luxury houses for sale Les Baux-de-Provence, France (page 27)

A vast 17th century mansion, its outbuildings and its garden, a stone's throw from a medieval royal castle, at the gateway to the Camargue. Neither listed nor classified, this imposing mansion is a miraculous survivor of the Second World War. During the Liberation battles in Provence, because of its strategic position on the banks of the Rhône, Tarascon was badly hit by Allied air raids and a fifth of its surface area was destroyed. The entire section of the town between the railway station and the bridge over the Rhône was razed to the ground. The “Cours National” - pronounced 'course” by locals - developed in 1862 in the Provençal tradition as a vast space for leisure, socialising and shopping, was not spared. Rumour has it that in the 18th century, the untouched mansion housed members of the family of the explorer and naval officer Jean-François de Lapérouse, earning it for a time the nickname 'Hôtel de Lapérouse'. However, this story has never been documented. Apparently, the name of the family who originally built this edifice has been lost forever in the arcane of Provençal history. The mansion was probably sold as national property to local merchants during the French Revolution; these and others who followed ran it as a commercial and residential rental building with shops on the ground floor throughout the 19th century and the first half of the 20th. Today, the ground floor houses business premises which have replaced the reception rooms of the past. The outbuildings served as a coaching inn for the Vallabrègues stagecoach between the 17th and 19th centuries. They have been converted into various premises, flats, a garage and a warehouse flat which extends under the perfectly restored vaulted ceiling of the former stables. The building complex - mansion and extensions - has five independent entrances opening onto the courtyard and a small perpendicular street, taking up its corner and a good part of its length.

A 19th-century town house to be renovated with a floor area of 280m², a patio garden and a terrace, nestled between the cities of Arles and Avignon in southern France. The dwelling is tucked away in the Saint-Nicolas district of Tarascon. It is a typical example of a traditional Provençal town house. Several generations of local merchants lived in this dwelling for a whole century. The house was probably built not long after the French Revolution at a time when a merchant class was starting to thrive, gaining wealth from famous fairs and markets in the local region. The facade has been entirely restored with old-style rendering on the ground floor. An even pattern of limestone blocks with pointing is left exposed on the first and second floors. Like most houses in this historical district of Tarascon, the dwelling was built with Fontvieille limestone on the remains of pre-existing Roman and medieval constructions. Inside, the edifice has kept several original decorative features from the Middle Ages, including an even bond of stonework in the load-bearing walls, strong arched lintels above doors and intriguing vaulted passages. Outside, on the street, the house proudly displays its large, thick shutters. These shutters, made of wood and painted, are typical of the Arlesian style and they characterise Provence’s age-old craftsmanship. The shutter above the main entrance has kept its little hatch, or spy hole, which would be looked through, without the observer being noticed, to see who was knocking at the door when all the shutters were closed. The house is nestled on a calm pedestrian street in the town centre. This road is an integral part of a symmetrical layout that offers a harmonious urban view: your gaze is drawn to a baroque theatre in a former chapel of the Order of Preachers and a small square beside it. Both were recently restored masterfully. Fine town houses stand along the main street that runs past the theatre and the square. The flagship site of a well-known firm of Provençal fabrics also lies on a nearby street. Tarascon is this firm’s historical birthplace. The dwelling’s roof of old red barrel tiles has been restored. Much of the interior needs to be renovated.

A 17th-century convent building converted into a house with courtyard garden, swimming pool, independent studio flat and panoramic views in Tarascon. The house is in the immediate vicinity of one of the city's most emblematic religious monuments: the “Chapelle de la Persévérance”. The facade of this place of worship is an iconic example of Baroque architecture, with its segmental arch portal, framed by two pilasters with Ionic capitals featuring garlands of flowers and an entablature with a three-sided architrave, frieze and modillion cornice. The house and its outbuildings, directly abutting the chapel, leave little doubt as to its original use as a convent. Indeed, the house still bears some traces of its original vocation, in particular the decorative motifs of the ground floor vaults. Founded in 1677 as a home for 'girls of ill repute', the chapel and its associated establishment were entrusted to the care of the Sisters of Notre-Dame du Refuge. Like most establishments of this type, created under the royal “in commendam” system, this umpteenth 'convent for repentant girls' was a resounding moral failure and soon became a notorious 'place of perdition'. It took barely half a century for it to evolve from a convent to a brothel. So much so, in fact, that this highly conspicuous place was forced to close by royal decree on the accession of Louis XVI in 1774, a good fifteen years before the Revolution. In 1803, under the First Empire, the modest convent buildings were sold as national property destined to be used as stables. Some of these buildings remain part of the present-day property. As for the chapel, it was used for the catechism known as 'perseverance', an in-depth teaching of the scriptures that children used to follow after their solemn communion - a history to which its current name bears witness. Today, contemporary art exhibitions are held here throughout the year, providing a rare opportunity to visit the church and admire its rich Baroque decor.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

