In The Heart Of The Haute Saône Region, Filain Castle: A Treasure In Franche Comté

In the heart of the Haute-Saône region, the charming small town of Filain, nestled between Vesoul and Rioz, is home to this 15th-century gem, a listed Historic Monument: the Château de Filain.

This majestic building, characterized by its four round towers and two square towers, overlooks the surrounding countryside, encompassing over 16 hectares of pasture and forest. Built in pure Renaissance style, it incorporates original elements of its 15th-century fortified house and was remodeled between the 16th and 19th centuries.

Its remarkable inverted U-shape provides access to a courtyard and the original dry moat. Covered by its inverted boat-shaped roof structure, the château offers over 1,500 sqm of living space, ready to be renovated and developed according to your own vision... Events, a high-end hotel/restaurant, or bed and breakfast accommodations with exceptional private living quarters - here, anything is possible. The only strict rule is respect for the period features: Comtois woodwork, the chapel, terracotta tiles and local stone, vaulted cellars... and the elegance of the place.
One by one, the entire estate reveals its chapters of history to the visitor: numerous rooms from different eras, including the guardroom with its splendid Renaissance fireplace sculpted with a ten-point stag that seems to leap from the woods... the hunting room, the mushroom room, the drawing room decorated in pure 18th-century style with gilded woodwork, the chapel nestled in one of the towers, the impressive wine cellars... Everything here invites respect for the place and its past. Dignified and elegant, the Château de Filain has withstood the test of time and the wars of Franche-Comté. And these wars have had little effect on it. In its history, it has had a purchaser who left his mark on the military annals of France and Franche-Comté: General Marulaz, Commander of the Legion of Honor, who distinguished himself in numerous campaigns of the Republic and the Empire, and particularly in defending Besançon against the Prussians.
It was he who transformed the original fortified castle into the residence you will discover today, removing the moat and opening up the courtyard to create the main entrance. The Château de Filain now presents an elegant ensemble, a testament to respect for the past and a forward-looking perspective. On the roads of a province steeped in history, it offers a charming stop, a prestigious address, a haven of peace and serenity nestled in a setting of greenery and rose gardens, surrounded by a park crossed by the delightful local stream, ”La Filaine.”

It invites visitors to explore, contemplate, reflect, and imagine new projects worthy of the site, projects that will once again mark its history. Located less than 15km from Vesoul, 18km from Rioz, and 30km from the entrance to Besançon and its TGV station. Significant renovations are required on the central and north wings of the château. The south wing (16th century) is habitable on both levels, with oil-fired central heating.

THE AGENCY’S OPINION: The Château de Filain is much more than a residence: it is a fragment of regional history of striking beauty. With its 1,500 sqm of living space, outbuildings, grounds, and rare charm, it appeals to history enthusiasts and those with ambitious projects. Its development can benefit from the advantageous framework of the Malraux Law (tax relief for renovation work). A living monument, this castle awaits a new chapter in its life, written by those who can combine respect for the past with a vision for the future. Park with adjoining forest of over 16 hectares.

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Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/