A property with a main dwelling, outbuildings, a swimming pool and
wooded grounds, in the Provencal countryside, 10 minutes from Aix-en-Provence
wooded grounds, in the Provencal countryside, 10 minutes from Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence,
BOUCHES-DU-RHONE
provence-cote-dazur
13100
FR
Location
In the Bouches-du-Rhône department, to the north of Aix-en-Provence, the village of Venelles, blending in seamlessly with the surrounding landscape of wooded hillsides and farmland, is situated on the outskirts of the Grand Site Concors-Sainte-Victoire, while, set back from the town centre, the property, nestled within a bucolic environment, is accessible via a small lane.
Within close proximity to the famed Mount Saint-Victoire, the property is only ten minutes away, via car, from the centre of Aix-en-Provence, with its many shops and services, whereas the Aix-en-Provence high-speed rail station and the Marseille-Provence airport can be reached in 25 and 30 minutes, respectively.
Description
From a gravel lane, a gate located on the northern side of the property opens on to an immense courtyard shaded by oaks and surrounded by the two main edifices, whereas the estate, of more than 4 hectares, includes a dwelling, several self-contained accommodations and many outbuildings.
Featuring traditional Provencal architecture, coated in pale shades of plaster, topped with barrel tile roofs and safeguarded by painted wooden shutters, the buildings’ volumes, elongated in shape and crowned with an additional level here and there, blend in perfectly with the property’s open landscape.
As for the main dwelling, with more than 280 m² of inhabitable floor area, it is extended to the south by a conservatory and several patios, while its interior boasts parquet floors, terracotta floor tiles, wood panelling and visible ceiling beams. With approximately 185 m² of inhabitable floor area, the second edifice includes three self-contained flats and a number of annexe spaces, whereas various other buildings punctuate the property, such as several garages, a summer kitchen and storage areas.
Lastly, to the south of the buildings, the garden is made up immense swaths of lawn, a swimming pool and a boules’ court, while beyond, the land alternates between wooded areas, meadows and horse pastures.
Featuring traditional Provencal architecture, coated in pale shades of plaster, topped with barrel tile roofs and safeguarded by painted wooden shutters, the buildings’ volumes, elongated in shape and crowned with an additional level here and there, blend in perfectly with the property’s open landscape.
As for the main dwelling, with more than 280 m² of inhabitable floor area, it is extended to the south by a conservatory and several patios, while its interior boasts parquet floors, terracotta floor tiles, wood panelling and visible ceiling beams. With approximately 185 m² of inhabitable floor area, the second edifice includes three self-contained flats and a number of annexe spaces, whereas various other buildings punctuate the property, such as several garages, a summer kitchen and storage areas.
Lastly, to the south of the buildings, the garden is made up immense swaths of lawn, a swimming pool and a boules’ court, while beyond, the land alternates between wooded areas, meadows and horse pastures.
The Main Dwelling
The ground floorThe entrance, located on the dwelling’s northern façade, opens on to a central foyer – with large floor tiles, white walls and a staircase towards the upper level – which provides access to the ground floor’s different rooms. As for the living area, it includes a sitting room with parquet floors, a fireplace and built-in cupboards, as well as a dining room with a geometrically patterned tile floor and a masonry wall niche, while the kitchen is made up of two large spaces, awaiting to be customised according to its future occupants’ wishes.
Facing south and west, the living areas give on to a conservatory with wooden rafters and a stone fireplace, whereas its wide sliding glass doors open on to the patios and garden. In addition, this floor also includes a main bedroom, with parquet floors and two windows, a wardrobe and a private bathroom, as well as a study and a utility room.
The upstairs
From the foyer, the straight staircase, designed with a masonry guardrail and risers decorated with colourful earthenware tiles, leads to a landing, which provides access to three bedrooms, topped with visible wooden rafters, and two bathrooms clad in Salernes terracotta tiles.
The Holiday Cottage
Extending to the east of the main dwelling, past a covered passageway, which connects the northern and southern patios, a self-contained cottage includes a main room with three large, small-paned windows, overlooking the garden, as well as a bathroom.The Exteriors
Surrounding the buildings, flagstone patios and courtyards, the grounds, organised into several levels and connected by various stairs, feature low stone retaining walls, which outline the different landscaped areas, whereas the base of the buildings’ exteriors boast a variety of flowerbeds, climbing plants and terracotta pots.To the south, an immense swath of lawn descends towards the swimming pool, surrounded by lawn and trees, while a boules’ court is located nearby. In addition, flagstone paths link the different areas of the garden with the various dwellings, whereas, past the landscaped sections, the property is extended by meadows and woods as well as an area reserved for horses. As for the many oaks and other trees on the property, they participate in conserving its overall bucolic charm.
The Flats
To the north of the main dwelling, a second building borders the large cobblestone courtyard. With similar architecture, it includes three self-contained flats, a utility room and a garage, all accessible from its southern façade, while, to the west, the first flat, abutting the utility room, comes with a covered patio and is made up of a living room with an open kitchen, two bedrooms, facing north, and a bathroom.Extending on from here, an immense dual-aspect garage is topped with a study, whereas, further to the east, the second flat, accessible from an entrance on the ground floor, includes three rooms and two shower rooms upstairs. Lastly, on the very eastern end of the building, the third flat contains a large living room with an open kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom.
The Annexes
To the north of the two main buildings, a second courtyard provides access to three indoor garages, a winter garden and several covered parking spaces, while, to the south, a summer kitchen, an underground cellar and cold rooms round out this property’s amenities.Our opinion
Only a few minutes from Aix-en-Provence, this property, combining the charm of rural Provencal architecture with the advantages of an immense wooded estate, features various edifices, giving on to their respective courtyards, several self-contained dwellings and a variety of outbuildings, which make it possible to use this property for a number of different purposes.
As for the main dwelling, its patios and conservatory, they provide sizeable living spaces, extended by a garden with a swimming pool and more than four hectares of grounds and woods, while this property is perfectly adapted to either a fulfilling family life or tourism accommodations, subject to the necessary authorisations.
1 950 000 €
Including negotiation fees
1 857 143 € Excluding negotiation fees
5%
incl. VAT to be paid by the buyer
Reference 509093
| Main building floor area | 282.56 m² |
| Outbuildings floor area | 186.56 m² |
| Land registry surface area | 4 ha 69 a 42 ca |
| Total floor area | 469.12 m² |
| Garages | 4 |
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NB: The above information is not only the result of our visit to the property; it is also based on information provided by the current owner. It is by no means comprehensive or strictly accurate especially where surface areas and construction dates are concerned. We cannot, therefore, be held liable for any misrepresentation.
