Laveyron, Rhône 26240

A vast estate, enclosed with walls and redesigned in the 19th century, with a chateau, a lake, ponds and around 50 hectares of grounds, gazing at a valley in France's Drme department. The estate enjoys a commanding position. You reach it via a calm lane that snakes beneath trees. The Chteau de la Sizeranne, the edifice's name, is surrounded by its vast grounds, which cover around 50 hectares, made up of 25 hectares of woods and 25 hectares of meadows, in addition to the landscaped parkland that extends immediately around the majestic building. You go through an imposing wrought-iron entrance gate, framed between two columns. There is a caretaker's dwelling on one side. The chateau stands straight ahead, designed in a U shape around a courtyard closed with railings. The edifice brings together many outhouses around it, including a farm building, a forge, an agricultural storage building, a water tower and, set back somewhat, a second caretaker's dwelling. A lake and two ponds, as well as a swimming pool beside a small house, complete the property.