luxury apartment / penthouse with terrace for sale Seine-Port, France

Just 44 km from Paris, between Fontainebleau, Barbizon, and the Senart forest, this exceptional residence is a rare address for lovers of heritage, architecture, and character homes.Built on the heights of an elegant town by the banks of the Seine, on the edge of Essonne and Seine-et-Marne, the property is situated in a privileged environment, between river and forest. Everyday shops and services are accessible on foot, while the stations of Cesson and Melun, located 3.5 km and 10 km away respectively, provide access to Paris-Gare de Lyon.Hidden in the heart of a park of over 5,400 m², almost entirely enclosed by walls, the property reveals a spectacular "affolante" of approximately 375 m² of living space. These elegant holiday homes, which shaped the banks of the Seine during the Belle Époque, were designed as true pleasure houses. This one stands out with a unique architecture dominated by an imposing octagonal tower topped by a belvedere, a true signature of the house.Rebuilt at the turn of the 20th century by a Parisian merchant passionate about art, the residence retains remarkable authenticity today. Its light facade, rhythmically divided by four bays and horizontal bands, is crowned with a slate roof with zinc ridges, jacobine dormers, and roof windows. The tower, once compared by the villagers to that of the Gare de Lyon, gives the whole a silhouette that is instantly recognizable.From the entrance, the house seduces with the generosity of its volumes and the richness of its decor. The ground floor features vast reception areas arranged around an elegant entrance and a débotté, two salons, an office, and a kitchen. The reception rooms form the heart of the residence: generous proportions, beautiful ceiling heights, and natural light create a particularly refined setting for entertaining.The upper floors are dedicated to private life and offer a particularly generous family configuration with six bedrooms, a playroom, a screening room, a dressing room, several bathrooms, and numerous storage spaces. The layout of the house thus allows for both a large family home and a reception venue capable of accommodating family and guests in remarkable comfort.Throughout, the antique elements testify to the quality of the construction and the care given to its preservation: moldings and cornices, worked ceilings and woodwork, colored stained glass, marble fireplaces, Hungarian and English point parquet, and wooden balustrades. Mostly restored and regularly maintained, the residence combines today the intact charm of a historic house with the demands of contemporary comfort.At the top level, the tower opens onto an exceptional belvedere. With more than 3.40 m of ceiling height and large glazed surfaces, this space benefits from spectacular light and a panoramic view of the meanders of the Seine and the forest edges. Formerly an artist's workshop with Japonist inspiration, it retains its continuous balcony and some painted panels. Artist's office, library, workshop, or private lounge: this extraordinary space offers multiple possibilities and is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating places on the property.The park, with an area of over 5,400 m², extends the holiday atmosphere of the house. Sheltered from view, largely wooded and grassy, it offers numerous perspectives and outdoor reception areas. Two wells and an elegant 19th-century greenhouse complement this heritage ensemble.A caretaker's house of approximately 110 m² on the ground, raised over two levels and renovated about fifteen years ago, also adds genuine value to the property.A rare residence, both for its architecture and its history. With its numerous reception rooms, its six bedrooms, generous volumes, preserved decor, and spectacular belvedere, it embodies an elegant and discreet way of life. The vast enclosed park, the immediate proximity to the Seine and forests, and the quick access to Paris, Fontainebleau, and Barbizon make it a particularly unique property.A family and reception house, steeped in history and character, where the elegance of the Belle Époque meets the comfort of a home that is now lived in.Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frInformation and visits available 7 days a week. Agency fees to be paid by the seller. +33610071308This description has been automatically translated from French.