furnished private mansion for sale La pallice, France

Located just 25 minutes from La Rochelle, in the heart of the historic town of Rochefort, an exceptional property, rich in history and charm, is revealed.Directly opposite the famous Corderie Royale, an emblematic site founded by Louis XIV to house his great maritime arsenal, discover an architectural treasure: the Hôtel de Lisleferme.Built in 1853 by Henri de Lisleferme, a naval engineer from a prominent Protestant family in La Rochelle, this private mansion is inspired by the elegant Bordeaux residences of the 18th century. The entire property offers 500 m² of living space across three levels, enhanced by generous volumes (3.50 m ceiling height), refined moldings, a majestic grand staircase, and a rare coffered ceiling.The exterior is equally impressive: 300 m² of walled garden, an independent guest house, and a private hydraulic lift – particularly rare in this type of dwelling.A privileged witness of history, the Hôtel de Lisleferme has successively hosted naval officers, welcomed the Chamber of Commerce, and even minted currency during World War I.Today, with its 8 bedrooms and generous spaces, this property offers multiple potentials: a prestigious family residence, an art gallery, an event venue, or a character-driven professional project – just 15 minutes from the ocean.A rare property for an exceptional life.This description has been automatically translated from French.