A charming 17th and 18th century chateau in Gascony, a 1hr 45 min drive from the airport in Toulouse, has been launched on the market.

The chateau is situated between the towns of Condom and Vic Fezensac and enjoys lovely views of the Pyrenees. Inside is a manageable space of 3 reception rooms, 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

Set just below the chateau is a swimming pool surrounded by a low trimmed hedge which affords lovely views over the surrounding Gascon countryside. The grounds extend to 13.5 acres and include large outbuildings.

Toulouse-based Jonathan Charles is asking €1.685 000 (+33 609 72 37 04; www.jonathancharles.co.uk)