A Romantic Gascon Castle With Formal Gardens
Offering panoramic views over the Vallée de l’Osse from its high Gascon towers, Château du Fréchou is considered one of Gascony’s hidden jewels.
The Medieval and Renaissance castle dates back to 1259, and was transformed into a residential castle and remodelled in the Italian Renaissance style in 1560, with the addition of a staircase tower and entrance pavilion.
Run as a farm by the 19th century, the property was in a ruinous state in 1970, when new owners set about restoring the historic property and updating its formal Italian gardens and Medieval-style walled garden.
Surrounded by outbuildings, the castle comes with a lovely period orangery, a pigeonnier, and a 2-storey gatehouse.
Inside, the castle has been tastefully updated for modern living while restoring the property’s unique period details.
The 6458 square foot property has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and several grand principal rooms, featuring romantic period details throughout. Of note is the original limestone staircase (considered one of the best in the area), the soaring beamed ceilings, terracotta tile floors, and original stone fireplaces.
The drawing room opens out to a lovely breakfast garden, accessible by a 14th century gothic bridge.
The 17 acre estate has a large walnut orchard with the potential to be replanted as a vineyard, creating the ultimate French country oasis.
The chateau is set in a peaceful and private setting near its namesake Gascon village, Le Fréchou, between the market towns of Nérac and Condom.
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