A small eighteenth-century town house with a patio, nestled on a calm, elegant street in the heart of the old Provençal town of Tarascon. From the fifteenth century, the prosperity of Tarascon drew many families: aristocrats as much as merchants and upper middle classes. Clergymen also came. These newcomers built grand private houses: they were keen to leave their mark on the town. The town houses of Tarascon often display rich architectural embellishments in the style of Provençal Mannerism, which dominated in the seventeenth century. But some of these town houses were also plain and small. Since the Middle Ages, town houses have been defined as simply urban dwellings occupied by single owners, so their size does not really determine their category. It was mainly from the eighteenth century onwards that small town houses – those with a floor area of less than 300m² – were built along commercial streets within Tarascon itself, where they were sheltered from the cold mistral wind of winter and from the hot sun of summer. They were made for wealthy merchants rather than for nobility and their style differs to that of grand, sumptuous palaces. The bombings of the Second World War damaged Tarascon but left almost all these old town houses intact: these historical dwellings were not close to the town’s strategic rail line, nor to the bridge across the River Rhône. These homes were often built upon ruins from the Middle Ages or antiquity and they all adopted a similar layout. Moreover, they are all made of the same fine materials: old monk-and-nun tiling, large tiles of grey Barbentane stone, wrought-iron window railings and walls made of limestone from the quarries of Les Baux-de-Provence and Fontvieille. Furthermore, they often reused fragments of column shafts from antiquity. Indeed, reuse of materials from the old remains upon which they were built is a constant feature among them.

An 18th-century country house of 600 m², with natural swimming pool, park and 19-hectare olive-growing estate, 15 minutes from Avignon TGV station. This is a bastide with a history that is not easily unveiled. Its Provence name, which means 'to preserve and respect', may well refer to a Masonic practice that existed in 18th-century lodges but has since disappeared. And it was precisely at this time that the bastide was built, probably on top of pre-existing medieval foundations. A symbol in the centre of the park's majestic wrought-iron entrance gate adds to the mystery: a hexagram, or 'Star of David', suggests that the estate may have belonged to a Jewish banker in the service of the Avignon papacy. However, there are no official records to support this hypothesis, which has become a local legend. It should be remembered that the hexagram is a decorative figure found in Christian, Hindu, Japanese and pre-Islamic Arab architectural symbolism; the six branches of the star representing the six days of work, with the seventh day, the day of rest, in the hollowed-out centre of the geometry. The residence, surrounded by around 4 hectares of wooded parklands, is situated at the south-east end of a 15-hectare olive grove, criss-crossed by chequered tracks. Some of the earth paths run alongside one of the high dykes protecting the property from the Rhone River, which provides the entire estate with a much-envied wealth of silt and a constant supply of water. The bastide, at once an aristocratic residence and a farmhouse, displays all the distinctive features of its particular architectural style. As the construction of such a complex always takes time, the square, affluent 18th-century buildings were extended at the beginning of the 19th century by two lower adjoining buildings. Not far away, a single-storey outbuilding dating from the late 19th century, used as a caretaker's lodge, ensures from a distance that the peace and quiet of the bastide, a true 'manor house' surrounded by its estate, is preserved.

