Limburg I Lanaken

A picturesque lane leads us to a stunning 17th-century classicist castle, originally a Cistercian abbey known as the 'Castle of Hocht.' This expansive estate, spanning approximately 10 hectares, features not only the castle, which once housed the abbess, but also a concierge's lodge, a coach house with authentic stables for eight horses, a chapel ruin, and a parsonage. The magnificent park, surrounded by ancient trees and rich biodiversity, is fully walled and preserved as a cultural-historical landscape. It includes the remnants of the former church choir, various walkways, meadows, and a serene pond. In front of the castle lies a French garden designed by landscape architect Jacques Wirtz, while the rest of the estate showcases predominantly English landscaping, complete with an orangery, orchard, a former water mill, and a herb and vegetable garden. The castle has undergone several restorations between 2014 and 2020, blending contemporary comfort with respect for its heritage. The grand entrance exudes elegance, featuring a light-filled room adorned with exquisite paneling, moldings, and intricate stucco work. Large windows in the salons invite abundant natural light and views of the garden. The first floor, equipped with underfloor heating, includes a spacious kitchen, a cozy dining area, multiple lounges with fireplaces, a generous library, and an office. The second floor boasts a large master suite with a dressing room and bathroom, a sizable bedroom with an infra-red room, and several additional bedrooms (seven in total) with bathrooms (five in total) and a lounge. This level also features a large artist's studio and a separate billiard room. Adjacent to the castle is the carriage house, repurposed as a multifunctional space for lectures and exhibitions, housing eight authentic horse stables and a fully equipped herbalist's kitchen. Further down the road is the rectory, which includes a large kitchen, a cozy sitting area, and four bedrooms, potentially suitable for various uses such as B&B or concierge services. Additional features include an authentic wine cellar, home automation, and an extensive security system. Castle size: 1288m2, EPC C: 280kwh/m2/J. Gatehouse with janitor's house: 136m2, EPC F: 652kwh/m2/J. Chaplain's house: 280m2, EPC F: 532kwh/m2/J. Coach house with stables and orangery: 1173m2. Share transfer possible. For more information, please contact Kristof Goossens at +32 495 65 50 50.