Stately American oaks accompany you on both sides through the Guyotdreef in Brasschaat to Castle Mishaegen. Behind the iron gate lies a classicist gem from 1772: a recently and meticulously renovated, exclusive, sustainable castle with all modern comforts. The history of this estate dates back to 1436.
The current owner had a very clear vision for the renovation: high-quality materials, contemporary comfort, and advanced technology, all combined with respect for the castle's centuries-old history. Together with renowned architect Stephane Boens and Rebecca Verstraete Interiors (who also realized the Hospitality Botanic renovation), he transformed this historic property into a modern and unparalleled luxury object. For example, the marble was exclusively handpicked with unparalleled patterns, including a fossil marble that is 400 million years old. Unique "off-market" materials that were purchased through intensive searches are not uncommon. Each room is a separate chapter in a modern fairy tale.
The sensory experience you get when walking through the castle is something that cannot be described in words but must be felt.
The Mishaegen estate is a vast property that includes not only the castle but also adjacent outbuildings from the 19th century, including a coach house, a very extensive concierge's residence, and an orangery.
The fairy tale continues in the garden: the ancient deciduous forest, the beautiful park with its three ponds, and the vegetable garden with its apple, pear, and fig orchards typify the peaceful, rural character of the estate.
Technologically, Castle Mishaegen is an absolute rarity: music resonates through all the rooms via the central Bang & Olufsen audio system. The innovated Basalte home automation system, together with iPad controls, ensures flawless use of, among other things, nine gas fireplaces, voiles on the windows, indoor and outdoor lighting, 45 security cameras, garden irrigation, and air conditioning. The latter are invisibly integrated, as are the speakers, contributing to a serene whole. This technological feat is also continued in the garden: 11 field cabinets with WIFI points for total coverage over the entire estate and seven robotic lawn mowers for continuous automated maintenance. Even the energy score of this castle is unique, with its 113 kWh/m².
Finally, this exceptional property is located on the northeast edge of Antwerp, a stone's throw from Antwerp Airport, HST Brecht, the most beautiful golf clubs in Flanders with Rinkven in 's Gravenwezel and Royal Antwerp Golf Club Kapellen, the Port of Antwerp, and the bustling metropolis of Antwerp, the Fashion and Diamond City.
The castle is sold including the entire custom-made interior design by Rebecca Verstraete Interiors.