18th Century Castle 1200m² - 30 Rooms - 21 Bedrooms - 50 000m² - Atlantic Pyrenees

Property Description

IDEAL INVESTOR
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This time, a visit to the Béarn des Gaves (Pyrénées Atlantiques) and more precisely to a small village near Navarrenx (1.8km), the Village de Sus. Situated between the Pyrenees and the sunny sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean.
But allow me to say a few words about Navarrenx: A medieval gem in the heart of Béarn
Nicknamed ‘the city of ramparts’, Navarrenx is a picturesque village in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. This ancient fortified town, perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Gave d'Oloron, offers an exceptional natural setting and a remarkable historical heritage. Founded in the 14th century, Navarrenx experienced a major boom in the 16th century, when the town became a strategic stronghold. The Italian architect Fabricio Siciliano was commissioned to reinforce the fortifications, making Navarrenx the first bastioned town in France.
In Navarrenx, you can admire the imposing fortified enclosure, over 2 km long, and its 14 towers, which bear witness to the town's military past. Visit the former weapons storehouse, now a museum, which tells the story of Navarrenx and its fortifications. Discover the Romanesque church of Notre Dame de l’Assomption, altered over the centuries to house a Baroque altarpiece and colorful stained-glass windows. Cross this stone bridge, which spans the Gave d'Oloron and offers a breathtaking view of the town and its surroundings. And see **La maison du prisoner de Navarre**: This house, located in the center of the village, was the prison of the King of Navarre, Antoine de Bourbon, in 1569.
There are plenty of things to do: explore the hiking trails that criss-cross the area around Navarrenx and offer exceptional views of the Pyrenees. Take advantage of the richness of the Gave d’Oloron to indulge in salmon fishing, an emblematic activity of the region. Go canoeing, kayaking or rafting on the Gave d’Oloron, for a refreshing and sporting experience. Stroll through the narrow streets of Navarrenx, admire its old houses and historic monuments, and soak up the medieval atmosphere of this charming village. Taste the culinary specialties of Béarn, such as ewe's milk cheese, Bayonne ham, Jurançon wine or Basque cake.

AND NOW TO WHAT INTERESTS YOU!!!
Château Laroque (1200m²) is a 19th century residence of refined architecture, comprising a quadrangular main building with two storeys and seven bays, flanked by two polygonal turrets on the corners of the front facade. The bays are rectangular on the second floor and segmentally arched on the ground floor. A slight three-bay central projection is marked by the presence of a porch, a balcony on the first floor and a discreet offset in the roof. The attic is lit by four oval oculus dormers and a large central dormer with a triangular pediment. The overall layout, pleasantly ordered, shows the influence of 18th century classical architecture, softened by the presence of the two turrets.
In addition to the castle, the property comprises an 18th century manor house (566 m² / 1,767 sq ft) awaiting conversion over 4 stories. Structural work completed. Interior layout plans available. - A building (1050m²) in hexagonal wood with a large reception capacity ideal for weddings, seminars, conferences, yoga and wellness retreats, races, parties, celebrations....
Grocery shop/bar. (135m²) - Bakery - Annexes (offices, garage, cellar, barn (356m²))
High-performance, very economical wood-burning boiler supplying the living areas and with the capacity to supply the others. 50,659 m² of land planted with flowers and trees. Several plots are farmed organically with a water reservoir and irrigation system. Numerous projects are possible.
Most of the farmland is separated from the buildings by a road and is accessible via a small tunnel. The property is easily accessible from Biarritz, Pau and the A64 motorway.

You have projects: family property, gites, bed and breakfast, guest house, fitness center, event venue, seminar.....
If you have a large-scale project and would like to invest, then this property is for you, but you need to be realistic - there's a lot of work involved, both in bringing the property up to standard and in refurbishing it. You'll need to budget for a substantial amount of work.
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Translated with (free version) Independent Swixim sales agent in your area: Agency fees payable by vendor - Estimated amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on 2021 energy prices: €6,332 ~ €8,568 - Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is provided in the form of a separate form.…