Fortified 18th C property near Bordeaux.

Fortified 18th-century estate in Entre-deux-Mers, between Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion, set on 2 ha of parkland. Features main house, independent bedrooms, 3 flats, 2 bed guesthouse, pool with open plan summer kitchen. Equidistant from Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion

Located in the Entre-deux-Mers region, equidistant from Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion

Fortified 18th-century property for sale near Bordeaux

The notable presence of historical features suggests that this property once played an important role in the region’s history. Defensive and religious elements hint at centuries of occupation, their stories waiting to be uncovered through detailed study.

Located in the Entre-deux-Mers region, equidistant from Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion, the estate is set in a peaceful, leafy environment. The buildings are arranged around a wooded inner courtyard, enclosed by the structures themselves and framed by nearly 2 hectares of surrounding parkland. The site offers numerous possibilities thanks to its many independent bedrooms, three flats, and a large multi-purpose room.

The main building, dating from the 18th century, is flanked by two angled wings connected by walls topped with decorative merlons. The architecture exudes great charm, showcasing superb period features such as original fireplaces, stone floors, carved doors, wells, and distinctive roof elements.

Ground floor – Main building
A long pathway bordered by carefully pruned boxwood leads to the heavy wooden door of the entrance porch.
- Kitchen with a large fireplace and tiled floor
- Dining room with access to the kitchen and the outdoors
- Spacious sitting room
- Large double bedroom with Renaissance fireplace and bathroom
- Bedroom with shower room
- Various utility rooms

First floor – Main building
- Large bedroom under exposed beams with a bathroom located in the tower
- Access to the attic spaces

East wing
- Double bedroom with bathroom

South wing
- Double bedroom with bathroom
- Bedroom with bathroom
- Bedroom with bathroom and terrace
- Various logistical rooms with access to the park
(All bedrooms in the wings are independent.)

West wing
- Workshop
- Open-plan summer kitchen overlooking the pool courtyard
- Storage rooms
- Large room with WC

Outbuildings
- Separate flat (first floor of the west wing) with living room, open-plan kitchen, and two bedrooms—each with en-suite shower room and WC.

Guest house
- Living room and kitchen
- Two bedrooms with shower room and WC

Park and swimming pool
The interior park is shaded by two magnificent magnolias, lagerstroemias, boxwood, and other ornamental shrubs. A very old well adds historic charm. Paved paths connect the independent bedrooms.

The grounds extend over approximately 4.94 acres, with fine trees including oaks, chestnuts, lime trees, plane trees, a ginkgo, and a centuries-old hornbeam, alongside an orchard.

A fenced 10 x 5 metre saltwater swimming pool, surrounded by a large wooden deck, features a safety gate and wide steps spanning its width.

This rare estate combines architectural heritage, natural beauty, and versatile living or hospitality potential in the heart of the Bordeaux wine country.