Routes Des Mieles, Bailiwick of Guernsey, GY9

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire an authentic Victorian fortress of remarkable historical and architectural significance, held in the same family for nearly a century, originally acquired from the Channel Island Granite Company. This marks the first time in two generations that this extraordinary property has been offered for sale.

Set on a dramatic peninsula surrounded by the sea on three sides, Chateau L’Etoc commands panoramic views across Alderney and The Channel, perfectly framed by Sale Bay, Arch Bay and Corblets Bay, it occupies the island’s most northerly point, a location of unrivalled natural beauty, privacy and strategic prominence. Partially restored and structurally conserved, the property offers over 1,700 sq m of internal space with 5.75 acres/ 23,300 sq m of fortified grounds, a rare canvas for sympathetic redevelopment or adaptive reuse.

Designated as an ‘Area of Opportunity’ under Alderney’s 2017 Land Use Plan and formally registered as a heritage asset, Chateau L’Etoc combines protected historical status with extraordinary scope for creative vision. Existing planning permission allows for a two storey glazed link between the officers quarters and the Magazine store, an elegant balance 19th century architecture and contemporary design.

Originally build on a Neolithic burial ground dating to around 4,300 BC the sit has Bourne witness to millennia of human history. commissioned by Queen Victoria and completed in 1853, the fort was designed to defend Alderney from invasion – housing 128 soldiers and 23 guns. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert visited the site in 1854, admiring its commanding views and formidable construction.

With its Atmospheric courtyards, sweeping sea views and monumental architecture, Chateau L’Etoc offers unique potential for: Private Retreats and celebrations, Corporate Gatherings and incentives, Boutique weddings and cultural events, Art Exhibitions and heritage experiences. its scale, seclusion and authenticity make it a one of a kind venue for those seeking to combine privacy, creativity and legacy.

As part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey Alderney offers a favourable fiscal environment: No inheritance tax or Capital Gains Tax, no VAT or Goods and Services Tax, Low Personal and Corporate Income Tax, No restrictions on the purchase of property as is the case in the other Channel Islands.

Beyond its fiscal appeal Alderney offers an exceptional quality of life – a peaceful, self sufficient island of untamed natural beauty and vibrant community life. From its blond hedgehogs and gannet colonies to its pristine beaches, art festivals and the charming town of St Anne, the island blends tranquility with character.
*Purchasers should seek their own independent tax local tax advice.

Quote Reference: 683701