The castle was built along the lines of the great feudal
castles that dotted the border between Aquitaine and the Kingdom
of France: an impregnable medieval fortress, which has remained
intact across the centuries. It is a prototype of military
architecture from the 10th to the 14th & 15th centuries and
appears in reference books on architecture of the period.
In the middle of its 500 acres of woods and pastureland, this
majestic monument has survived the many conflicts that took
place in the much fought-over region. It even witnessed the
death of one of history’s greatest figures, Richard the
Lionheart!
The interior has been entirely renovated with
rare care and splendor. It is a labyrinth of some 3000 m² / 40
rooms, some vast, some more intimate. The layout is perfectly
functional for every day living with some more modern elements
such as Jacuzzi, computer room, giant TV screen, lift etc. Most
importantly, the original character of this spellbinding place
has been preserved with spiral staircases, gothic windows, and
monumental fireplaces. Other elements have been added throughout
the castles colorful history with beams, solid oak paneling and
doors from all periods. The castle is sold furnished.
The castle is situated on the border of the Dordogne region. 5
minutes from a small town with all shops.
30 minutes from seat of Prefecture with 100,000 inhabitants,
2h30 from Toulouse, Bordeaux, Orleans.