A 17th century fortified farmhouse with its dovecote and convertible outbuildings between the Alpilles and the Camargue, in need of renovation. The date 1633, engraved in the stone above the entrance porch, could be misleading: the ancient rampart wall of stone from the Fontvieille quarries with its exposed corbels probably goes back much further. An iron gateway has been installed behind the heavy oak entrance doors. Two old barns, one of which was probably an oratory, frame the main building, which faces north-east/south-west. On the outer walls of the fortified building, animal ex-votos are carved into the limestone, bearing witness to the golden age of the local bullfighting traditions called 'bouvine”, under the impetus of the 'gentleman-guardian' Folco de Baroncelli. In the former hayloft, the pinkish-coloured Douglas fir beams support a fully restored monk-and-nun tile roof. The eaves feature a corbelled overhang ending in a traditional three-row frieze. A few openings protected by single-leaf shutters brighten up the main building. A dovecote topped by a four-sided roof set in the corner of the perimeter wall reflects the aristocratic status of the family that erected the estate and lived here for several centuries.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

A completely restored late 18th-century tonwhouse with its three connecting enclosed courtyards in Tarascon. 'To live happily, live hidden' was the motto of the many famous people who have taken refuge behind the thick walls of the Tarascon houses. These discreet and silent houses are hidden behind medieval street corners, in little courtyards, under the shade of a church or a cluster of laurel trees. As soon as their doors are pushed open, they open onto lush gardens or refreshing landscaped courtyards. Next to all sizes of mansions, from the most sophisticated to the most discreet, alongside former convents, and the solid showy buildings built by rich merchants under the vast Renaissance porticoes, also to be found are surprisingly the more modest dwellings of fishermen with their indescribable charm that have recently aroused a great deal of interest. That is certainly the case for this unassuming house. Like many others in the area, it was built at the end of the 18th century for fishermen who depended on the Rhône as their source of food. Built in stone from the Boulbon and Fontvieille quarries or in blocks salvaged from Roman monuments and rendered in a pale colour, these small dwellings are generally two storeys high. Their facades have generous windows, with one on either side of the front door and two upstairs. Provided they receive loving attention, they offer unsuspected possibilities, with their multiple patios, interconnecting courtyards and beautiful old materials.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

Located within walking distance from the village, in a very quiet environment, house on one level built on a 51 700 sqft land, enjoying a beautiful view on the Alpilles. It comprises a bright living room with lounge, dining area, open kitchen and four bedrooms. The enclosed garden, planted with olive trees and Mediterranean species includes a swimming pool that blends into the landscape and a petanque court for enjoying moments of relaxation in Provence. Agency fees payable by vendor - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 1530€ ~ 2120€ - Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr - Séverine FABRE - Agent commercial - EI - RSAC 524 066 180

In the tranquillity of the Eygalières countryside, yet close to the village centre, this property has many facets and offers great potential. Currently comprising a main house of approx. 240 m² and a separate guest house / guardians’ accommodation of approx. 50 m² the property can be either updated while retaining its Provençal style, or it can be developed thanks to a permit to extend that has already been approved, which will lend contemporary lines. The project, once completed, would increase the total living space up to 440 m², using the existing 56 m² double garage among other elements. Set within a large plot of around 7,400 m² the exterior also offers scope for landscaping and currently features several terraces, some being covered for shade, and an 8x15m swimming pool. Absolute peace and quiet and a great location.

Charming Provençal style house a stone's throw from the village center. With its 210 m² of living space nestled on a generous plot of 2000 m², this house will seduce you with its cathedral living room with fireplace, opening onto a kitchen with its pantry. A staircase leads to a sleeping area with 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms. Passing in front of an office we take a patio with a glass roof to reach a small house, consisting of a living room with its kitchen and bathroom and a bedroom upstairs. Outside, a landscaped Mediterranean garden highlights a 6x12m heated swimming pool and its pool house with a summer kitchen and a shower room and toilet. In addition, we have a garage and a carport. For your comfort, the house is fully equipped with underfloor cooling and heating, additional air conditioners in the bedrooms. The information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisks website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Sole Agent. This near 700 sqm property set in a 5800 sqm plot with a swimming pool is in an idyllic setting and commands a view of the Alpilles mountain range. Offering multiple options, the ensemble has enormous potential and the 3D images may give some idea of a project that could be achieved. A more detailed file showing the property as it is in its current state and a potential project is available. The property is in a prime location near the Alpilles Nature Park, and Eygalières is an authentic and sought-after village. A unique opportunity to create a dream home in a superb location.

