Exceptional Castle in Corrèze

Property Description

Elegance, history, and the French art of living:
Perched on a rocky promontory, this remarkable feudal watch-castle commands the surrounding landscape with majesty.
A true emblem of medieval architecture in the Corrèze region, it stands as one of the area's finest heritage landmarks, situated in the heart of the former Viscountcy of Turenne, near the borders of the Diocese of Travassac.
The west tower dates from the 18th century, while the main residential building originates from the 16th century. Its turrets and Italian-style balustraded gallery reflect the refinement of the Renaissance era. The façade retains its superb stonework made of red stone from Collonges-la-Rouge?a rare and precious architectural signature.
Until 1830, the castle was owned by the English nobility. It changed hands several times between 1440 and 1500 before being acquired by the d'Aubusson de la Feuillade family, who held the property for over three centuries. It was subsequently purchased by the de Jouvenel family. Henri de Jouvenel was the husband of the famous writer Colette; she lived there for eleven years and drew inspiration from the setting for several of her works, most notably *Le Blé en herbe* (The Ripening Seed).
Acquired by a family from the Corrèze region in 1956, the estate was transformed into a prestigious hotel and restaurant?a member of the Relais & Châteaux association?hosting several Michelin-starred chefs.

An exceptional estate with remarkable features:
The entrance to the estate has retained all its elegance. A majestic driveway winds through a refined grove of hornbeams and plane trees before reaching the château's forecourt.
From the vast, light-filled terrace, the view opens onto a serene, sweeping rural panorama.
The grounds feature a landscaped park planted with a variety of remarkable species, including cedars, magnolias, yews, and other ornamental trees. A tennis court, swimming pool, and parking areas blend harmoniously into the setting without detracting from the magical atmosphere of the place.

Accommodation and Event Spaces:
The château offers 26 guest rooms in the main building, complemented by 10 additional rooms in an elegant annex known as 'Le Cottage.'
Reception areas include lounges, a bar, dining rooms, a luggage room, and various social spaces that can be adapted to suit specific plans.
Set within wooded grounds of over 16 hectares, the property features several additional outbuildings, including an Orangery capable of hosting approximately 100 guests, and a second event space near the pool with a capacity of around 300 people.
The estate comprises nearly 3,000 m² of living space, offering exceptional potential as a private residence, a grand family home, or a high-end luxury hotel project.

A Strategic Location Combining Heritage and the Art of Living:
Located in the Corrèze region?on the doorstep of Brive-la-Gaillarde and just 15 minutes from Brive-Vallée de la Dordogne Airport?the estate enjoys remarkable accessibility, situated only 10 minutes from the A20 (Paris/Toulouse) and A89 (Lyon/Bordeaux) motorways.
It is in the immediate vicinity of Collonges-la-Rouge, Rocamadour, Martel, Sarlat, and Aubazine (a place cherished by Coco Chanel), as well as the finest sites in the Périgord and Quercy regions.
Throughout the centuries, the château has evolved elegantly while remaining true to its soul.
Today, it stands as a unique property that embodies prestige, history, discretion, and excellence.
Sale of the property (freehold)