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1,500-year-old French castle with a rich history and potential secrets is on the market for $3.8 million. The Chateau de Saint-Chartier, a sprawling five-floor property, boasts an impressive 15,607 square feet of living space.
This medieval fortress is packed with intriguing features, including grand ballrooms, secret passages, dungeons, and a watch tower. On the third floor, you'll find a gaming den and private cinema for downtime. The castle's 34 rooms include nine bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a unique Mexican-style tavern.
The property also boasts marble bathrooms, parquet floors, several fireplaces, and stone staircases. A 15th-century outbuilding adds to the historical charm. According to Spanish historian Ivo Fornesa, Napoleon may have hidden a fortune on the property after his defeat at Waterloo.
The castle's guest list reads like a who's-who of history, with notable visitors including Joan of Arc (allegedly) and literary figures Honoré de Balzac and George Sand. After years of wars and rebuilds, the chateau has undergone a 19th-century renovation and a decade of TLC since 2010, making it ready for its next owner.
