Semur En Auxois Historic Residence Built Above A 14th Century City Gate
5 Beds
1 Baths
2,778 Sqft
Updated: August 22
About the Property
In the heart of the medieval town of Semur-en-Auxois, ”the Porte Guillier” is a rare heritage property built on a former 14th-century city gate, later integrated into a refined townhouse, creating a unique architectural ensemble where medieval structure and later residential transformation coexist naturally within a single property. The building offers approximately 403 square metres of living
In the heart of the medieval town of Semur-en-Auxois, ”the Porte Guillier” is a rare heritage property built on a former 14th-century city gate, later integrated into a refined townhouse, creating a unique architectural ensemble where medieval structure and later residential transformation coexist naturally within a single property. The building offers approximately 403 square metres of living space distributed across four levels, combining private residential areas with an ongoing hospitality activity in an authentic historic setting. It comprises five bedrooms, including three currently operated as guest suites, allowing immediate continuation of a boutique accommodation activity in one of Burgundy’s most visited and historically significant towns. The property retains a strong architectural identity, with original structural elements, generous volumes and a distinctive vertical organisation that reflects its historical evolution through time. It further benefits from vaulted cellars, an outbuilding, a large garage, an internal courtyard with a garden and two covered terraces, all of which are particularly rare features in the very center of medieval town. A significant added value lies in approximately 140 square metres of convertible attic space located on the upper levels, offering substantial potential for expansion, additional accommodation capacity or the creation of private luxury living areas depending on the future vision of the property. This flexibility allows the property to adapt to several potential uses, whether as a continuation of its current hospitality activity, a transformation into a private heritage residence, or a mixed-use investment asset combining lifestyle and income potential. The property benefits from its historic classification and architectural significance, reinforcing its long-term value preservation and its unique position within the regional real estate market. Located in the pedestrian historic centre of Semur-en-Auxois, the property enjoys a dominant position within the medieval city, with immediate walking access to restaurants, shops, monuments and cultural landmarks, in a highly sought-after tourist destination in Burgundy, within easy reach of Dijon and major regional transport connections.
A rare opportunity to acquire a landmark historic property combining architectural heritage, hospitality activity and significant development potential in one of Burgundy’s most authentic medieval towns. For further information or to arrange a private viewing, please contact us directly.
Au coeur du centre historique de Semur-en-Auxois, la Porte Guillier constitue un ensemble immobilier unique, édifié sur la principale porte orientale des remparts au début du XIVe siècle puis intégré à l’ancien hôtel particulier des marquis de Massol (vers 1600). Une propriété rare où patrimoine, caractère et potentiel se rencontrent. Développant 258 m2 habitables et offrant 146 m2 de potentiel aménageable supplémentaire, cette propriété totalise près de 404 m2 de surfaces exploitables, répartie sur quatre niveaux, l’ensemble comprend aujourd’hui cinq chambres, dont trois actuellement exploitées en chambres d’hôtes, offrant la possibilité de poursuivre cette activité ou de profiter pleinement de cette demeure comme résidence principale ou secondaire. Les matériaux anciens notamment ses parquets d’origine, terres cuites, boiseries, stucs, galeries en bois et nombreuses cheminées d’époque, remarquablement conservés, confèrent à cette propriété une atmosphère unique, où l’élégance du patrimoine se conjugue avec un confort de vie rare, baigné d’authenticité. Au dernier niveau, les espaces offrent de belles hauteurs sous charpente et un intéressant potentiel d’aménagement. Les réseaux déjà en place permettent d’envisager différents projets d’aménagement. La propriété dispose également de caves, d’une dépendance, d’un vaste garage, d’une cour intérieure avec jardin et de deux terrasses abritées, un ensemble particulièrement rare au coeur d’une cité médiévale, où disposer d’un jardin privatif, d’une cour close et de stationnements constitue un véritable privilège. Idéalement situé dans l’hyper-centre historique piéton, la propriété bénéficie de vues remarquables sur la collégiale Notre-Dame, les tours du donjon et les ruelles de cette cité médiévale de caractère. Commerces, restaurants et sites touristiques sont accessibles à pied dans un environnement vivant toute l’année. Résidence principale ou secondaire, demeure familiale ou projet d’accueil haut de gamme, cette propriété offre une remarquable souplesse d’usage. Une opportunité rare d’acquérir une demeure patrimoniale d’exception, conjuguant histoire, élégance, authenticité et potentiel d’évolution au coeur de l’une des plus belles cités médiévales de Bourgogne. Au-delà de ses qualités architecturales, cette propriété offre l’opportunité exceptionnelle de devenir le gardien d’un lieu emblématique de l’histoire de Semur-en-Auxois et de contribuer à écrire son prochain chapitre. Pour tout complément d’information ou pour organiser une visite confidentielle, nous vous invitons à nous contacter. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/
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Last updated
August 22
First listed
Aug 22
Listing reference
KP1-14774A
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