Aquitaine, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Pau, France
- PROPERTY TYPE
House
- BEDROOMS
8
- BATHROOMS
8
- SIZE
7,072 sq ft
657 sq m
Key features
- 19th-century château listed as a “remarkable building”
- 15 hectares of private parkland
- Panoramic open views extending to the mountain peaks
- 8 spacious and refined bedrooms
Description
Located less than 10 minutes from the centre of Pau, this rare property combines historical heritage, outstanding architecture and refined living within an exceptionally peaceful natural setting.
Built between 1876 and 1878, the residence was designed by Charles Le Cœur (1830–1906), one of the most renowned French architects of the 19th century, awarded the Legion of Honour and celebrated for prestigious projects including the Lycées Fénelon, Condorcet and Louis-le-Grand in Paris. A graduate of the École des Beaux-Arts and former student of Labrouste’s atelier, he conceived here a singular architectural work inspired by the realist and impressionist movements flourishing in Pau during that era.
Recognised as a “Remarkable Building,” the property is distinguished by the originality of its design, the elegance of its volumes and its exceptional natural light throughout the day. The architecture combines yellow cut stone, Pyrenean granite and red brick in a refined composition where façades and landscape blend seamlessly together.
The estate’s origins date back to the 17th century and its history has remained deeply connected to the development of Pau. Over the centuries, it has successively served as a large country estate, the rural residence of the President of the Parliament of Navarre, a highly sought-after retreat for wealthy English winter visitors during the 19th century, a sanatorium, a clinic and later a private residence.
The landscaped grounds, planted with rare 19th-century tree species, form an extraordinary natural sanctuary. Grand avenues, fountains and historic outbuildings create a serene and preserved environment inhabited by roe deer, squirrels and numerous bird species.
Acquired in 2004 by its current owners, the estate underwent a meticulous 18-year restoration programme carried out with remarkable attention to detail in order to restore the full authenticity and elegance of the property. Today classified as a 5-star furnished tourism residence, it offers four elegant bedrooms and four luxurious suites, each individually designed and enjoying exceptional views over the Vallée Heureuse, the Pyrenees or the Royal Château of Pau.
At once close to the city yet entirely immersed in nature, this unique residence provides an exceptional setting for a prestigious private home, exclusive hospitality projects, private events, celebrations or corporate retreats.
A truly rare property where history, architecture, art and nature come together in one of the most privileged settings in Béarn.
Aquitaine, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Pau, France
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Distances are straight line measurements- Pyrénées(International)4.7 miles
- Lourdes (Tarbes)(International)20.2 miles
- Parme(International)59.5 miles
- Toulouse (Blagnac)(International)90.5 miles
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