private mansion for sale Semur-en-Auxois, France

In the heart of the medieval town of Semur-en-Auxois, 'the Porte Guillier' is a rare heritage property built on a former 14th-century city gate, later integrated into a refined townhouse, creating a unique architectural ensemble where medieval structure and later residential transformation coexist naturally within a single property. The building offers approximately 403 square metres of living space distributed across four levels, combining private residential areas with an ongoing hospitality activity in an authentic historic setting. It comprises five bedrooms, including three currently operated as guest suites, allowing immediate continuation of a boutique accommodation activity in one of Burgundy’s most visited and historically significant towns. The property retains a strong architectural identity, with original structural elements, generous volumes and a distinctive vertical organisation that reflects its historical evolution through time. It further benefits from vaulted cellars, an outbuilding, a large garage, an internal courtyard with a garden and two covered terraces, all of which are particularly rare features in the very center of medieval town. A significant added value lies in approximately 140 square metres of convertible attic space located on the upper levels, offering substantial potential for expansion, additional accommodation capacity or the creation of private luxury living areas depending on the future vision of the property. This flexibility allows the property to adapt to several potential uses, whether as a continuation of its current hospitality activity, a transformation into a private heritage residence, or a mixed-use investment asset combining lifestyle and income potential. The property benefits from its historic classification and architectural significance, reinforcing its long-term value preservation and its unique position within the regional real estate market. Located in the pedestrian historic centre of Semur-en-Auxois, the property enjoys a dominant position within the medieval city, with immediate walking access to restaurants, shops, monuments and cultural landmarks, in a highly sought-after tourist destination in Burgundy, within easy reach of Dijon and major regional transport connections. A rare opportunity to acquire a landmark historic property combining architectural heritage, hospitality activity and significant development potential in one of Burgundy’s most authentic medieval towns. For further information or to arrange a private viewing, please contact us directly.