They say an Englishman’s home is his castle. But, frankly it’s pretty tricky to get your hands on one of those – unless you’re good mates with Prince Harry. Not in France, though: the Dordogne region alone is said to have more than 1,000 chateaux. We've found three that are so magnifique, they'll make you want to hand in your notice, buy a beret and get straight on the next plane out of here.
Vive la France: Luxury French chateaux for sale
We’re ready to pack our bags and bid adieu to Blighty for these three luxurious French chateaux.
by Aby Dunsby
Sarlat la Caneda
We've got GREAT news: the majestic 17th century Sarlat la Caneda, located in Périgord Noir, is now for sale. The castle boasts 12 bedrooms, two of which are in its towers – presumably where one houses one’s princesses? Other features include a saltwater swimming pool, stables, and space to park your helicopter. Naturally.
Price guide: £2.7m
Sarlat la Caneda
Sarlat la Caneda
The ski chalet
Four-times world champion free ride skier Guerlain Chicherit clearly knows how to live: he thought of everything when he designed Chalet Quezac in the Tarentaise. If your legs are weary after too many ski ploughs, you can access its three floors by lift and then chill on the giant terrace. Or if you fancy some après ski naughtiness (we like your style), there's a games room, ten-seater jacuzzi, boules court and helipad to fuel the fun. We can only imagine the stories that night'll bring.
Price guide: £5.1m
Chalet Quezac
Chalet Quezac
The beachside pad
If poolside lazing on the French Riviera sounds right up your rue, then Ramatuelle near Saint-Tropez is for you. The six-bedroom chateau is ideal for a getaway with your pals: there's an outdoor infinity pool, Jacuzzi, and you're minutes away from Escalet beach. If you can force yourself out of your lounger, you can practice your serve in the villa's private tennis courts. Or you can cheer on the Nadal wannabes as you stay horizontal, champagne in hand.
Price guide: £12.7m
The beachside pad
The beachside pad
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