19th C chateau for sale near Montpellier

Imposing 1887 château near Montpellier offering 573 m² of living space with 10 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and elegant period details. Set in 4.5 ha of organic parkland with pool, guest spaces, olive grove, small vineyard, and outbuildings. A rare, authentic paradise.

Despite its complete tranquility, the château is ideally situated: within 20 minutes to major transport hubs, close to Mediterranean beaches, vibrant cities, and just an hour to Montpellier airport.

Authentic 19th-Century Château with Parkland, Vineyard & Olive Grove

This magnificent and rare château, built in 1887, stands proudly in the greater Montpellier region of Languedoc-Roussillon, Occitanie. Nestled in the heart of a 4.5-hectare bicentennial park, its elegant towers and commanding presence immediately capture the eye. Behind the gates lies not just a residence, but a private sanctuary of history, nature, and authentic French art de vivre.

A Historic Château, Elegantly Preserved

The château offers 573 m² of refined living space across three levels, with 10 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. Its interiors perfectly balance authenticity and comfort—high ceilings, oak parquet floors, intricate moldings, original mosaics, and 10 beautiful fireplaces have all been meticulously preserved. Every reception room and bedroom is bathed in light, with sweeping views over the parkland and beyond to the surrounding countryside.

The ground floor welcomes with a grand entrance hall, a stately living room, a formal dining room, a library, a study in the round tower, and terraces opening onto the gardens. Upstairs, a collection of luxurious suites and charming bedrooms each offer individuality, privacy, and comfort. At the top, a unique apartment and loft with exposed beams provide flexible accommodation, while a tower terrace reveals panoramic views across the landscape.

The château also boasts extensive cellars, a wine-making facility, a workshop, and multiple storage rooms—spaces that are both practical and characterful.

Details:
Ground Floor:
Entrance (32m²) with magnificent mosaic flooring and a beautiful staircase
Living room (46m²) with marble fireplace and original oak parquet flooring, door opening onto the large terrace
Dining room (40m²) with a magnificent carved wooden fireplace, parquet floors, small tower, door opening onto the large terrace
Library (25m²) with wooden fireplace or can be used as a bedroom, shower room (3m²) with WC, door opening onto the terrace
Room (10m²) with magnificent mosaic floor
Breakfast kitchen (10m²)
Office (20m²) in the large round tower
Hallway (10m²) with large original cupboards, WC with washbasin
Service staircase

Half-level below with internal access and separate access from the outside:
Landing with separate entrance, 29m² fully equipped kitchen with large table, 6m² utility room, 8m² laundry room, access to various cellars, workshop, and boiler room.

1st floor: Landing and hallway
. Suite 58m²: small living room with fireplace, large bedroom, bathroom with bathtub and shower, separate toilet.
. 29m² bedroom with marble fireplace and shower room, toilet.
. 40m² bedroom with marble fireplace, sitting area in the tower, 7m² bathroom, toilet.
. 20m² office or bedroom with fireplace in the large round tower.
. 12m² bedroom with bathroom, toilet.

2nd floor: Landing and hallway
. 15m² bedroom with bathtub and toilet, beautiful exposed timber work of the large tower.
. 40m² loft with bedroom and marble fireplace, small tower, bath, bassin and WC.
. Apartment with
– 42m² dining and living room with marble fireplace
– 10m² fully equipped kitchen
– 10m² and 12m² bedrooms
– 8m² bathroom, separate WC

3rd floor:
. 35m² attic space, storage space
. Staircase with access to the tower terrace

Basement:
. 36m² wine cellar, fully equipped for the grape harvest and production of the property’s wine, air-conditioned
. 40m² workshop
. Several storage rooms between 15m² and 25m²
. Boiler room 25m²

Grounds & Lifestyle

The landscaped 4.5-hectare park is a haven of biodiversity, lovingly maintained under organic principles for over 30 years. Majestic cedars, oaks, lime trees, Mediterranean shrubs, wildflowers, and lavender create an idyllic backdrop, while olive groves (around 30 trees) produce estate olive oil. A small organic vineyard (approx. 1,500 vines) allows the joy of a private vintage, harvested and enjoyed among friends.

Other highlights include:
- A 12 x 6 m swimming pool with large terraces, pergola, summer kitchen space, changing facilities, and technical room
- Bread oven, greenhouse, wooden chalet, carports, and rainwater collection systems
- Vegetable garden, citrus orchard, nut trees, and rare wild flora and fauna (including over 70 bird species)

Outbuildings
Several practical and charming dependencies support the estate:
- Guest apartment in the château’s upper level
- Carports and storage for machinery and wood
- Workshop and wine cellar for hobby winemaking
- Large terraces for outdoor living and entertaining

A Rare Opportunity
This is more than a home—it is an exceptional lifestyle property offering history, prestige, and a deep connection to nature. A château to enchant both heart and soul, preserved in time yet ready to be enjoyed today.