An estate with several event spaces on 4 hectares
of tree-filled grounds, at the gates of Dijon
of tree-filled grounds, at the gates of Dijon
Dijon,
COTE-D'OR
burgundy
21000
FR
Location
At the crossroads of Lyon, Paris and Geneva, at the bottom of a valley where the meanders of the Ouche River wind their way through, the estate is located a stone’s throw away from the ancient Burgundy canal and 15 minutes from Dijon, a city of art and history, capital of the Bourgogne-Franch-Comté region, an international city of gastronomy and wine with its Unesco world heritage historical centre. This strategic position makes the property easily accessible from the major metropolises: Paris and Lyon are 2 hours away via the motorway and Geneva is 3 hours.
Description
At the centre of its vast 4-hectare grounds, lies the estate of Pont de Pany, a manor house from the 18th century with clean lines, erected under the Restoration by Alfred Vignon. Revealed around the bend of a shady alley, the manor, known as “The House of Saint-Bernard”, once housed the diocese of Pont de Pany before becoming a holiday camp. Bought back by Father Tattevin, he changed it into a studious middle school, up until 2010 when it was transformed into a hotel complex dedicated to the organisation of private and professional events.
The three-storey dwelling, with attic space and oriented east-to west, recalls the pleasure palaces of the 18th century with its harmonious, understated façade cadenced by a cornice, moulded stringcourses as well as six symmetrical windows, topped with a hipped slate roof. At its centre, a triangular pediment crowns the edifice, which is framed by two chimneys on either side, which overlook three bull’s-eye windows.
To the west, a car park precedes the garden and its pathways. To the north, not far from the manor, but separated by the surrounding vegetation, are the outbuildings, accompanied by two buildings renovated into holiday cottages. Immediately to the south of the manor, a small house is reserved for service-related purposes. All the buildings are made out of stone and have hipped or gabled tile roofs.
Adjacent to an annex, which precedes it, the first reception marquee is extended by a vast patio, which stretches into the meticulously maintained grounds.
A pathway traverses more than 150 metres of this natural setting and leads to the property’s edge. There, located in the middle of centenary trees, is the second, separate marquee, surrounded by two patios.
The three-storey dwelling, with attic space and oriented east-to west, recalls the pleasure palaces of the 18th century with its harmonious, understated façade cadenced by a cornice, moulded stringcourses as well as six symmetrical windows, topped with a hipped slate roof. At its centre, a triangular pediment crowns the edifice, which is framed by two chimneys on either side, which overlook three bull’s-eye windows.
To the west, a car park precedes the garden and its pathways. To the north, not far from the manor, but separated by the surrounding vegetation, are the outbuildings, accompanied by two buildings renovated into holiday cottages. Immediately to the south of the manor, a small house is reserved for service-related purposes. All the buildings are made out of stone and have hipped or gabled tile roofs.
Adjacent to an annex, which precedes it, the first reception marquee is extended by a vast patio, which stretches into the meticulously maintained grounds.
A pathway traverses more than 150 metres of this natural setting and leads to the property’s edge. There, located in the middle of centenary trees, is the second, separate marquee, surrounded by two patios.
The Manor
The dwelling's various rooms are bathed in light by the large windows on the ground floor and upper floors, while three bull’s-eye windows illuminate the attic space. A flight of stone steps leads to the arched glazed double-door entrance.
The ground floor
Under the entrance staircase, is the professional cross-vaulted kitchen, which gives this space the feeling of a small basilica, while six arched basement windows provide light for the room. In addition, there are two service quarters and a storeroom, while a door makes it possible to transport large loads. Past the kitchen, a threshold leads to the entrance vestibule, an operational area providing access to offices and service areas. From there, a door leads to a room with a contemporary look, which could welcome up to thirty-five people for meetings and seminars. Bathed in light from two sides by multiple windows, the room has an exposed beam ceiling. A bar, cloakrooms and lavatories are adjacent to the room, directly accessible from the garden.
The first floor
Behind its glass and stone façade, the glazed front door opens onto a luminous living room with hardwood floors, a pink marble Louis XV fireplace and a very high ceiling. The room is flanked on one side by a kitchen with a pink marble Louis XVI fireplace, mitred herringbone as well as floating hardwood floors. On the other side, a large bedroom with mitred herringbone hardwood floors and a stone fireplace takes advantage of the view over the grounds with its two windows.
