In La Roque-d’Anthéron, a Provençal village nestled in the Durance valley, 30 minutes from Aix-en-Provence and 15 minutes from Lourmarin, this early 20th-century former silk estate sits on a 7-hectare domain of olive groves and woods, offering beautiful views of the hills of Provence. The Aix-en-Provence TGV station is 40 minutes away, and the proximity to major roads allows for quick and easy acc
In La Roque-d’Anthéron, a Provençal village nestled in the Durance valley, 30 minutes from Aix-en-Provence and 15 minutes from Lourmarin, this early 20th-century former silk estate sits on a 7-hectare domain of olive groves and woods, offering beautiful views of the hills of Provence. The Aix-en-Provence TGV station is 40 minutes away, and the proximity to major roads allows for quick and easy access. The property is just a few hundred meters from the Cistercian abbey of Silvacane, one of the three great Romanesque abbeys of Provence, and near the castle park where the International Piano Festival, one of Europe’s most renowned music events, takes place every summer. Exposed stone, period fireplaces, and original features give the main building an authentic charm preserved by time. The terrace, shaded by large plane trees, naturally extends the indoor living space with a bucolic and relaxing atmosphere, while the pool and pond complete this generous outdoor setting. The main building, approximately 335 m², includes: - Eleven bedrooms - Several living rooms - Two kitchens - Two pantries - Numerous bathrooms The caretaker’s house, about 200 m², divided into two independent apartments, offers great flexibility of use. A two-car garage, storage outbuilding, and a ”water tower” supplied by a pump from the canal complete the estate. The layout of the domain offers many possibilities: family residence, guest rooms... Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/
Located in Aix-en-Provence, this property offers access to a charming Provençal lifestyle with historic landmarks nearby. It is 20 minutes from Marseille Provence Airport and well-connected by road to major cities. The area is known for fine dining, cultural sites such as Cézanne’s Studio, luxurious golf clubs, and prestigious international and private schools, providing an attractive balance of convenience, leisure, and education.