3 Bed Apartment for sale in Marseille, Cote d'Azur - Provence, France

Located in a sector with most of Marseilles' monuments is this very large loft like apartment with very generous volumes throughout, and without the industrial feel typical of many lofts of this size. In fact, this apartment was part of the mansion occupied by San Piero Corso, a servitor under the reign of Catherine de Medici. Corso, had been given this entire property for service to France, by the monarchy.

Here whilst occupying this apartment he had a very passionate affair with his then wife... And the rest made history! The apartment dates to the 17th century, and is evidenced by the handmade terracotta tiles in the living area which are still in good condition.

Upon entering the main living area, one is stunned by the panoramic view of the "Vieux Port" (One of the oldest harbors in France.) The soaring ceilings, and views of all the monuments in the vicinity: "St Nicloas Fort", "Hotel Dieu", Basilic Major Cathedral, Clock Tower of the "Panier" sector.

Living area is approx. 70m2 has a large fireplace with an American style kitchen. Floor coverings are a combination of hardwood floors, and old period terracotta tiles.

On the first floor there are 2 bedrooms with each its own bath and closets en suite. A very atypical staircase leads to the upper floor where there's the master bedroom with almost 80m2 of surface, lots of closet space, plus an adjoining terrace with a view over the "Vieux Port"

All on is on the 4th floor of 4 floors, lots of light, with elevator to code, facade done about 10yrs.ago

Walk to all of the town center. In addition, all amenities are very easily accessible: Freeway, train station, ferry docks, metro, opera, fine restaurants...

Come own a piece of history! An appointment awaits you!

Property features:

Heating:

Gas

View:

Panoramic, Pleasant, Port, Sea view, Village

Property features:


Broadband / ADSL, Double Glazing, Elevator, Exposed ceiling/roof beams, Fireplace, Large Rooms, Letting Potential, Old Stone/tile floors, Outside Lighting, Parquet Floors, Terrace, Terracotta Flooring, Town water, Waterfront

Nearby Amenities:

Airfield, Beaches, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Forest/Parkland, Golf Course, Local Shopping, Marina, Medieval Village, Nightlife, Public Transport, Restaurants, Roman Ruins, Schools, Ski-ing (-2hrs), Spa/Jacuzzi, Sports Complex, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, TGV - less than 1 Hour, Watersports, Weekly market