A more than 300-m² reception apartment, in a 19th-century mansion house,
between Avenue Victor Hugo and the Bois de Boulogne
between Avenue Victor Hugo and the Bois de Boulogne
Paris,
PARIS
paris
75016
FR
Location
The 16th arrondissement of Paris was a rural locality until the late 18th century. At the time, the fields, orchards and woods surrounded three small villages: Passy, Auteuil and Chaillot. It was only when Napoleon III set out his architectural ambitions that Baron Haussmann, in charge of rebuilding the city, undertook to urbanise these vast, virgin expanses and erect the many buildings that line the vast tree-lined avenues in the western part of the sector. The suburbs were replaced by townhouses, parks and promenades. The district where the building is situated soon met with resounding success, with bourgeois families and the celebrities of the time setting up residence here. In this townhouse, Georges Feydeau, who was at the peak of his career, wrote his vaudeville light comedies, which are still performed on the stages of Paris today. Many renowned school establishments, such as the Lycée Janson de Sailly senior high school, are close to the property, which is situated in a street perpendicular to Avenue Victor Hugo.
Description
This private mansion, built in the late 19th century, boasts a classic and sober façade typical of the Haussmannian era. Made of ashlar, the edifice rises up above its sleeper wall of rusticated masonry. The walls of the upper floors are adorned with pilasters crowned by Ionic capitals, while the windows are underlined by sculpted bas-reliefs depicting abundance.
After passing through the carriage gate, a sculpture by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux depicting a goat and 4 cupids welcomes visitors. Opposite, a large, marble staircase with a remarkable wrought-iron balustrade leads to the first floor on which the property is located. It can also be reached via an elevator. The entrance is made up of a hall with grey and red marble flooring and could serve as the setting for sculptures or works of art. The ceiling height of 5 metres further enhances this majestic impression. Overlooking the street, a living room with a ceiling boasting very ornate moulding and wood-panelled walls could be used as an office or a bedroom. Two bathrooms open directly into this room. Opposite, there is a room into which light streams through a large glass roof typical of 19th-century galleries. It is fitted with Versailles wood stripped flooring and the oak wainscotting is enhanced by a Hubert Robert inspired overmantel mirror in the shape of a door. An adjacent dining room is followed by a kitchen and an office. An interior staircase leads to the second floor, which has two bedrooms as well as a bathroom. The master bedroom is located on the third floor, in the attic level, and boasts exposed metal beams that bestow an industrial aspect upon it. In the corner, there is a semi-open-plan bathroom.
After passing through the carriage gate, a sculpture by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux depicting a goat and 4 cupids welcomes visitors. Opposite, a large, marble staircase with a remarkable wrought-iron balustrade leads to the first floor on which the property is located. It can also be reached via an elevator. The entrance is made up of a hall with grey and red marble flooring and could serve as the setting for sculptures or works of art. The ceiling height of 5 metres further enhances this majestic impression. Overlooking the street, a living room with a ceiling boasting very ornate moulding and wood-panelled walls could be used as an office or a bedroom. Two bathrooms open directly into this room. Opposite, there is a room into which light streams through a large glass roof typical of 19th-century galleries. It is fitted with Versailles wood stripped flooring and the oak wainscotting is enhanced by a Hubert Robert inspired overmantel mirror in the shape of a door. An adjacent dining room is followed by a kitchen and an office. An interior staircase leads to the second floor, which has two bedrooms as well as a bathroom. The master bedroom is located on the third floor, in the attic level, and boasts exposed metal beams that bestow an industrial aspect upon it. In the corner, there is a semi-open-plan bathroom.
Our opinion
This apartment is located in the sophisticated northern part of the 16th arrondissement, which is home to a succession of townhouses, private villas and luxurious buildings. It is near to the 8th arrondissement and its luxury boutiques. The district boasts many renowned restaurants and shops. The prestigious nature of the place, which was home to personalities such as Georges Feydeau and Jacque Fath, becomes apparent immediately after passing through the carriage gate, which contrasts with the sober façade of the building. With its wood panelling, the quality of its materials and the scale of its dimensions, the apartment is perfectly suited for hosting large-scale receptions. The vast, richly decorated rooms on the main floor, topped by the bedrooms on the upper levels, harmoniously combine reception and family use.
4 490 000 €
Fees at the Vendor’s expense
Reference 342370
| Total floor area | 318 m2 |
| Number of rooms | 7 |
| Ceiling height | 5 |
| Reception area | 150 m2 |
| Number of bedrooms | 4 |
| Surface Cellar | 22 m2 |
| Surface Balcony | 3 m2 |
| Number of lots | 51 |
| Annual average amount of the proportionate share of expenses | 13476 € |
Aucune procédure en cours menée sur le fondement des articles 29-1 A et 29-1 de la loi n°65-557 du 10 juillet 1965 et de l’article L.615-6 du CCH
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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.
