When you look at many people’s summer Pinterest boards, scenes of magical Provence are almost always somewhere to be found. And, this compound now asking €7.95 million, or roughly $8.5 million, in the South of France is like a European summer fantasy come to life.
La Casella, as it is is called, was originally designed by Robert Streitz in 1960 as a replica of a neo-classical pavilion built for Madame de Pompadour in the town of Fontainebleau. With a terracotta-colored facade and flora of all heights, textures, and shapes, the estate captivates you instantly. It offers 12 bedrooms across five structures, all connected by regal gardens and pathways designed under the direction of Claus Scheinert. These flourishing grounds have become renowned in the South of France and are arguably as valuable as the structures that occupy them.
The main house is aesthetically the showstopper and it has many special spots for entertaining. A south-facing terrace, elegant drawing room, and refurbished kitchen are a few key perks. Nearby, a delightful, 200-year old stone farmhouse could benefit from a bit of TLC, while another charming guest house known as “Tom’s Cottage” is all set for visitors to show up and unpack.
Romanticizing French countryside luxury even more lately is Hulu’s Vanderpump Villa, which showcases how you can turned a historic French manor into a five-star hospitality destination. Perhaps the future owners of this compound will be inspired to do the same, when they’re not using it as their own retreat.
Jack Harris of Knight Frank holds the Côte d`Azur listing.
