Exceptional Vernacular Architecture Facing the Ocean

Property Description

The centerpiece of a 19th-century Balnéaire-style residence, with its feet in the ocean. Facing the dunes and the Atlantic Ocean, this rare property offers total immersion in the raw beauty of the Landes coast. Located frontline on a 3,630 m2 plot, it blends architectural heritage, bohemian atmosphere, and spectacular sea views.

The main 266 m building is a remarkable testament to late 19th-century balneary architecture, typical of former beach-keeper houses or maritime structures. It features:

- a U-shaped plan designed to shelter a wind-sheltered courtyard,
- gently sloping canal-tile roofs supported by a beautiful exposed solid-wood framework,
- a central porch protruding forward, topped by a circular oculus that captures light and guides the gaze toward the ocean,
- wide awnings that extend outdoor living, in the spirit of old beach huts and watch posts.

The materials are simple and rugged, resistant to the elements: sandy plasters, wooden joinery, natural wooden floors. The ensemble tells a story of a time when living space had to dialog with nature while protecting its inhabitants.

A lifestyle between elegance and surf spirit.

Carefully rehabilitated, the house now echoes chic bohemia with its historic foundations: antiques, artisanal objects, a double-height library, light-toned wooden floors, and a suspended surf board as a nod to the place.

Each room invites contemplation, with a subtle staging of natural light and openings framed on the horizon. A vast west-facing terrace extends the reception area to admire the sunset from the dunes.

A guest house and various potential uses.

Additionally, a 101 m2 outbuilding facilitates hosting guests, staff, or envisaging a premium rental project. The entire site is ideally suited for activities such as a charming guesthouse, an intimate events venue, a prestige secondary residence, or a wellness, creative, or sports retreat.

An intact and privileged natural setting.

Surrounded by the elements—sand, ocean, pines—and only a few kilometers from Hossegor, this property embodies a rare form of wild, elegant living in harmony with its environment.

Contact: Marie-Julie Lvque
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