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Castle
17 Rooms
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540 m²
Biviers
3 690 000 €
Château du Bontoux, a manor house located in the heart of the Grésivaudan Valley [Biviers, Isère].
Set in the Isère Valley at the foot of the Chartreuse mountain range, the Grésivaudan offers a remarkable natural environment. This unspoilt setting is naturally suited to outdoor activities, hiking and leisurely walks. With such an exceptional quality of life, the village of Biviers combines residential tranquillity with close proximity to Grenoble (just 15 minutes away), a metropolitan city renowned for its cultural, academic and economic dynamism.
In addition to this outstanding natural heritage, the area also boasts a remarkable architectural legacy, as this peaceful village is home to three châteaux. The property presented by Agence [.VOUS.] is in fact a manor considered to be the fourth château of Biviers.
Dating back to the 16th century, the nearly 4-hectare estate bears the name of the individual who acquired the land shortly before the 1600s. Over the centuries, this elegant residence has been owned by various families, each enriching it while respecting traditional Dauphiné architecture.
From the moment you arrive, the scale and character of the property become apparent as you follow a majestic lime-tree avenue stretching over 120 meters, leading to the 540 sqm stone manor house.
The main building stands out for its generous volumes, 3.20-metre-high ceilings, noble materials and preserved authenticity. Each of the three levels covers approximately 180 sqm, complemented at garden and basement levels by a summer kitchen, a shower room, a boiler room and a vaulted cellar.
On the ground floor, the spacious reception hall impresses with its monumental Burgundy stone fireplace, a living room with exposed beam ceilings, and a recently renovated fully equipped kitchen. Two large parquet-floored bedrooms adjoin a bathroom, as well as bespoke storage and a custom-made dressing room.
The first floor features a superb apartment offering everything one expects from château living. In Louis XIII style, it includes a 75 sqm living room with an antique fireplace and gilded overmantel, walnut parquet flooring crafted by Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, ornate ceiling mouldings with rosettes, a modern kitchen, three bedrooms and a bathroom with both bathtub and shower.
The second floor is dedicated to hosting guests and comprises five bedrooms, including an intimate suite set within a former chapel adorned with stained glass. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, including a family bedroom equipped with a whirlpool bathtub.
From the windows, the estate unfolds across 3.95 hectares, combining landscaped parkland, meadows, an equestrian arena, an orchard and woodland.
The landscaped park enhances the main residence with its ornamental pond—where a nymph pours water from a private natural spring—its gazebo and its collection of trees, including rare species. A swimming pool could also be created here. A 40 x 20 metre equestrian arena completes the wide range of outdoor amenities, set against the mountain backdrop and in perfect harmony with the spirit of the property.
The outbuildings offer exceptional potential:
The first is dedicated to events (approximately 240 sqm, fully renovated), ideal for receptions, sports or wellness activities.
The second is devoted to equestrian use and storage (former stables, horse boxes and storage areas over approximately 280 sqm).
The third is a former farmhouse to be renovated, offering remarkable potential with 400 sqm of ground floor space and equipped with 36 photovoltaic panels installed in 2024.
The fourth is a small 15 sqm pavilion located in the inner courtyard, housing a latest-generation five-person jacuzzi with integrated music system, offering views over the snow-capped peaks.
Many more words and details would be needed to fully convey the grandeur and refined elegance of this estate. In summary, Château du Bontoux is a rare character property, offering a 360° panoramic view over the Belledonne, Chartreuse and Vercors mountain ranges, extending as far as the ski resorts of Chamrousse and Les Sept Laux.
Unique and versatile, it lends itself to a wide range of projects, from a prestigious primary or secondary family residence to a reception venue or guest house.
In this environment offering a rare balance between nature, serenity and Grenoble’s urban vitality, a new owner will join the lineage of families who have inhabited this residence, thus continuing the rich heritage of this majestic site.
For further information or to arrange a visit, please contactMrs. Laurence Billet +33 6 50 34 21 69.
Fees entirely payable by the seller.
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