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The grandest mansions in France and Italy to buy, rent or visit

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Chateau De Chambord in France, Loire Valley.

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France and Italy host some of Europe’s most famous castles, palaces or grand homes. They range from Loire Valley chateaux and Sicilian strongholds to French Riviera mansions. You can hire many of them for events, parties, overnight stays and wine tastings. You can even buy one — if your budget stretches into the millions.

CNBC has selected a few of the most grand French and Italian palaces and castles It is possible to find.

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Castle The Godfather

The Piazza Agostino Pennisi in Sicily, Italy

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Castello nel Chianti

Consider starting a hobby in winemaking. this grand Italian castleIt is located in Tuscany’s Chianti Region. Christie’s International Real Estate has it listed. The castle dates back to more than 1000 years. It was restored by the current owner around 1980. The castle is surrounded by around 30 acres of vineyards — which can produce up to 150,000 bottles of wine a year — as well as olive groves and countryside. The castle has ample space for guests with its 25 bedrooms and 33 baths. There is also plenty to see nearby as it is situated between Florence and Siena.

A Cannes palace

Cannes Harbor, France: A yacht.

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Cannes is the home of many famous and wealthy people in south France. Le Palais VenitienThis stunning property, with a price tag of $136.9million is for sale. Built in 1990, the 32,300-square foot house has nine residential suites, as well as a nightclub, cinema, hammam, and wine cellar. Sotheby’s also lists it. It’s situated on six acres with a forest, tennis court, lake and overlooks the Mediterranean.

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Sleeping beauty

Chateau des Joyaux in France’s Loire Valley

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Lake Como luxury

From a villa rental, enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Como in Italy.

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SopranoVillas, a high-end rental website that offers luxury rentals in Italy, lets you rent properties all over Italy. Art Nouveau-style luxury villa
It is located high above Lake Como and is renowned for its celebrity-friendly homes. It was once a lookout tower for medieval knights. The rental includes eight rooms that sleep 14 and an entertainment floor, which has two rooftop terraces, an island bar with a viewing platform, music system, and an island bar. Weekly stays starting at 41,250 Euros

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Hotel Chateau du Grand-Luce

Hotel Chateau Du Grand-Luce, and its surroundings.

Adam Lynk, Hotel Chateau du Grand Luce.

The Hotel Chateau du Grand-Luce is a luxurious 18-room hotel located about two hours from Paris.ThThe hotel asserts that it is a century-old property located in the Loire Valley. “quite possibly the most extravagant suite in Europe.”Baron’s Suite is a luxurious suite with a 7,502 euro per-night price. The Suite features 17 feet high ceilings, garden views and 2 reception rooms. Salon Chinois has its walls painted by 18The following is a list of thJean-Baptiste Pillement, a century-old artist.

Hotel de Crillon, Paris

Paris’ Crillon Hotel, as seen from La Place de la Concorde.

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No list of fancy buildings would be complete wiThout mention of the Hotel de Crillon, known as the grande dame of hotels in Paris — part of which dates back to the 18th century. Richard Martinet, an architect who renovated the rooms in 2017, added an underground spa as well as two suites created by Karl Lagerfeld. Each room also has butler service. For a double bedroom, the price starts at 1,070 euro.

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Castello di Ama

Castello di Ama and Siena are both within easy reach of each other.

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You don’t need a castle to rent, but you might consider Italy’s numerous wine tasting and day tours. You can find 18Th-century Castello di AmaThis contemporary art gallery is located near Siena. They offer wine tours and include works by Anish Kapoor, Roni Horn, and Louise Bourgeois. There are also works in the outdoor area. For 65 euros, you can enjoy two Chianti Classico wine tastings. There are five suites available.

Palais des Papes

Palais des Papes from Avignon in France, 14th Century.

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It is a huge 14ThThe UNESCO World Heritage Site in Avignon is the palace of Popes from Avignon (southeast France), which was built in 15th century. Jean Froissart, a medieval writer, described it as “an amazing place to be.”the most well-fortified house in the world.” It’s Europe’s largest Gothic palace and is made up of two buildings — the Palais Neuf (new palace) and the Palais Vieux (old palace). This includes large halls and the 52m Trouillas tower, as well as private papal apartments. The new palace is home to the Great Chapel. For a daily price of 12 euros, you can enjoy the Great Chapel.

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