Reference: X3-85421
Remarkable Château and wine estate extending to approximately 100 hectares in the Bergerac vineyards, combining a historic residence requiring restoration with an established wine and tourism business. Includes operational vineyards, winemaking facilities, holiday cottages, swimming pool, wellness area and wedding venue, with further development potential and agricultural rental income.
Situated in the heart of the Bergerac wine-producing region in South-West France, this substantial estate occupies approximately 100 hectares (247 acres) of vineyards, agricultural land and landscaped parkland. The surrounding countryside is characterised by rolling vineyards and historic bastide towns, in a region renowned for its wines, gastronomy and quality of life.
The property benefits from convenient access to an international airport and major rail connections, making it well placed for both domestic and international visitors. Its established tourism and events activities are complemented by the appeal of the surrounding wine region.
The Château
At the heart of the estate stands a characterful stone château whose origins date back several centuries. Although the principal residence requires restoration, it retains a wealth of period features, including vaulted cellars, traditional fireplaces, exposed beams and herringbone parquet flooring.
These architectural details provide an authentic foundation for a restoration project, offering the future owner the opportunity to create a substantial private residence or develop a prestigious venue for receptions and events, subject to the necessary permissions.
The château forms the historic centrepiece of the estate, complementing the established commercial activities while offering considerable scope for a carefully planned renovation.
Wine and Tourism Business
The estate already benefits from several established sources of income, combining wine production with holiday accommodation and events.
The operational vineyard is supported by professional winemaking facilities, providing the infrastructure for the continuation of the existing wine business. The wider estate also includes holiday cottages (gîtes), which provide accommodation for visitors wishing to explore the region.
A swimming pool and wellness area enhance the guest facilities, while an established events business generates further activity, particularly through weddings and private celebrations. The existing operation offers a foundation for a new owner to continue trading while considering opportunities to expand the accommodation, events or leisure provision, subject to the relevant permissions and investment.
Land and Agricultural Income
The estate extends to approximately 100 hectares (247 acres), comprising vineyards, agricultural land and landscaped parkland. This combination of productive land and grounds provides both a setting for the château and a substantial agricultural component.
Part of the land is leased to local farmers, generating additional rental income and offering a degree of diversification alongside the wine and tourism businesses.
The scale of the estate, together with its existing infrastructure, offers scope for a range of complementary activities, depending on the future owner's objectives and the applicable planning and agricultural requirements.
Acquisition and Development Potential
The transaction is structured around the acquisition of the operating company that owns and manages the estate. This arrangement is intended to facilitate continuity of the existing business, including its wine production, holiday accommodation and events activities.
For a purchaser seeking an established operation rather than a purely residential property, the estate offers a combination of historic architecture, productive vineyards, tourism facilities and an existing events business. There remains significant potential to develop the château following restoration and to build on the estate's established commercial activities.
Detailed information, including financial data, is available to qualified purchasers following signature of a confidentiality agreement.
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