Exceptionnal Maison de Maître in La Genette

Beautiful Maison de Maître dating from 1885, ideally located in the sought-after La Genette district of La Rochelle. Close to the Concurrence beach and Orbigny and Franck Delmas parks, in a quiet street, this character property with around 331 m² of living space - 487 m² of usable space - is built on a plot of more than 1,300 m2. The property, steeped in history, was extended in 1968, giving the opportunity to live on one level. The ground floor comprises an entrance hall, two lounges with mouldings, the larger of which benefits from through light, a dining room with fireplace, a kitchen and a spacious bedroom with bathroom and shower that could form a large suite. The staircase from the entrance hall leads to a landing leading to three beautiful bedrooms, one of which is decorated with a Tuscan-inspired painting, and a bright bathroom. All three enjoy uninterrupted views over the gardens. The second floor, which benefits from good headroom under the exposed roofing framework and panelling, currently comprises an artist's studio, a lounge of more than 45 m² with a breathtaking view of the towers of the Vieux Port of La Rochelle and its sunrises, which are a tireless daily spectacle. A kitchen completes the space. This top floor could easily be converted into bedrooms, an office, a games room, etc. The house has an 85 m² basement with boiler room, wine cellar and two vaulted cellars. To complete the property, an old, spacious laundry room on the garden level could be converted into a studio, workshop or office and is accessible from both the kitchen and the garden. A concrete garage provides parking for one or two vehicles, in addition to the parking available on the plot. It provides access to the rear of the property. The walled garden, planted with fruit trees, hazelnut, pear and walnut trees, is a haven of tranquillity. This beautiful Maison de Maître is in need of updating or even renovation, as required. It's rare to have the opportunity to acquire such a property in town, in the sought-after La Genette district, enjoying the peace and quiet, close to the sea and a stone's throw from La Rochelle's Old Harbour. *** The property comprises Ground floor: entrance with cupboard, 2 lounges, dining room, corridor, fitted and equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower, storage cupboard, 1 large bedroom. 1st floor: corridor, 3 bedrooms with fireplace, bathroom, landing, balcony. 2nd floor: landing, artist's studio, sitting room, small kitchen. Basement: wine cellar, 3 vaulted rooms Laundry room Garage 3 parking spaces Gardens with fruit trees Detailed brochure and video on request. NOUS CONTACTER AU 05 57 14 92 70 / 07 82 77 73 52 Maxwell-Baynes Christie’s International Real Estate 27 Quai Valin 17000 La Rochelle FRANCE International Real Estate - Immobilier International La Rochelle - Ile de Ré - Royan - Île d'Oléron