Gaillon, Eure, France

Description

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1 hour from Paris, in Normandy, in the Eure valley, a truly remarkable ensemble
- Exceptional castle, built between 1620 (year of the Mayflower !) and 1627, historically "abbey dwelling" of a Benedictine abbey. “La Croix” was built following the architectural
revolution initiated by Philibert de l’Orme. Through its harmony, made of balance and symmetry, this residence, pierced by immense bay windows, is flooded with light. This castle is contemporary with the hunting lodge of King Louis XIII, the future Palace of Versailles.
- Boasting sumptuous reception rooms with remarkable decorative features,
- Rare testimony of the purest Louis XIII Style, the chateau has undergone from 2004 to the present day meticulous “by the book” restoration work under the supervision of
the “Architectes des Bâtiments de France” as well as the Ministry of Culture.
- Remarkable wooded park and gardens : the magnificient walled grounds feature a a drive lined with lime trees, sumptuous French formal gardens with water features, box hedges and a collection of antique statues. Italian-style gardens also with water features as well as fountains. Boasting majestics centennial trees. “Romantic” pond. Orchard, fruit trees and a
greenhouse. Forest plot under development. Crossed by a branch of the river « Eure ».
A major architectural work and a testimony of « Le Grand Siècle ». This property undoubtedly represents what is known as the French Spirit and its Art de Vivre.