An 18th-century country house and its renovated outbuildings surrounded by tree-filled grounds, 40 minutes from Aix-en-Provence in the eastern Luberon
An 18th-century country house and its renovated outbuildings surrounded by tree-filled grounds, 40 minutes from Aix-en-Provence in the eastern Luberon mountains.
In a peaceful residential neighbourhood sparsely scattered with a few dwellings and sheltered from all disturbances, the property enjoys a location straddling two universes with very distinct features: to the east, the Luberon regional natural park, whose international reputation attracts those who appreciate the beauty of its landscapes, while, to the west, a vibrant business hub in the south of the Durance valley is an economic driver for the region, chosen by many highly profitable companies as the location for their headquarters. Only 7 minutes away, the downtown area of the closest town boasts a number of shops, academic establishments - all the way through upper secondary school - recreational facilities, as well as a TER train station to Aix-en-Provence and Marseille. In addition, the Aix-en-Provence high-speed rail station is accessible in 50 minutes, just like the Marseille-Marignane international airport, a 55-minute drive away.
Set back from a small and quiet B road, the property is completely invisible from view. Only a concrete lane gradually reveals its elegant architectural structure, nestled within landscaped grounds and surrounded by approximately 1.5 hectares of farmland. At the end of the lane, a Provencal dwelling, surrounded by grounds planted with a variety of trees, stands behind an ancient Provencal-inspired wrought-iron gate, framed by original stone pillars, proudly marking the property's entrance, which opens onto a cypress-lined drive. As for the 18th-century architectural complex, with an inhabitable floor area of 900 m², it includes an elegantly renovated country house, as well as several outbuildings, today converted into independent accommodations. Carefully and meticulously restored over the years in order to conserve the premises' fundamental character, its original materials - Rognes stone, terracotta floor tiles, ancient doors, wrought-iron details and exposed beam ceilings - were preserved as much as possible. As for the estate's two swimming pools, blending in perfectly with the surrounding environment, they were recently added and enjoy unobstructed views, while an olive orchard with 250 trees yielding satisfactory harvests extends over one hectare and is operated under a land tenancy contract.
The Country HouseWith three storeys and facing east, it blends in elegantly with its wooded and intimate surroundings thanks to its exterior that proudly features the architectural codes specific to Provencal manor houses: a hipped roof topped with ancient tiles, a triple genoise cornice and exposed stone walls. Abutting outbuildings that were once used for agricultural purposes and have now been converted into accommodations, towards the east the dwelling faces immense tree-filled grounds, with a wide swath of perfectly flat lawn scattered with a variety of trees, including multi-century cedars. Below, the first heated swimming pool, 4 x 9 metres, was deftly incorporated into the landscape in 2019, while the property's southern slope contains a flower garden with a vast panorama of the neighbouring fields and the Durance valley. Once past the threshold and throughout the entire edifice, one cannot help but succumb to the subtle harmony resulting from its recent renovations, carried out with care and precision, combined with the preservation of its ancient materials, whereas the country house is also equipped with more modern conveniences such as a reversible air-conditioning system for optimal comfort in any season as well as a fibre-optic connection.
The ground floor
The front door opens onto a large and spacious dining room with a vast floor-to-ceiling height, an original marble fireplace and a ...
