19th Century Hillside Home Minutes from Aix-en-Provence — €2,940,000
In the hills just beyond Aix-en-Provence, a 19th-century estate listed with Emile Garcin has come to market at €2,940,000—a compelling example of the region’s enduring architectural legacy. Set on 3.45 acres (1.4 hectares) of landscaped grounds, the 3,175 sq.ft. (295 sq.m) residence offers a blend of historic character and unfiltered Provençal lifestyle, just ten minutes from the city centre.
This is the kind of property that defines a particular echelon of living in the South of France. Built at a time when Aix was emerging as a cultural counterweight to Paris, the estate captures the elegance of its era combined with the rustic charm of the Provençal countryside—arched windows, high ceilings, and rooms designed around light and air.
Inside, the layout includes two living rooms, a formal dining room, five bedrooms, a home office, and three bathrooms, arranged across two levels. It’s not overly restored—and that’s the point.
Outdoors, the setting speaks for itself. Olive and cypress trees line the drive, while fountains and stone terraces offer open views toward Montagne Sainte-Victoire. A heated pool and pool house are discreetly integrated into the landscape, along with a converted caretaker’s house now split into two independent apartments—ideal for guests, staff, or long-stay family.
Properties like this aren’t just about location—they represent a way of life that’s increasingly rare. You’re not in a village, and you’re not remote. You’re in that sweet spot: close to Aix’s cafés, galleries, and international schools, but surrounded by silence and sky in the heart of Provence.
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