Château de Colombier-le-Vieux

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The Château de Colombier-le-Vieux, also known as the Château de Belle Combe, stands in the commune of Colombier-le-Vieux, in the north of the Ardèche. Its construction began in the 13th century on the initiative of the Belle Combe family, notably Alix de Belle Combe and Arthaud de Montchal, mentioned in 1282, to represent the seigneury of Colombier-le-Vieux. In 1309, Arnaud de Fay became owner of the castle. At the end of the 14th century, the estate passed by marriage to the Joyeuse family and was partly attached to the seigneury of Bozas. The castle was later rebuilt by Claude de Fontgarnaud, who gave it its present appearance. In 1910, the Entressangle brothers (including Victor, a priest) acquired it. It then belonged to Mme Roche, before being purchased by Régis Desbos on 5 September 1997. The building has been listed (inscrit) as a historic monument by decree of 31 May 1927. The Château de Belle Combe now operates as tourist accommodation, offering charming bed-and-breakfast rooms and holiday cottages (gîtes).