A large 206 m² flat on the piano nobile of a 17th century townhouse
in the conservation area of Dijon
in the conservation area of Dijon
Dijon,
COTE-D'OR
burgundy
21000
FR
Location
Dijon, the capital of Burgundy, holds the "Ville d'art et d'histoire" (City of Art and History) label and boasts a pedestrianised city centre where half-timbered townhouses, 17th and 18th century mansions and Romanesque and Gothic churches stand side by side. The flat is located in the conservation area of the historic centre, just a short walk from the main squares and places of interest: the Halles de Dijon, the Place de la Libération and its Palais des Ducs et des États de Bourgogne, the Square Darcy and its famous "White Bear" by François Pompon, and the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie et du Vin. It is also close to a wide range of schools, services and shops in the surrounding area.
The Dijon area is served by a dense motorway network - A6, A31, A36 and A39 - and Dijon-Ville railway station offers services linking to Paris, Lyon, Geneva and Luxembourg. Lyon-Saint-Exupéry airport is also easily accessed by car or shuttle.
Description
This townhouse is one of the most emblematic in Dijon. Although located in the heart of town, it is set back from the street and protected from prying eyes by high stone walls surrounding the property. A wide carriage gate provides pedestrian and vehicular access to the paved inner courtyard. The dressed stone facade of the main building reflects the symmetry and sobriety of the classical architectural style.
Topped by a recently replaced flat tile roof, it comprises a ground floor, a piano nobile, vaulted cellars and an attic. The roofs and facades are listed French historic monuments.
The flat, one of the most spacious in the commonhold, is located on the first floor. Access to the flat is via a magnificent staircase, whose decorative features are also listed: chequerboard stone flooring, spiral staircase with wrought-iron banister, faux marble cladding, moulded cornices and internal wooden shutters. The landing only serves the two flats on the first floor. There is also a back staircase leading to the property from a rear courtyard.
Topped by a recently replaced flat tile roof, it comprises a ground floor, a piano nobile, vaulted cellars and an attic. The roofs and facades are listed French historic monuments.
The flat, one of the most spacious in the commonhold, is located on the first floor. Access to the flat is via a magnificent staircase, whose decorative features are also listed: chequerboard stone flooring, spiral staircase with wrought-iron banister, faux marble cladding, moulded cornices and internal wooden shutters. The landing only serves the two flats on the first floor. There is also a back staircase leading to the property from a rear courtyard.
The flat
The upstairs
The 206 m² flat opens onto a succession of three adjoining reception rooms, all of which are bright and overlook the main courtyard to the west. With high ceilings and herringbone parquet flooring, they are adorned with wood panelling, interior shutters, marble fireplaces and decorative moulded cornices. Continuing on from these follow a study and a boudoir featuring elaborate full-height wood panelling. An ingenious gallery leads to the former service rooms set at right-angles. A bedroom with parquet floor, black marble fireplace and alcove precedes a closet and shower room. The old, chequerboard-tiled kitchen has a stone fireplace. Formerly a utility room with a mezzanine, the next room is now used as a boiler room. Finally, at the end of the gallery there is a discreet lavatory.
The cellar
The dwelling is complemented by a half-underground vaulted stone cellar, where two openings provide natural light. It is accessed from either the main courtyard or the staircase in the rear courtyard.
Our opinion
This townhouse, almost 250 years old, is outstanding for its singular architecture, the sheer size of its rooms, the refined ornamentation and its exceptional location in the heart of Dijon's historic centre. Its impressive perimeter walls offer the kind of privacy that favours calm and seclusion, while the stately facade remains hidden from view until visitors step through the entrance.
The shared areas have retained their rich ornamental elements, and the flat - one of the largest in the commonhold - has preserved its 18th and 19th century layout and decorative features. Refurbishment work will restore the exceptional quality of the property. It will certainly attract the interest and attention of history and heritage aficionados looking for a main residence or a pied-à-terre in a unique, protected setting.
595 000 €
Fees at the Vendor’s expense
Reference 818776
| Land registry surface area | 1493 m2 |
| Number of rooms | 9 |
| Ceiling height | 3.74 |
| Number of bedrooms | 3 |
| Number of lots | 49 |
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.
