House for sale, Aix-en-Provence, 12 rooms, 400.87 m², ref 87238784

Price on request

House
12 rooms
6 bedrooms
400.87 m²
Reference 87238784

Aix en Provence – A superb 18th century property

Sole Agent. This elegant 18th century “bastide” set in a south-facing 350 sqm garden with a greenhouse is located a stone’s throw from Place de la Mairie, the shops and the amenities in the heart of Aix.
Offering 390 sqm of living space, it includes an entrance hall with an authentic period staircase, two living/reception rooms featuring high ceilings, a dining room, a kitchen with a pantry, and a former artist’s studio. A second staircase from the kitchen accesses an over 50 sqm terrace enjoying a glimpse of the iconic Sainte Victoire Mountain.
The two upper floors comprise four bedrooms (two with shower rooms) as well as several other rooms offering great further potential.
On a basement with a former garage fitted as a spa, as well as further bedrooms and studies.
The property was built between 1770 and 1775 for an Aix bourgeois Joseph Sec, and was acquired in the early 20th century by renowned local artist Louis Gautier who subsequently extended to install his workshop which he adorned with his sketches and paintings. A fervent rival of Cezanne, he was the town’s official artist and many of his works hang in the Town Hall.
The bastide has been renovated throughout, most recently in 2019, allying period features such as mouldings and terracotta floor tiles with contemporary comfort (lift, air-conditioning).
The current owner has amassed a private collection of the artist’s works which now hang on its walls.
With two parking spaces in the garden.