Is the château de Saudreville a listed historic monument?

It has been listed as a historic monument since a decree of 5 December 1972.

What can be seen at the château de Saudreville?

The protected features include the façades, roofs, main courtyard with its steps, the moat with its bridge and the old garden.

What is the connection between Madeleine Carroll and the château?

The British actress bought the château in 1938 and was visited there by Walt Disney.

Château de Saudreville

Saudreville Castle

Villeconin

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Where: Villeconin

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Château de Saudreville stands in Villeconin (Essonne), in the Île-de-France region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 17th century, 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

The château de Saudreville stands in the commune of Villeconin, in the Essonne department, within the historic Hurepoix region. Built in the 17th century at the request of Pierre de Rotrou, it retains from that period its moat crossed by a bridge, its main courtyard and its entrance steps. Together with its two gatehouse pavilions and outbuildings, the estate still reflects the layout of a seigneurial residence. Its more recent history includes the ownership of British actress Madeleine Carroll, who acquired the property in 1938.

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What to know

The château has been listed as a historic monument since 1972, protecting its façades, roofs, moat and old garden.
No verified information on opening hours or admission fees is available.
The building remains a private property, which may limit access to certain areas.
It is located in Villeconin, in the Essonne department, Île-de-France region.

Where this château is

Villeconin · Essonne · Île-de-France

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Address

Château de Saudreville, 1 Rue des Pressoirs, 91580 Villeconin

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PJR91000425
Period of construction: 17th century, 18th century

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Frequently asked

Who built the château de Saudreville?: It was built in the 17th century at the request of Pierre de Rotrou.
Is the château de Saudreville a listed historic monument?: It has been listed as a historic monument since a decree of 5 December 1972.
What can be seen at the château de Saudreville?: The protected features include the façades, roofs, main courtyard with its steps, the moat with its bridge and the old garden.
What is the connection between Madeleine Carroll and the château?: The British actress bought the château in 1938 and was visited there by Walt Disney.