Chateaux in Brittany: a new home with Celtic charm

Belles Demeures 28 Jun 2020
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In Brittany, chateaux offer buyers the chance to own a Celtic-inspired home and set down roots in an incredible region.

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Give honour where honour is due! The Château des Ducs de Bretagne, in Nantes, is the symbol of the region. © aterrom
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In this region, which is located on the far west side of France, the departments of Morbihan, Île-et-Vilaine, Finistère, and Côtes d’Armor have a rich legacy of legends, folklore, and historical monuments. They are surrounded by granite coasts, seaside resort towns, fortified villages, and mysterious forests that date back to the Middle Ages. These features and more have enticed buyers to check out the chateaux for sale in Brittany.

Return to the 15th century, just outside of Morlaix (29600)

​At the confluence of the Queffleuth and Jarlot rivers, this charming town in Finistère resembles an open-air theatre. Its one thousand years of history can be seen in its age-old districts and neo-Gothic chateaus surrounded by greenery.

A caretaker's house and stables into the bargain

This estate, which was founded in the 15th century, is a sight to see. Past the tree-lined entrance road, you’ll be greeted by 11 wooded hectares of land, 646 m² of living space, 17 rooms, a living room, dining room kitchen, ten bedrooms, six bathrooms, a glass wall, and a pool.

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Solid as a rock, the building is set to last at least another thousand year. © Sotheby's Realty
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The immense chimney in the dining room adds a feeling of nobility to the room. © Sotheby's Realty

Between the Gulf of Morbihan and La Trinité-sur-Mer, in Auray (56400)

Located in Quiberon Bay, the city of Auray has retained its charming, historical city centre. While its bustling streets are home to traditional bistros and high-end boutiques, the surrounding area includes a discreet collection of chateaux for sale in Morbihan.

The estate is divided in 3 areas

How could you not fall in love with this manor home and its 6 000 m² of land? The home includes 550 m² of living space, 20 rooms, two living rooms, a dining room, kitchen, six bedrooms, two apartments, a caretaker’s home, a garage, and a small river that’s within walking distance.

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Since the reign of Louis XIII, the Chateau de Moncan has weathered the centuries beautifully. © Barnes
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Your interior design skills will quickly turn this living room into a space that seamlessly blends tradition and modernity. © Barnes

A chateau in Brittany listed historic monument, in Guingamp (22000)

In the Trégor region, between Saint Brieuc and Morlaix Bays, Brittany is home to picturesque villages set alongside seaside resorts that will inspire you to set sail or visit one of the chateaux for sale in Côtes-d'Armor.

Quality interior decor

When it’s a matter of this historic, 15th-century monument, the visit is well worth the trip. Set on an 11-hectare plot, the chateau offers 500 m² of living space, 12 bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, four bedrooms, four bathrooms, an office, and a tennis court.

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The estate’s solid granite walls make it one of the region’s crown jewels. © Cabinet Le Nail
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Solid beams, monumental fireplace, carved doors...the living room is not lacking in style. © Cabinet Le Nail

A beautiful chateau’s centuries-long legacy, in Vannes (56260)

Not far from this city in the south of the Breton peninsula, whose historical centre is located below the ramparts, lies an original fortified chateau. Construction began in the Middle Ages and ended in the 19th century, resulting in a patchwork of styles.

A tree-covered park livened up by an orchard

The entire 30-hectare complex features unrenovated outbuildings, a total of 900 m² of living space, 10 room, a large living room, an adjoining office, kitchen, dining room, eight bedrooms, two bathrooms, chapel, and a heated outdoor pool.

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To add to the romantic charm, the property’s grounds are covered in woods and bridle paths. © Barnes
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Hunting memories are rooted in this warmly colored living room. © Barnes

An architectural complex in granite, in Fougères (35300)

Among Brittany’s four departments, Île-et-Vilaine includes a rural property built between the 13th and 17th centuries. Located 15 minutes from all shopping amenities, you can reach the site after crossing a small stone bridge and a functioning moat.

A prestigious portal and a main courtyard

Set on nearly 14 hectares of land, it includes a main building with 300 m² of living space, 12 rooms, two living rooms, a kitchen, dining room, seven bedrooms, two bathrooms, a garage, a chapel, an independent apartment, a pond, and a historic, fenced-in vegetable garden.

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The entire estate is listed as a regional heritage site. © Cabinet Le Nail
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The portraits of the lords who once lived in the chateau are a nod to the property’s prestige. © Cabinet Le Nail
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