Crossing to the other side of the living room, a vestibule provides access to multiple comforts: two shower rooms and lavatories; a child’s bedroom followed by a vast family room, divided in two, generously bathed in light by twin windows and covered with hardwood floors; lastly, around a secret bend of a landing, there is a final bedroom as well as the staircase with curved oak steps, which delineates its oval imprint. These provide access to the two upper floors before reaching the attic space where the lofts lie dormant.
The second floor
This is composed of two rooms, including a large double office with oak hardwood floors and seven windows, which allow generous light to enter and provide unfettered views of the entire estate.
The attic
Two non-converted spaces, once reserved for housing personnel, today represent two authentic lofts. One of them, although insulated, has exposed wooden rafters and its original untreated hardwood floors. The other loft, built into the roof of the symmetrical façade, is in its original condition with an exposed terracotta tile floor, bare walls and exposed wooden rafters. This space is composed of a large room and three smaller ones, each pierced by a bull’s-eye window.
The basement
The Outbuildings
Two modest structures stand to the north of the building. To the right, a discreet chapel is currently used for storage. Built out of stone and partially plastered, it has ashlar stone door and window surrounds, while its interior reveals wooden rafters, a mezzanine and a fireplace requiring restoration. To the left, a garage, also built out of stone and punctuated with large windows, is currently a workshop and a storage room for the grounds’ maintenance tools.
The Grounds
Tree-filled, with a surface area of 4 hectares, it is the backdrop for all of the installations, while its abundant vegetation ensures everyone’s privacy. The property’s entrance is located on its northwest end, where a car park precedes the driveway that leads to the manor, while another track runs along the western border of the property to the small marquee and its car park. The lawns, meticulously cared for, are only interrupted by the track that guides guests from one marquee to the other. Centenary oaks, ashes, beeches and poplars rub shoulders with robust spruces, larches and cypresses.
The Small Holiday Cottage
A small independent house close to the manor has three bedrooms that can house up to 8 people, one of which has a marble fireplace and a private shower room. The two others share a second shower room and a separate lavatory. A large kitchen opens onto the dining room, which faces the manor.
The Large Holiday Cottage
Acquired in 2017 and entirely redesigned in the spirit of a “small hotel”, which can house up to 18 people, the large holiday cottage’s 230 m² is located to the north of the manor. On the ground floor, a seminar room with enough space for 50 people, if eating, and 60 people, if simply seated, abuts a dining hall with a kitchen, a pantry and lavatories. Upstairs are 7 bedrooms for 2 to 4 people, each equipped with its own bathroom. Perched on the second floor, the nuptial suite of 100 m² extends under exposed wooden rafters and includes a space reserved for the bridal preparations illuminated by large picture windows and their peaceful view, a living room, a bathroom with bathtub, shower and separate lavatory as well as a storage space.
The Annexe
A small separate building that precedes the large marquee, it houses a room that can welcome up to 50 guests, if eating, and up to 60 guests, if simply seated. A storage room and a hallway link the annexe with the neighbouring marquee, which also provides access to the two lavatories for these two spaces.
The Large Marquee
With a heated reception area of 300 m², it has hardwood floors and can welcome up to 200 guests. An adjacent kitchen area, with a service zone dedicated to preparations, facilitates the organisation of receptions. In front of the marquee, a large 250-m² patio faces the grounds.
The Small Marquee
At the northern most point of the estate, nestled among centenary trees, completely independent and separate from the other reception area, the heated space of 250 m² with hardwood floors can host up to 120 guests. Set off to one side of it, there is also a space used as a pantry and for services.
Two patios unfold in front of and behind the marquee, looking out onto the surrounding nature.
Our opinion
A comprehensive group of buildings for living and hosting, in an intimate and privileged setting ensconced in verdant nature, not far from the City of the Dukes of Burgundy. The owners adapted the estate so that the property is perfectly suited for an entirely professional use. The holiday cottages, patios, marquees and manor, which presides over its kingdom, have all been rigorously maintained. Before undertaking new projects, the current occupants hope to entrust the estate to someone who will continue the business with the same passion, hosting the profitable activities that regularly take place here and perpetuating the resilient spirit that has marked the multi-century history of this singular property.
Exclusive sale
2 600 000 €
Negotiation fees included
2 452 830 € Fees excluded
6%
TTC at the expense of the purchaser
Reference 543247
| Land registry surface area | 3 ha 91 a 44 ca |
| Main building surface area | 315 m2 |
| Number of bedrooms | 4 |
| Outbuilding surface area | 81 m2 |
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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.
