Location: Agel, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, Europe (Agel 50 Kms from Carcassonne 25 Kms from Narbonne)
Accommodations: Chalet, 7 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 5 Baths (Sleeps 15)
Keywords: Château
In the heart of France’s Minervois region, at 10 km from Minerve, the château d’Agel is a superb medieval castle of which the oldest part dates from the 12th century onwards, and consists of the main building, four towers and a dovecote. Its extensive terraced gardens covering 2 hectares (5 acres) offers extensive views over the Cesse valley and the Pech mountain: the ideal setting for a quiet walk or a relaxing dip in the Swimming Pool.
The history of the Château reads like a portrait gallery of the feudal lords of South-West France… curiously, many of them called Bernard: from 1304 to 1432, Bernard d'Auriac, Guillaume de Molini, Bernard de Maureilhan, Bernard Randulphe, Pierre de Bongigosis, Bernard de Haupoul, Bernard d'Auriac and Bernard d'Aimard.
In 1432, a sale is on record from Bernard de Corsons (another Bernard!) to Gabriel de Verseilles.
In 1543, the new owners of Agel are Pierre and Simon de Beauxhostes.
In 1764, the property is recorded as having been sold to Jean d'Augier of Narbonne. Thereafter, Agel continued to pass as a legacy from one owner to another, until it passed into the hands of the present owners, the Ecal family.
Wars and fires brought about many changes over the centuries, As shown in its variety of window styles, from the tiny windows of the stark 12th century fortress to the beautiful windows of the Renaissance, with their ornamental balusters and chapiters, to Trianon-style leaded panes in the 17th century.
During the XVII century, the Renaissance embrasures were replaced on the principal frontage by broad bays with small squares in the style of Trianon.
If what you have in mind is getting away from it all with family or friends, you can rent the Entire Château and have the buildings, Park and Pool all to yourselves.
You can rent the entire chateau (800m2) up to 13 persons, bed linen provided : 2 living rooms, 1 library, 1 office, 2 dining rooms, 1 kitchen, 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, park of 2ha.
On the ground floor: a spacious entrance hall leading to the Great Hall, the small drawing room, the library and the dining room, kitchen and lavatories nearby.
On the first floor: the upstairs drawing room, four double bedrooms, one triple bedroom, four bathrooms.
On the second floor: a double room, a bathroom
In the two-hectare (5 acre) park: the orangery, terraces, box hedges, swimming pools, vines…
If you wish, you may also hire members of the domestic staff (maid, cook etc.)
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed (4)
- Twin/Single Bed (7)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- billiard
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Activities
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Biking
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In Euros)
€3200-€5000/week.
Prices per week including taxes, household linen provided.
Deposit 30% with the reservation, balances one week before the arrival.
Possibility to have hosts’ table dinner on request during your booking.
1500 € security deposit
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1764
This castle is a medieval family castle
The Unique Benefits of this Chalet
Family atmosphere with family furniture, magic place
Property Photos
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Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #266732
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