I think that many of us are nearing some form of exhaustion or the other at this point in the year, so I have prepared a series of posts that I wish will be a calming visual treat for you.
Many of you will remember my friend Anthony’s charming house that was for sale – it was one of my most visited entries from this year!
Yes, that house has sold and for a very good reason.
Anthony and his partner have taken on a new project, one that is, without a doubt, the most exceptional renovation project that I have ever seen in Provence.
This very large hôtel particulier has quite a history. Built at around 1750, under the full influence of Louis XV, the property was owned by only two families for many, many years.
It was home to two interesting activities which I will tell you about in later posts.
But what is most amazing about this gorgeous home and garden…
…is that it is nearly entirely dans sans jus…
…everything needs to be done, in the best possible way…
…and this home wisely chose two owners who will completely respect its patina and innate beauty. I am in heaven every time that I visit…
…which has been quite a bit! I have been photographing the house since last April and have over 500 images to date. Much has already changed since then and this incredible maison is now safe and secure for the winter. But the renovation continues…would you like to follow along on their adventure?
And so I will begin to share this happy story with you over the holidays, for I can think of no better present than to – hopefully – set you dreaming!
With all of my Very Best from Provence,
Wishing you and your a very Joyeux Fêtes!
Heather
Glorious photos…magical colours….always a 'thank you for sharing'….wishing you and your ,including the doggies…..a wonderful Happy and Healthy New Year……and a very Merry Christmas!
Joy
Joheux Noel to both of you! and to the dogs!
wonderful idea — my favorite Christmas present so far 🙂 How fun it will be to see this gorgeous place evolve through your eyes.
Incredible atmosphere. Lucky house, having seen the former home of its new owners. Wondered why they would sell such a precious place, now I know … and understand as I have restored houses in the US. Always keep original fabric intact if at all possible. With the old French hotels there can be so many layers to identify. I envy them! And would love to meet them.
bonnie
Oh my, I would rather say "Mon Dieux"!
It looks incredible. How can one leave a house like this to rotten uninhabited. But then its good that the right owners found it. Those volets verts… Wonderful. Looking forward for your series Heather! Thank you for that present. (:
Merry Chrismas again to you and your familiy!!!
Silke
it looks amazing already and I gather this is the before pics right? hehe
Wishing you and yours a merry xmas!
Mais oui! I'll gladly follow along as you reveal more about this house. I'm loving those saturated colours and the patina of the years.
Merry Christmas, Heather, et Joyeux Noel!
Fabulosa!!! Can't wait to see every step of the way. The colors are so beautiful – anxious to see how they make repairs, yet keep the essence of the colors and that blue and green vibe. Looks like a tremendous amount of work ahead but it sounds like it will be a labor of love for them both! Photos are beautiful. Joyeux Noel a tous!
OH MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!I could MOVE IN like this!YES, and maybe have them start an INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT TO SHOW THE PROGRESS???THAT would be something.
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE TO YOU!!!!REMEMBER TO TWIRL FOR ELLIE!!!!!!!!
XOXOXO
you could not have chosen a better gift!! Looking forward to watching this unfold!! xoxo