Situated in the heart of the countryside, in a most peaceful setting this lovely, fully renovated 18th century farmhouse offers approx. 180 m² of living space. On the ground floor, access is via a large lounge/library that opens onto a beautiful dining room (with a compact wine cellar in the basement), all rooms benefitting from large windows that look out onto the garden. The dining room opens onto the spacious kitchen with its natural skylight and charming views over the surrounding countryside. The farmhouse also has a back door entrance, a guest WC, a pantry, a laundry room and plenty of storage space. The first floor is accessed from the dining room via a wooden staircase. There are four air-conditioned bedrooms, a bathroom with plenty of storage space, a separate WC and a family shower room, whilst the corridor leading to the upstairs rooms has been converted into a library. Three of the four bedrooms face south and offer superb views over the tranquil countryside. The farmhouse is surrounded by approx. 1.1 ha (4.5 acres) of land, 7,000 m² of which is enclosed. Outbuildings: The property has a useful 41 m² awning and a large garage for one car (with automatic door). Poolside: A pool house with barbecue, pizza oven and two plant rooms. This relaxing area around the pool also has a charming bedroom with a shower room and toilet, and a generously sized terrace for sunbathing surrounds the 13 x 6 m swimming pool. Oodles of charm and tranquillity emanate from this rare-to-find property that is ideally located, between the popular village of Maussane les Alpilles and the Roman town of Arles.

Located in a quiet area of ​​Eygalieres, this house of approximately 167 sq m offers on the ground floor three bedrooms, each equipped with a shower room and toilet, a living room with fireplace, laundry room and an open kitchen in the dining room. On the 1st floor a beautiful suite with its walk-in closet and bathroom. On a plot of land of 2,000 sq m with many plants typical of the region (cypresses, olive trees, oleander and lavender), a 12 x 5 m swimming pool with salt-filtration and its pool house. Ref. V01979

Provence Home, the real estate agency of Luberon, is offering for sale, near the Alpilles, a farmhouse and its outbuilding, completely renovated while preserving its charm and authenticity with high-end finishes and materials. SURROUNDINGS OF THE PROPERTY The property is located in the heart of the village of Molleges, close to all shops and amenities. This renowned village, nestled in the heart of the Alpilles, is a place of attraction, bustling all year round. EXTERIORS OF THE PROPERTY This property, consisting of 2 buildings, will seduce you with its volumes and its interior courtyard. Once the gate is crossed, you will discover the meticulously maintained and landscaped courtyard. You will be immediately captivated by the privacy offered by the charm of the exteriors. Featuring a 2x3.5 meter pool, you can cool off during hot summer days. You can also enjoy various relaxation areas, such as the terrace along the house and its kitchen lean-to which will welcome your meals. In the heart of the village of Mollégès, you can enjoy a small haven of peace and serenity. INTERIORS OF THE PROPERTY The main building, with a living area of ??approximately 166 sqm, consists of a fully equipped kitchen and its utility room, followed by a large living room with a beautiful stone fireplace and a guest toilet. Continuing your visit, upstairs, you will find the sleeping area consisting of three beautiful, bright bedrooms, each with its own bathroom with toilet and private closets. The second building offers a welcoming guest house. On the ground floor, you will find a spacious kitchen open to its living room, extending in length. And upstairs, you will finally find two bedrooms sharing a bathroom and toilet. This property proves to be a perfect choice for a family wishing to also capitalize on the adjacent guest house through seasonal rentals. PROPERTY FEATURES Electric underfloor heating Reversible air conditioning Mains drainage Double glazing Approximately 80sqm terrace 3.5*2 meter pool City water supply Automatic gate Intercom/Video phone Optical fiber ACCESS Close to the city center of Mollégès, 30 minutes from the Avignon TGV station, and 40 minutes from Marseille Provence International Airport. PROVENCE-HOME, luxury estate for sale in the Luberon +33 (0)4 90 74 54 47 – [email protected]

Large house for renovation in the town of Eygalières. It has a total area of 460 m^2 and consists of 2 buildings: a main house and a caretaker's house. Everything is in good condition as this house was built and has been lived in by the same owner until today. A permit to modify it and update it to more modern tastes has been accepted (plans available on request). The property is on a quiet 7400 m^2 lot with no overlooking neighbors and is located at the end of a small path. There is a large swimming pool.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.