Menerbes

Part of a superb private mansion for sale in Ménerbes.

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Hôtel Girardet de Castelas

Located in the heart of the village, this 17th-century private mansion boasts panoramic views of the Monts de Vaucluse and Mont Ventoux.

This fortified house belongs to a Menerbes family recently ennobled as Girardet de Castelas. Sébastien, the first of the name, held the position of viguier of Menerbes in 1685.
The ground floor housed a coaching inn in the 17th century, then an oil mill in the 18th century, and a silk factory in the 19th century. The respective Girardet families were granted the benefit of the water from the public fountain on Place de l'Orme to operate their factories. In 1735, a new covered public fountain was installed in their courtyard, bordering the Chemin du Réalet, now known as "the Fountain Road." Its vaulted arch is still in place.

We are offering for sale the lower part of this private mansion, comprising three levels with a total usable area of approximately 450 sqm with two completely independent entrances from the lower and upper streets. This magnificent space comprises:

On the ground floor, on the lower street: a section previously used as an antiques gallery. This magnificent space is composed of vaulted rooms with exposed stone walls, beautiful display windows overlooking the street and a large opening onto the inner courtyard garden. The boiler room with oil-fired central heating is also available, as an office or bedroom, with a large opening onto the garden, and a shower room with a toilet.

On the first floor: two beautiful vaulted reception rooms with very high ceilings and spacious spaces, one of which features a monumental fireplace, a kitchen.

One a middle floor: bathroom with a toilet.

On the second floor: a bedroom with an office and dressing room.

A superb stone spiral staircase in the tower connects the different levels.

The beautiful old features have been preserved: superb old doors, beautiful stone frames, and antique terracotta floors. This historic residence exudes character, charm, and authenticity.

The interior courtyard garden is composed of several charming terraced spaces with beautiful stone walls, beautiful staircases, a large awning, a summer dining room, etc.

A street gate allows for parking inside the property.

This property is unique for sale, one of the most beautiful residences in Ménerbes, in the heart of the village, with a garden and panoramic views. It could be used for various commercial or private projects.