Just steps from the <strong>Luxembourg Gardens</strong>, in one of the most sought after settings on the <strong>Left Bank</strong>, an exceptionally distinguished property is revealed. Set within a former <strong>private mansion</strong> in the Directoire style, this 370 sqm duplex perfectly embodies the excellence of <strong>luxury real estate in Paris</strong>, where history, architecture and the art of living converge in subtle harmony.
Presented by <strong>Paris Ouest Sotheby’s International Realty</strong>, a member of the international <strong>Sotheby’s International Realty</strong> network, the property reflects a discerning and measured approach to the Parisian high end market, grounded in a refined understanding of place and heritage value.
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Private Directoire mansion, a confidential retreat on the Left Bank
The Luxembourg Gardens district retains a singular aura. Between classical façades, cobbled courtyards and discreet gardens, it cultivates a quietly refined elegance. In the immediate vicinity, the Panthéon and the Odéon Theatre evoke the intellectual and artistic intensity that defines this part of the capital.
Behind a carefully preserved period façade, the former <strong>private mansion</strong> that houses the duplex is said to have once been the residence of Madame de Chateaubriand. The Directoire architecture is expressed here with restraint, balanced lines, harmonious proportions and understated refinement. The ensemble unfolds like a true island within the city, sheltered from view and from the bustle beyond, a haven of calm in the heart of Paris.
Within the Parisian landscape, private mansions with expansive private gardens are exceedingly rare. Urban density renders such configurations almost exceptional, granting this address undeniable heritage and symbolic value.
An interior composition conceived as a house
Spanning 371 sqm, the duplex has undergone a meticulous renovation that respects the spirit of the property while integrating contemporary, high level amenities. The layout evokes that of a private home rather than a traditional apartment, with a clear distinction between reception areas and private quarters.
The main level features a triple reception room bathed in natural light. Generous volumes, open perspectives and high quality materials create an atmosphere conducive to refined entertaining. The salons extend onto terraces, establishing a seamless dialogue between interior and exterior. An independent study, opening onto one of the terraces, provides a privileged workspace, a rarity in the very heart of the capital. A television room and a spacious eat in kitchen complete this level, designed to combine conviviality and elegance.
On the garden level, the sleeping quarters unfold in a more intimate ambiance. The primary suite, with its dressing rooms and bathrooms, meets the highest standards of <strong>luxury real estate</strong>. Five additional west facing bedrooms open directly onto the greenery. This immediate connection to the garden offers an exceptional quality of life, almost unimaginable within central Paris.
The property also includes a Scandinavian inspired sauna and a fitness room, reflecting a contemporary vision of residential comfort where well being is fully integrated into daily living.
<strong>225 sqm of private garden, an absolute rarity in Paris</strong>
The true privilege of this property lies in its outdoor spaces. A 225 sqm private garden, complemented by two terraces of 38 sqm and 21 sqm, forms a landscaped ensemble of remarkable scale.
In the <strong>Paris luxury real estate</strong> market, the presence of a substantial garden is a decisive criterion. Large properties with private outdoor areas are primarily found in emblematic sectors, notably in the <strong>16th arrondissement of Paris</strong> around <strong>Avenue Foch</strong>, where grand family apartments and monumental private mansions can be found. On the Left Bank, such configurations remain infinitely more confidential.
Here, the garden acts as a true extension of the reception rooms. It embraces the seasons, offers a precious green retreat and enhances the feeling of living in a secluded residence within a historic private mansion. This impression of a preserved island at the heart of the city is among the most sought after attributes for a discerning clientele.
<strong>Expertise at the service of rarity</strong>
Bringing such a property to market requires in depth knowledge of Parisian market dynamics and the expectations of a sophisticated international clientele. <strong>Luxury real estate</strong> is not merely defined by surface area or address, it is rooted in a comprehensive reading of heritage, architecture and intrinsic rarity.
In this context, <strong>Paris Ouest Sotheby’s International Realty</strong> stands out as a leading player. Historically renowned for its iconic addresses in the <strong>16th arrondissement of Paris</strong>, particularly near <strong>Avenue Foch</strong>, the agency extends its expertise across the capital’s most prestigious neighborhoods, from the Right Bank to the Left Bank.
Belonging to the <strong>Sotheby’s International Realty</strong> network enables each property to be positioned within a global perspective, while preserving the discretion essential to this market segment. The enhancement of a historic <strong>private mansion</strong> or an exceptional duplex calls for rigorous editorial expertise, capable of conveying the soul of a place without excess.
<strong>A sustainable vision of luxury real estate</strong>
The high end Parisian market remains structured around immutable fundamentals, location, architectural quality, generous volumes and the presence of outdoor space. Properties that combine all these criteria are limited in number, explaining their resilience and long term appeal.
The Left Bank, with its intellectual elegance and serene atmosphere, continues to attract clients sensitive to authenticity and history. Unlike certain more monumental sectors of the <strong>16th arrondissement of Paris</strong>, where <strong>Avenue Foch</strong> embodies a more spectacular vision of luxury, the Luxembourg Gardens district favors a more discreet, almost confidential sophistication.
This duplex fully embodies that tradition. It combines the scale of a <strong>private mansion</strong>, the softness of a private garden and the modernity of amenities designed for contemporary living. In a capital where every square meter is precious, offering more than 370 sqm, six bedrooms and nearly 300 sqm of private outdoor space represents an exceptional privilege.
Through this address, a certain vision of Parisian art de vivre is expressed, entertaining in luminous salons opening onto greenery, working in the calm of a study extended by a terrace, enjoying an intimate garden in the heart of the city, and walking to the emblematic cultural institutions of the Left Bank.
By unveiling such properties, <strong>Paris Ouest Sotheby’s International Realty</strong> reaffirms its role as a leading intermediary in <strong>luxury real estate in Paris</strong>, serving addresses that, through their history and rarity, stand as true pieces of heritage.
