a private position on a gentle hill-rise, surrounded by mature grounds and unspoilt countryside. With its secluded setting, sweeping driveway and extensive land, the property offers complete tranquillity while remaining well positioned for exploring the historic villages, markets and gastronomy of south-west France.

Steeped in history and exceptional character, this remarkable château estate was originally built as a folly for the Bishop of Agen and later occupied by enemy forces during the Second World War. Today, it forms an extraordinary private estate combining an elegant principal residence, three independent cottages and an impressive collection of historic and leisure buildings.

The main château retains a wealth of original period features and generous proportions, creating an imposing yet welcoming family residence. The ground floor is arranged around expansive reception and living spaces, with elegant architectural details throughout. A spacious open-plan kitchen and substantial pantry provide practical facilities for modern family life and large-scale entertaining.

The first floor has been carefully restored to provide seven comfortable bedrooms, together with bathrooms and additional accommodation. The generous proportions of the château provide considerable flexibility for a large family, visiting guests or a potential hospitality operation.

A magnificent loggia provides an exceptional covered outdoor living area, overlooking the château and swimming pool and creating a wonderful setting for entertaining throughout the warmer months.

Key features
- Principal château: 7 bedrooms with original period features and generous reception rooms
- Three independent two‑bedroom cottages, each with modern conveniences
- Three outdoor swimming pools with accompanying terraces
- Inviting loggia overlooking the pool and château
- More than 7 hectares (17.3 acres) of grounds, including a pond
- Pigeonnier
- Large independent barn with restoration potential
- Excellent scope for holiday rental and hospitality use
- Private, secluded setting on a gentle hill-rise

Accommodation overview
- Château ground floor: expansive living and reception areas, open‑plan kitchen and large pantry
- Château first floor: restored to provide seven comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms
- Grounds include a guardian cottage and two further independent cottages; the two cottages each have their own pool
- Sports room attached to the cottages

Guest Accommodation
The estate's three independent cottages provide exceptional flexibility and genuine income potential. Two of the cottages each offer two bedrooms and two bathrooms, while the guardian's cottage also provides two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Each dwelling enjoys its own character and independence, making the accommodation ideal for visiting family and friends or for use as holiday rentals, subject to the necessary permissions. The two principal cottages each have their own swimming pool and terrace, allowing guests complete privacy while remaining within the wider estate.

A dedicated sports room attached to the cottages provides additional leisure space.

The estate also includes a charming pigeonnier, converted to provide one bedroom and one bathroom, offering further independent accommodation.

Outbuildings summary
Individual outbuildings
- Cottage 1: 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
- Cottage 2: 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
- Guardian Cottage: 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
- Pigeonnier: 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom
- Large barn with surrounding land (former livestock building) — scope to restore

Outbuildings
A substantial independent barn, formerly used for livestock, forms an important part of the estate and offers considerable potential for restoration and alternative uses, subject to the necessary permissions. Its generous volumes could lend themselves to additional accommodation, entertaining space, equestrian facilities, storage or other leisure uses.

The combination of the barn, pigeonnier and cottages provides an unusually versatile collection of ancillary buildings, offering numerous possibilities for a future owner.

Grounds
The estate extends to more than 7 hectares of mature private grounds, providing an exceptional degree of space, privacy and flexibility.

A sweeping private driveway approaches the château through two separate entrances, creating an impressive arrival while allowing the different areas of the estate to remain naturally independent. Formal gardens surround the principal residence, while extensive lawns and meadows extend into the surrounding countryside.

A picturesque pond provides an attractive natural feature and creates an important habitat for local wildlife, further enhancing the peaceful atmosphere of the estate.

Three swimming pools, together with their surrounding terraces and outdoor entertaining areas, provide exceptional leisure facilities, while the magnificent loggia overlooking the principal château creates a particularly attractive setting for summer gatherings.

This rare estate offers an extraordinary combination of history, privacy, accommodation and leisure facilities. Whether conceived as an exceptional private family residence, a multi-generational retreat, a boutique hospitality business or a combination of private and rental accommodation, it provides an unusually flexible opportunity to create a truly special country estate in south-west France.

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