Sunday, 14 August 2011

Top Tips on Purchasing a French Chateau

By Andre Boultaire


If you're looking looking for a French chateau for sale there are a a bunch of things for you to opt for. There is a extensive extensive range of chateaux and castles, on the market, varying in size and grandeur as well as in price. While looking for a Castle, there are a several factors that must be considered. Given below are a 1 or 2 tips on choosing the perfect chateau.

Decide on why you need a castle

You have to first be certain of why you want a Castle, if it is to move into or to renovate it. Chateaux that are short of renovation structurally or flamboyantly will show up on the market, if the second is what you prefer. However reconstructing a chateau can occasionally cost you more than purchasing a refurbished one. But so long as you have enough money to try undertake such a mission, so there is nothing stopping you from investing in one.

Choose a location

Chateaux are spread all though France, so you'll have to consider from where you want to buy one. While the ones in the Loire Valley are quite costly, there are cheaper ones available in places like Limousin.

Determine your position

The budget you set must be inclusive of buying the property as well as other costs to make the place fit to move into. If you intend to purchase a castle in need of refurbishment, you should inquire how much the renovation costs will be. On average the charges for renovating a chateau should cost you from 500 to 1500 euros per square metre. The charges alter dependent on the seriousness of the damage and the land cost of the actual area.

Find a trusty agent

Finding a reliable agent when looking for such property can be vital. A good agent, besides being honest, will also know what you are searching for and will give suggestions depending on what your preferences are and your financial position, so you aren't travelling to far to find something that is unsuitable. So right at the outset, build a good empathy with your agent and explain your specific wants and needs clearly to him so that there are no doubts in any way.

Business options of a chateau

There are interesting business prospects that come with buying a chateau. Chateaux are great venues for luxury hotels. Chateaux with a lot of outside space can be utilised for a diverse range of sporting activities and are typically sought after by such organisations. They are also easily converted into hunting and wildlife grounds. A vineyard is another interesting business proposition for castle owners.

Whatever your preferences are, whether they be moving in, renovating or setting up a business, these tips can prove to be very useful when you're searching for a French Castle for sale.




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