Located in the heart of Roquebrune, just next to the fortress and facing Monaco and Cap Martin, we are offering for sale one of the real estate jewels of the Côte d’Azur. The property, originally built in the 13th century by a monastic order, has always been a landmark for the village throughout the years. Its magnificent buildings, situated adjacent to the house of the Principality’s governor, were revitalized by the renowned American photographer Henry Clarke, who transformed l’Aumônerie into his private residence. During the golden era of the Côte d’Azur, Clarke and his partner Raymond Poteau made this house a famous social venue. Among its most illustrious guests, Princess Grace deserves an honorable mention. She affectionately referred to the garden of l’Aumônerie as the finest Mediterranean garden on the Côte d’Azur and featured it in her renowned “Book of Flowers”. Once you visit the park and interiors of this special place, it won’t be difficult to understand why the princess fell in love with it.
Interiors:
The property spans across different buildings, thereby creating a main house and an annex. Several entrances are located on the streets of the medieval town of Roquebrune, providing access to the various floors and the park.
The renovation works undertaken by Clarke have resulted in the creation of multiple rooms and bathrooms, as well as kitchens and living rooms, making it perfect to accommodate numerous guests. Over 20 people can be hosted simultaneously in this breathtaking location overlooking the seaside.
The interiors are furnished with pieces and decorations of significant historical value. Notably, the paintings in one of the master bedrooms, depicting five exotic birds symbolizing the continents of the Earth, date back to the 18th century. Additionally, doors and engravings in l’Aumônerie bear witness to the passage of centuries. Throughout the property, a sense of history has been meticulously maintained, creating an atmosphere that transcends time.
