House for sale in Dole, France

The Château d'Eclans in the heart of the Jura A true historical monument surrounded by a majestic park Welcome to the Château d'Eclans, a pearl of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries nestled in an exceptional green setting in the heart of the Jura, in Franche-Comté. This majestic building, erected by Charles Petrey de Champvans, a councillor in the parliament of Dole, bears witness to the rich history of the region. Surrounded by a 16-hectare park, gracefully crossed by a peaceful stream, this estate is a real architectural treasure. A site classified as a historical monument: The Château d'Eclans and its park have been honoured with the title of historical monument, a recognition that extends to the stream meandering through the land, the enclosing wall that elegantly delimits the space, as well as the main gate whose official inscription dates back to 24 May 1994. This classification underlines the heritage importance of this remarkable ensemble. An authentic castle from the XVIII and XIXth centuries: The castle, with a living area of 750 m², extends over two levels and offers more than 20 rooms, including nearly 12 bedrooms and several sumptuous living rooms. Original features such as parquet floors, fireplaces and panelling add a touch of authenticity, a testament to the refinement of the era. The estate also includes various outbuildings, including a former bakery, a woodshed, a caretaker's house to be restored, a sheepfold, a dovecote, stables and stables, adding a historical dimension to the whole. The beautiful park: The castle is nestled in the heart of an exceptional park of 16 hectares, including a 3-hectare garden crossed by a charming stream and 13 hectares of woods. The surrounding nature offers an idyllic setting. A privileged location: Ideally located in a small village just 15 minutes from Dole, the castle is remarkably accessible. A 15-minute drive will take you to the Dole TGV train station (Paris in 1h30), as well as the A36 and A39 motorways. Dijon and Besançon are just a 45-minute drive away, while Lyon, Geneva, Lausanne and Basel can be reached in almost 2 hours, providing easy access to the main destinations. A castle that bears witness to history: The history of the castle dates back to 1674, when Charles Petrey de Champvans decided to build this exceptional residence after the acquisition of the land of Eclans at the beginning of the seventeenth century. In the eighteenth century, Rodrigue-Thérèse Masson d'Authume transformed the castle in the style of the time, before Marie Bontemps, his granddaughter, brought it as a dowry to Charles François Masson, a councillor in the parliament of Besançon. The latter, owner of the Château de Cléron, added the gardens and the orangery to the complex. In 1820, the Toulougeon family acquired the estate, carrying out major works that shaped the castle into its current form. The Château d'Eclans, with its captivating history, authentic architecture and majestic park, represents a unique opportunity in the heart of the Jura, in Franche-Comté. An exceptional experience with many possibilities of exploitation. Philippe SESTIER (EI) Commercial Agent - RSAC number: 441 417 672 - DOLE.