Anduze, Languedoc-Roussillon 30140

Unique property first built in the 12th century near Unesco sites and some of the most remarkable villages in Southern France, only 10mn away from Anduze and one-hour to the airports and Tgv stations of Nîmes and Montpellier, close to the touristic hotspots of the Cevennes National Park and Provence. A National Trail and various other walking trails run through the estate. Carefully renovated by the distinguished 'Compagnons du Devoir' the complex is divided into the castle, the bastide, and the pavillon, distributed around a central yard and a superb terrace overlooking the hills. It comprises about 20 suites, many reception and drawing rooms, large fireplaces, an after-hunting room under arches, and many spaces for service and storage. A listed Romanic church is adjacent to the pavillon. The 16000 sqft castle's reputed wellness retreats involve a qualified staff in a superb Spa under high stone arches that includes a large interior swimming-pool, a beautiful hammam and sauna, three massage rooms, a gym room, and a natural, outdoor pool. This rare, 6.5ha (16ac) property lying at the heart of a wider, 140ha-large estate (346ac) combines history and well-being in a way that can ideally suit buyers looking for an exclusive family place as well as a profitable business with serious potential for development.