A Remarkable 19th-Century Château near Albi

A Remarkable 19th-Century Château near Albi Set amid the rolling countryside of the Tarn, in the heart of Occitanie, Château de Madron is an elegant 19th-century residence surrounded by nearly 4.5 hectares of peaceful landscaped grounds. Built around 1800 by the Durieu de Madron family, the château enjoys an exceptional location just a short distance from Albi and its UNESCO World Heritage episcopal city, combining the tranquillity of the French countryside with immediate access to one of the great historic cities of Southern France. Offering approximately 650 sqm of living space, the château is distinguished by its generous proportions, natural light and elegant atmosphere. A magnificent entrance hall leads to impressive reception rooms, including a beautifully proportioned drawing room and dining room, alongside a fully equipped contemporary kitchen. Throughout the residence, large windows and high ceilings create a wonderful sense of space while opening onto views of the surrounding countryside. The château offers six spacious suites, each combining comfort and privacy with beautiful open views across the estate. Upstairs, a large additional sitting room, a billiard room and library provide further spaces for relaxation and entertaining. The uppermost floor retains a collection of former service bedrooms, offering additional potential to increase the accommodation capacity of the château. Outside, the estate reveals another dimension of the property. The landscaped park extends across nearly 4.5 hectares, with an elegant swimming pool, mature vegetation and wonderful perspectives over the rolling hills of the Tarn. From the terraces and balconies, the countryside stretches towards the horizon, creating a remarkable sense of peace from sunrise to sunset. The château is complemented by an exceptional collection of outbuildings, including a stud farm inspired by the great traditional stables of Normandy, an orangery, a garage and a substantial upper-floor reception space offering exciting possibilities for private events and entertaining. An independent ground-floor apartment can also provide accommodation for a caretaker or concierge. But Château de Madron holds another remarkable chapter in its history. At the end of the 19th century, the estate welcomed Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, one of France’s most celebrated artists, who depicted the château’s stud farm and orangery, adding an extraordinary artistic dimension to the history of the property. Today, Château de Madron represents a rare balance between French architectural elegance, generous proportions, preserved nature and cultural heritage. Its six suites, extensive grounds, remarkable outbuildings and proximity to Albi make it equally suited to becoming an exceptional family residence or an ambitious hospitality and events project. A château shaped by history, art and the landscapes of Southern France — just moments from Albi. link : https://www.poncet-poncet.com/en/real... Maison PONCET & PONCET Exclusive Affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate