luxury real estate for sale Mormant, France

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Located just 5' from Nangis, 35' from Fontainebleau, and 45' from Paris via the A5 motorway, this equestrian property will charm you with the quality of its facilities and its functional character. With over 1700 m² of covered area, whose roofs were completely redone in 2021, it offers more than 30 boxes to accommodate your horses. It also includes a laboratory for practicing artificial insemination.The land extends over more than 5 hectares fully enclosed, including a covered fiber surface arena of 40 x 20 m, an outdoor riding arena of 80 x 45 m, a round pen, as well as numerous paddocks and grazing areas. This character property, dating from the 1900s, is perfect for a professional wanting their own competition stable or for an amateur wishing to practice their sport in optimal conditions.The living area consists of a very comfortable house, fully renovated in 2021, with an area of approximately 230 m² containing 5 bedrooms, bathrooms, and shower rooms, as well as an independent accommodation for a groom. One-third of the buildings remains to be transformed, offering ideal redevelopment potential for additional housing, guest rooms, or offices and meeting rooms.For more information, call us at 01 84 19 04 19, available 24/7.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In Seine-et-Marne, behind an asymmetrical facade, an atypical artists' home, with exotic scents. From the street, a pedestrian door opens onto an inner courtyard abounding in plants and greenery. From the entrance, one discovers a small and yet lush outdoor space designed for eating, reading and relaxing. Surrounded by the house and a perimeter wall, not a sound can be heard. The solid lodging, which resembles a simple village house, stands in the corner.

Located between Vaux-le-Vicomte and Nangis, just one hour from the gates of Paris and bordering a vast forest, this charming estate comprises a former hunting lodge and a traditional longhouse, offering a total living area of approximately 650 sqm, set within 2 hectares of landscaped parkland. The 19th-century former hunting lodge, serving as the main residence, offers 317 sqm of living space over two levels and includes: On the ground floor: a spacious, light-filled reception room with dual aspect and fireplace, a family kitchen with dining area, and a bedroom with its own full bathroom. Upstairs: a mezzanine arranged as a study/library leading to two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large family room. A small vaulted cellar, accessible from the outside, completes the property. The longhouse provides an additional 266 sqm of living space and features a living room with fireplace, an open-plan kitchen and dining room, six bedrooms, two bathrooms and two shower rooms. It also includes a self-contained 70 sqm guest house comprising a living room, a kitchen with dining area, two bedrooms and a shower room. Additional amenities include an attic, a garage and a workshop. The grounds form a true green haven, with expansive lawns, mature trees and flowering gardens. They are enhanced by a turret, a greenhouse, a vegetable garden, a former kennel with 16 stalls, and a barn. Set within a peaceful and preserved environment, this character property has been meticulously maintained and offers a harmonious lifestyle combining authenticity, comfort and nature. The estate is equally suited as an exceptional family residence or for a hospitality venture such as a guest house or holiday cottage business. Ideally located at the crossroads of some of the region’s most remarkable heritage and natural sites, the property lies just 20 minutes from Vaux-le-Vicomte Château and 30 minutes from the medieval town of Provins and the renowned Fontainebleau Forest, offering a wide range of cultural, sporting and outdoor activities. This property is presented by Marie de Saint Périer – Commercial Agent (EI) – +33 (0)6 60 62 05 03. Agency fees are payable by the seller. Information regarding potential risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

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From Courtyard to Garden invites you to discover, exclusively, a true gem nestled in the heart of a charming and characterful village. This stunning 268 m² Briarde house, fully renovated with taste and care, seamlessly blends the charm of the old with refined and modern comforts. From the moment you step inside, the enchantment begins. Behind its stone walls, a light-filled interior opens up, highlighted by an impressive 85 m² cathedral-style living room that radiates warmth and conviviality. A crackling wood-burning stove adds to the cozy ambiance, while the fully fitted and equipped kitchen invites you to share delicious moments. Every detail here reflects a lifestyle rooted in harmony and elegance. Also on this level: a spacious hallway leads you to a shower room, utility room, refrigerated wine cellar, and a large bedroom accessible via a staircase. Upstairs, generous volumes unfold: a master suite with walk-in closet, bathroom, and shower, plus two additional comfortable bedrooms, a study or playroom area, a second shower room, and a laundry room. The layout has been thoughtfully designed to balance privacy and functionality, creating a warm and welcoming family haven. Outside, the landscaped and fully enclosed 4,310 m² garden offers a bucolic and serene setting. Centuries-old trees overlook a poetic pond, a shaded terrace with built-in barbecue promises leisurely summer meals, and the covered heated swimming pool invites year-round relaxation. An old well, a vegetable garden, a double garage with mezzanine, a garden chalet, and a wood shed complete this idyllic picture. For your comfort: underfloor heating, air-to-water heat pump, air conditioning in all bedrooms, double glazing, video intercom, motorized gate… All the benefits of modern living while respecting the soul of the place. The property is connected to mains drainage and has fiber-optic internet. Ideally located just 15 minutes from two SNCF train stations (Marles-en-Brie – Paris Est and Tournan-en-Brie – RER E), 30 minutes from Coulommiers, and close to the A4 and N4 motorways, this home offers a rare balance between rural tranquility and urban accessibility. Nursery and primary schools are available in the village, with school transport to middle and high schools in Rosay-en-Brie, and direct bus lines to the RER A. Whether you’re looking for a family home, a second residence, or a place of inspiration, this exceptional property invites you to slow down, breathe, and embrace a lifestyle where each season holds its own promises. Energy Rating (DPE): D (213 kWhEP/m².year) Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GES): B (6 kg CO₂/m².year) Estimated annual energy costs: Between €3,240 and €4,450 (based on 2021 index) Risk information: www.georisques.gouv.fr Contact Corine Stoubenfol for a private viewing: +33 (0)6 07 69 94 33 [email protected]

In the heart of the unspoiled village of Moisenay, just a stone's throw from the majestic Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, this former hay barn has been beautifully renovated into a superb 191 sq m (2,047 sq ft) family home. Skillfully blending the raw charm of its history with modern comforts, it nestles on a 1,070 sq m (10,918 sq ft) wooded plot, a true haven of peace and privacy. From the moment you enter, the tone is set. The rooms open generously onto a stunning, light-filled living area, where the spacious living room and dining room flow seamlessly together, creating a space for shared moments of conviviality. Adjoining this is the high-end eat-in kitchen, which invites sharing and blurs the lines between indoors and outdoors with its large windows. These windows lead to a magnificent wooden terrace designed as a natural extension of the house. This outdoor space features an intimate swimming pool, watched over by a majestic olive tree that lends a gentle Mediterranean touch to this enclosed, wooded garden. The sleeping area, ideal for a fulfilling family life, currently comprises four beautiful bedrooms and offers the potential to create a fifth to suit your needs, whether as a home office or a playroom. A contemporary shower room and a separate bathroom harmoniously complete this floor. Beyond its attractive lines, this decidedly modern property incorporates top-of-the-range technical features, such as its heat pump heating system and electric vehicle charging station. The garden also conceals significant potential for development with the possibility of creating an outbuilding, ideal for an artist's studio, a professional practice, or a guest house. Combining the absolute tranquility of a charming village with the quick access to the A5 motorway, this unique property awaits its future guests seeking authenticity and a relaxed lifestyle. ENERGY RATING: B / CLIMATE RATING: A. Annual energy costs for standard use, based on indexed energy prices for 2021, 2022, and 2023 (including subscription), range from EUR1,570 to EUR2,180 per year. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Detailed file on request. This exceptional ensemble hidden from view in about 10 hectares of walled and perfectly maintained parkland with a heated swimming pool includes a near 350 sqm main manor house, a near 270 sqm annex house to renovate, an orangery and a near 90 sqm caretaker’s lodge. The property also benefits from about 68 hectares of forest.

RARE In the heart of the village, charming town house over 3 levels of approximately 93 m² Distribution of rooms and original configuration Energy performance certificate in 'C'! LOW CHARGES? GROUND FLOOR: Sheltered terrace with a storage space. Entrance to a large room with dining area and equipped kitchen. Separate WC. Staircase to 1st floor FIRST FLOOR: Landing/hallway, living room with pellet stove, shower room/WC, cupboard, 2 bedrooms. Staircase to 2nd floor SECOND FLOOR: Landing, 2 bedrooms Numerous public parking spaces outside, free of charge. 100% electric heating, 300-liter hot water tank, pellet stove, wall insulation, and double-glazed openings. Property tax 2025: Property subject to co-ownership consisting of 2 main lots. This announcement concerns 1 main lot. CHARGE: annual building liability insurance The property is not subject to any ongoing proceedings. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

This offer, offered as an exclusive mandate, is primarily aimed at real estate professionals: property dealers, developers, investors or builders of individual homes. Presentation of the property Located 8 km from Melun, in the heart of a sought-after village, La Ferme du Château constitutes a characterful real estate complex, free of any occupation. Organized around a square courtyard typically from Briard, this architectural ensemble bears witness to the local agricultural heritage and offers remarkable volumes to be exploited. * Main house of approximately 268m² on two levels * Convertible attic 137.75 m² Total floor space (living space, excluded and less than 1.8m): 432.86 m² * Numerous outbuildings and agricultural buildings Please note: a shed with independent access, located on the outskirts, remains for agricultural use and is not included in the sale. Development potential A development project is currently being considered in conjunction with the municipality, aiming to support the transformation of the site: * Creation of around 20 housing units (apartments) *Provision of 2 parking spaces per accommodation * Construction of 3 individual houses within the enclosure * 2 parking spaces per house This project is part of a municipal desire to requalify the site, with an orientation towards classification as an urban area to be densified. A strategic asset * Sought after location in the immediate vicinity of Melun * Qualitative living environment, between rural charm and accessibility * Strong potential for value creation in a sector under pressure Conditions of transfer * Single lot sale * File intended for professional buyers only * Feasibility study and support possible Our analysis about this exclusivity. A rare property combining land, architectural character and transformation potential, ideal for a highly profitable promotion or asset division operation. DPE and mandatory diagnostics carried out April 9, 2026. Although the residential house is to be completely redesigned as part of this project, it is possible to create 2 of the 20 apartments. Sale price: 1,020,000 Euros H.A.I (Seller fees included.) Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the site: Georisks: https://www.georisks.gouv.fr

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Event domain in operation. Less than 1 hour from Paris, in a rural environment... An old farmhouse from the 17th century transformed into a large-capacity event domain. It has been fully renovated while preserving the authenticity of its ancestral style, made of beams and exposed stones. It offers 3 reception rooms organized into 2 large separate reception areas, with an adjoining covered section and garden. With 5 gîtes and 5 guest rooms, it has about twenty rooms. Possibility of extension in the attic of the main gîte. Professional kitchens on site. Handicap standards. Outside, paved courtyard, gardens, and very large illuminated and closed parking. The price includes the premises and the commercial activity. Train and highway access nearby. In summary, a turnkey operational location for an optimal event project.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Discreetly nestled in the heart of a picturesque village in Seine-et-Marne, near the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, just one hour from Paris, within an unspoiled and bucolic setting, this 18th-century manor, recognised as a ‘Remarkable Heritage’ property, together with its outbuildings, is set within more than 1.2 acres of grounds, entirely sheltered from view. From the street, the façade, the walls and the large solid electric gates form a protective barrier, revealing nothing of the residence’s distinguished history. Built in 1749, the manor has retained all the hallmarks of 18th-century classical architecture: restrained lines, symmetry, harmonious proportions, enfilade reception rooms, Versailles parquet flooring, antique terracotta tiles, cabochon stone flooring, period fireplaces and woodwork, oeil-de-bœuf windows, panelling and mouldings, all contributing to its irresistible charm. The authenticity and spirit of the property have been perfectly preserved, while benefiting from the modern enhancements introduced by its previous owners, emblematic figures of luxury, elegance and refinement. First came Karl Lagerfeld. The celebrated Chanel designer, an art lover and connoisseur of exceptional residences, immediately recognised the rarity of this property, offering both proximity to Paris and the peace and escape of the Brie countryside. He imbued the house with his distinctive taste, introducing discreet yet luxurious comfort suited to a place designed equally for living, working and relaxation, combining modernity and authenticity down to the finest detail. The leading models of the era came here to pose for him within this exceptional setting. He was succeeded by his friend Princess Caroline of Monaco and her husband, the Prince of Hanover, who lived here for several years with their children, drawn by the property’s privacy and by the quality of life offered by the village and its many amenities. The manor offers approximately 4,845sqm. of living space over three levels served by two staircases. On the ground floor, the reception rooms arranged in enfilade, with numerous large windows, open southwards onto the vast lawn of the beautifully landscaped garden, where a swimming pool could be added. A corner drawing room, dining room, English bar, billiard room and study create warm and elegant living spaces. The fully fitted bespoke kitchen connects to a service entrance and extends into technical areas including a laundry room and cold room. The first floor comprises four suites, each with a bedroom, dressing room or extensive storage and a marble bathroom. The second floor, which is air-conditioned, accommodates three additional bedrooms with bathrooms, as well as a large office/dormitory space. On the lower ground floor, a vaulted wine cellar, maintained in optimal conditions, is ideal for the storage and tasting of wines. The property also includes an independent house of approximately 1,720sqm. arranged over two levels, each with its own independent access. Currently arranged as two separate apartments, it is designed in a way that also allows for conversion into a single house. It notably features on the first floor a vast light-filled room with mezzanine and a large glass façade, suitable for a spacious contemporary living room, a generous office, or artist’s studio. The final outbuilding is a bucolic single-storey caretaker’s house of approximately 540sqm. A charming paved courtyard includes three covered parking areas accommodating around ten vehicles. The characteristics of this property make it a truly rare prestige estate. Its many qualities offer a range of possibilities, whether as a primary or secondary residence, representative offices, or the development of a high-end hospitality activity.

Exclusive. This 19th-century mansion, just 45 minutes from Paris and near the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, is nestled in the heart of a well-preserved historic village, ideally situated away from prying eyes. This estate, which embodies the French art of living, consists of three buildings: a mansion, outbuildings, and a cottage. The Mansion: An Architectural Masterpiece. A building that captivates with the elegance of its lines, the entrance reveals an imposing two-story Victorian-style veranda. Bathed in light, it features a double stone staircase leading to a vast terrace opening onto the grounds. With over 500 m² of living space spread across four levels, the main residence offers spectacularly spacious rooms adorned with preserved period materials. The Garden Level: A space for entertaining and socializing, it features a dining room, a living room, a kitchen with a dining area and a pantry, and a wine cellar. Complemented by the Main Ground Floor: It features a through-entrance hall, a winter lounge, two reception rooms, and a library. This area opens directly onto the light-filled veranda. First Floor: The sleeping area features two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a cozy living room. The bedrooms open directly onto two terraces overlooking the park. Second Floor: This area is dedicated to guests and children and includes three bedrooms, a bathroom, a shower room, and a walk-in closet. The Outbuildings: Originally stables, this structure consists of two symmetrical wings connected by a porch and houses two garages for five vehicles, workshops, living rooms, bedrooms with bathrooms, and kitchens. The upper floor opens onto a monumental 150 m² reception hall, extended by two private living rooms, several bedrooms, and bathrooms. This space is ideal for an art collection, luxury cars, or a high-end event or hospitality business. The Cottage comprises three buildings: The guest house or caretaker’s house, which consists of a double living room, a kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a private terrace. The Artist’s Studio, with its glass-enclosed metal dome and striking structure, which houses a former greenhouse. The Orangery, a building full of character, features two spacious rooms on one level adorned with large vertical windows. The park, a true oasis, is a lush green haven. Once you pass through the large automated wrought-iron gate, the atmosphere is exceptionally calm and captivatingly serene. Entirely enclosed by walls for absolute privacy, the 3.3-hectare park is a veritable private arboretum home to more than fifty rare tree species from all over the world. This green paradise is enhanced by exclusive amenities: two water features, a monumental 180 m² Belle Époque-style metal aviary topped with zinc pagoda roofs, a heated swimming pool sheltered from view with its own pool house, a tennis court, a period gazebo, and several pergolas. Its 19th-century architectural elegance, the beauty of its grounds, and the vastness of its outbuildings make this an exceptional estate—ideal for a family home or a prestigious development project—less than an hour from Paris. This property is being offered for sale via an interactive ascending auction through Drouot-propriétés.com. Starting price reminder: 2,300,000 euros (including agency fees) The auction is scheduled for SATURDAY, October 24 th, 2026, at 01:00 p.m. Participation in the interactive auction is subject to prior approval.

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77133 MACHAULT – CHARMING RENOVATED HOUSE WITH CHARACTER – 9-ROOM HOUSE OF 260 M² - 7 BEDROOMS INCLUDING A STUDIO AND 4 WATER ROOMSefficity, the agency that estimates your property online, offers you this beautiful family house, warm, functional, and pleasant to live in, spread over 3 levels of approximately 228 m² of living space and 260 m² on the ground plus 59 m² of usable area (garage, cellar, shed, boiler room, and laundry) on a closed plot of 286 m² without vis-à-vis. It consists of an entrance with cement tiles, then a BEAUTIFUL BRIGHT LIVING ROOM (beams and fireplaces) of 55 m² with a FURNISHED and EQUIPPED kitchen with a central island for a dining area overlooking the charming garden. Also on the ground floor, a MASTER SUITE with a dressing room, coffee area, shower room, and separate toilets.Upstairs, there are 3 BEDROOMS, a shower room with double sink and separate toilets as well as another MASTER SUITE with storage, shower room, and separate toilets. A large OFFICE or a bedroom with water point and a beautiful STUDIO with kitchenette and shower room/toilets complete the whole.This house also has a garden shed, a TERRACE with an ABOVE-GROUND POOL, a vaulted CELLAR, a converted GARAGE, a boiler room, and a laundry room as well as 2 parking spaces within the grounds. Good energy performance: C.NEAR EVERYTHING, a train station 10 minutes away with direct access to Paris in 41 minutes, local shops (bakery/pastry shop, grocery/fruit shop, bar-brasserie-tobacconist, home hairdresser, pizza truck, mobile creperie, nursery, industrial zone), market gardener and stud farm (coming soon), A5, daycare, schools (good level) with school meals plus school transport (Vulaines, Avon, and Fontainebleau): college Arnaud Beltrame in Vulaines-sur-Seine and high school François Ier in Fontainebleau. Located 13 km from Fontainebleau, 17 km from Montereau and 22 km from Melun.Dynamic community with many activities, sports field (football, basketball, skateboarding, and tennis) and fiber optic internet. Note, this is a charming house with careful decoration; numerous renovation works have been carried out. End of exploitables ATTICS for additional development.This house is a must-see! Information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisque website: georisques.gouv.frClaire des Diguères - EI - is a Commercial Agent mandataire in real estate, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents of the Commercial Court of Melun under number 750834855. Headquarters of the principal: effiCity, 48 avenue de Villiers - 75017 PARIS - Simplified Joint Stock Company, capital of 132,373.05 euros, registered with the Paris RCS 497 617 746 and holder of the professional card CPI 7501 2015 000 002 025 - CCI Paris IDF - Guarantee Fund: GALIAN Assurances 89 rue de la Boétie 75008 ParisThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Near Tournan en Brie (77220) - Set in the woodlands of the Brie region between Paris and Coulommiers - Video and virtual tours on request - Sumptuous 19th century property, magnificently restored, renovated and modernised while retaining its period features, with guest house (2 bedrooms), caretaker's house, party pavilion, greenhouse, ponds with grotto and large heated indoor swimming pool. This property in pristine condition is set in 5 acres of parkland adorned with majestic century-old trees. Built over three floors, plus converted attic space and a full basement, the main house - of approx. 530 m² (5,700 ft²) - encompasses 14 rooms including 9 bedrooms arranged as follows: ° Ground Floor : Entrance hallway leading to a vast living room of 70m² (750 ft²), the main staircase leading to the upper floors, a reception area with a fireplace, the dining room with French windows opening onto the winter garden, the separate and fully equipped kitchen also with independent access and a small dining room next to it. Antique parquet flooring in all the rooms, mouldings, fireplaces, numerous built-in storage cupboards. ° First floor : Two staircases lead to the first floor, a circular corridor leads to the various bedrooms (4 to 6) with lovely park views, bathroom and shower room. ° Second floor : Also served by a circular corridor, 5 rooms / bedrooms are arranged around the four sides of the building. Bathroom and shower room. ° Top floor : Large single space of 145 m² (1,560 ft²), completely renovated and fitted out, usable for a fitness room, a large office/library, a movie lounge... In the vaulted basement, facilities have been fitted: a laundry room, a shower room, a technical room with a new gas boiler, many storage spaces and a wine cellar. Adjacent to the main house is a charming guest house, completely renovated, with a large living room with an open kitchen on the ground floor, a beautiful shower room and two bedrooms on the first floor. Also a few steps away, a separate party pavilion (70m² / 750 ft²) bathed in light with high ceilings is a large multi-purpose space next to an 11m long greenhouse. The entirely enclosed park has beautiful century-old trees, a sunken pond with a grotto and two other ponds. The access to the property is by a remote-controlled metal gate with separate pedestrian entrance on the side. Ideal for family use, it is also possible to carry out a liberal activity. 4 to 5 cars or more can easily be parked inside. 1 hour from Paris (47 kms) by car or 41' by train to the Gare de l'Est or via RER E from Tournan en Brie not far away. All shops and school are a few steps away. Main house - surface areas : Ground Floor : - Entrance hall : 15m² - Reception room : 54m² - Kitchen : 29m² - Office : 13m² - Winter garden : 36m² 1st floor : - Landing: 19m² - Master bedroom : 27m² - Bedroom 1 : 18m² - Bedroom 2 : 20m² - Bedroom 3 : 21m² - Bathroom : 8m² - Shower room : 5,4m² 2nd floor : - Bedroom 4: 27m² - Bedroom 5: 12m² - Bedroom 6: 15m² - Bedroom 7: 18m² - Bathroom : 8m² 3th floor : - Total space : 145m²

A grand house steeped in history, nestled in the village of Ozouer-le-Voulgis in France’s Seine-et-Marne department, just 40 minutes from Paris by rail or road. The village of Ozouer-le-Voulgis has authentic character with traditional architecture in a lush backdrop. It offers shops for everyday needs. From a train station, six kilometres away, you can get to Paris is 40 minutes. The property lies opposite a 19th-century chateau. Vegetation and an outer wall give the property absolute privacy. Its elevations are coated with rendering and it is crowned with a hipped roof of tiles, which has just been entirely restored. The dwelling has kept its historical features. An entrance gate leads into a gravel court lined with trees, which creates a natural enclosure. The edifice faces north-east. Its grounds extend on its south side. Climbing ivy coats its walls. Louvred shutters painted green bring out the surrounding greenery. An outer stone wall separates the property from the road, preserving the place’s absolute calm. The interior showcases old craftsmanship. On the ground floor, the cement tiles of the hallway adjoin, on one side, the large lounge’s chevron parquet, mouldings and marble fireplace and, on the other side, a living room with a marble fireplace. This living room leads to an oval dining room with fine woodwork and a so-called Prussian fireplace – a fireplace built into the wall with an integrated plate-warming compartment – that bears witness to the French art of living that shaped this home. The kitchen lies in an extension that is more modern. A secondary corridor discreetly links it to the entrance hall. The reception rooms face south and are bathed in natural light. They offer an unrivalled view of the tree-dotted grounds. A majestic wooden staircase with a wrought-iron balustrade invites you to venture upstairs. The first floor offers, on one side, two bedrooms with a bathroom. And, on the other side, there is a private bathroom with a walk-in wardrobe and a utility room. This first floor continues the elegance of the ground floor with solid-wood strip flooring and marble fireplaces. The old chateau has stood the test of time and has kept its characterful traits. The second floor has wood strip flooring and fireplaces. It offers five bedrooms and an office. The top floor has a rustic character and is waiting to be showcased with its exposed roof frame and terracotta floor tiles. This roof space is filled with natural light from dormers with oval windows that look down over the grounds.