Fantastic sea view apartment for sale in the heart of Marseille

I was delighted that so many of you were taken by Anne and Dominik’s farmhouse renovation project that I posted about earlier this week. But, such dreams come at a price and after a considerable debate, they have decided to sell their rather amazing apartment in the Panier district that is the heart (and I do mean the beating heart) of the fascinating city of Marseille.
I can see from whence their ideas where born, for despite it’s incredibly central location, there is definitely an air of a country mazet in it’s façade. Wouldn’t you agree? 
Remi and I are both big fans of atypical spaces. The more levels and surprising twists and turns, the better. This apartment fits the bill perfectly.
The entry opens on to a terracota lined and wooden beam topped dining/living area that has transversal exposure to the gorgeous sunlight pouring through…

…which in turn leads down to a compact but well-planned kitchen (any of you that have lived in France, let alone in a French city know that this is standard). I will have to ask Anne if those counter tops are granite, stone or polished cement…
There are several bedrooms of varying sizes but my favorite is the master, not only for the modern slat blinds that play so beautifully with the light of Marseille…
…but also in that it leads out onto it’s own private deck. Can you imagine starting your day sipping your tea in the sun? I can!
However, my favorite space is most certainly the terrace that opens off of an additional living area with incredible views over the towers of the Major Cathedral and the sea (something that is extremely sought after in Marseille). For me, this large apartment is all about the essence of what experiencing the best of life in lively Marseille can be. It certainly is an up and coming city – listed as #2 on the New York Times 2013 list of “Places to Go” and home to the European Capital of Culture in the same year. How I hope that this unique space finds a good home!
Here is the original ad in Particulier à Particulier pour mes lecteurs francophones:
Le Panier – Marseille 2e
Dans une impasse tranquille de la plus belle place du Panier : la vie de village au coeur de la ville, à 2 pas du Vieux-Port, du Centre, du MUCEM. Maison-appartement atypique, sur 2 immeubles (2 entrées indépendantes possibles). Surface 115m2 pour 6 pièces + 2 SdD et WC + 2 terrasses dont une sur belle chambre et une de 12m2 sur salon avec vue sublime sur la mer et la Major. Idéal pour familles et couples (mais trop de marches pour personnes âgées ou enfants en bas âge). Toiture neuve, des pièces rénovées, d’autres restent à faire. Place tolérée pour 1 voiture.
Agences immobilières s’abstenir. 
380.000 €

And here is a rough translation for my English readers:

The Panier District – Marseille 2nd Arrondissment
In a quiet cul-de-sac just off of the prettiest square in the Panier: enjoy village life in the heart of the city while being only steps away from the Vieux-Port, the City Center and the MuCem (more about that at Lost in Arles soon!). With a surface of 115m2 (1238 square feet) there are 6 rooms with 2 baths and a WC, as well as 2 terrasses, including one off of a lovely bedroom and another of 12 m2 leading off of a living area with sublime views over the sea and the Major Cathedral. Ideal for families and couples (but with too many stairs for the elderly or families with very young children). The roof is new and some rooms have been renovated while others are still ready for you to make your mark on them. Parking is possible for one car only. Real estate agencies, please do not respond to this ad.
Price: 380,000 Euros (or $518,000)

If you are interested, please email Dominik directly at:

do*****@fe******.fr











I am so happy to try and help this wonderful couple get the word out about their apartment (and if you know of anyone who might be interested, then by all means please pass it along!)…And speaking of passing along a good thing? So many of you expressed interest in my dear friend Vickie Lester’s new and self-published novel, “It’s in His Kiss” – well, just in time for the first day of summer (hooray!), she is offering a free Kindle download on Amazon tomorrow, you can get all of the info that you need about it here.

Thank you for reading and enjoy the rest of your weekend everyone! 

24 comments

  1. If Mr. H. would give the okay, I'd be all over that. To be able to sit on that terrace, drink rosé and watch the sea (and visit with you from time to time). Some how, though, I don't think it's gonna happen. Oh well, next life perhaps! XOXO

  3. Oh my computer is acting crazy! I just wrote you a long response and my computer ate it all down to the last syllable. The short version: if you do decide to move I heartily, heartily second your idea of at least getting the basics of the language down before you go!

  5. Stephanie, I can say from experience that living far from family is truly challenging, no matter how beautiful the environment you are in…

  6. It is a dream of mine to live with a sea view…just once…even when we lived near to the sea in California (when I was a teenager) I found it so calming.

  10. I did have a good one, Loree – I hope that you did as well. No surprise that those sea views are calling to you… 😉

  12. Keith, I think that I could live many happy years just in that one room with the terrace! 😉 Thanks for joining up too!!

  13. Beautiful place. Of course the sea seen from the terrace. Mrs. Abstract and I are ready to move after I learn the language. Have a nice week Heather.

  14. Omg – what an amazingly beautiful apartment!! Wow – I thought is would be much more expensive than that – especially with that view! At least they don't have to worry that it won't sell; it should go like hotcakes! Especially with your beautiful post about it – thanks for sharing it with us!

  15. That looks like such a charming place to live! Wish I could move somewhere scenic, but I'd miss family.

  17. What a wonderful place. I'll send to a friend who worked in M and is, I believe, now close to retirement.

  19. Gotta say, if things were a little different, I'd whip my checkbook out right now. The place is gorgeous.

  21. That is gorgeous! As are you, THANK YOU for spreading the word about the free download. oxo, V

  22. WOW. That apartment is absolutely amazing. I could live a many a happy year there 🙂

  23. Thank you very much Jane and Lance. Coming such arbiters of style as yourselves, that is a wonderful prediction!

  24. Hello Heather:

    We are certain that such an an attractive apartment and one that is so well situated, with sea views to add to its desirability, will sell very, very quickly. We wish your friends good fortune.

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