Spain is filled with an abundance of wonderful and unique properties, and this could be your chance to own one of them. If you're dreaming of living like royalty, then this majestic French-style castle in the province of Girona was made for you. Designed and built by one of the great eclectic architects of bourgeois Barcelona, Enric Saignier, this impressive property is located on the outskirts of the beautiful town of Sant Hilari Sacalm.
"Castell de Villavecchia", the official name of this dreamy castle, is located in the heart of the natural area of Les Guilleries, just 100km from Barcelona and 50km from the city of Girona. The castle has a built surface area of 1,800m2 on an impressive 15 hectare site which is home to stunning views that can also be enjoyed throughout the property.
The ground floor of this wonderful castle has a spacious dining room with a large fireplace, 2 living rooms with mountain views and direct access to the garden, as well as a music room, 3 spacious suites with dressing rooms, and even a small chapel. A semi-basement level is distributed to include another large dining room, a modern kitchen, storage rooms, a service area and technical room.
Meanwhile, the first floor is divided into 2 wings with 3 large suites in each wing, one of which is located in the castle tower and has an impressive circular form. The second floor is also divided into 2 separate wings that are home to the remainder of the total of 15 bedrooms in the property. The castle also has 13 bathrooms.
Finishing touches to this unique property include another smaller building which is intended as guard and service housing, while underfloor heating, home automation systems, security cameras, an electric generator and full network connection complete the offering of this impressive castle. This new life of luxury could be yours and is now for sale on idealista for 3,800,000 euros.
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