Nenuphar is a two storey townhouse in the centre of the old town of Marseillan. The 800 year old back wall is the original city wall, curved and larger than the front would suggest. Old houses in Marseillan were not built with 90 degree angles and this house is a real surprise on entry.
The house has been completely remodelled inside to enable the construction of a mezzanine at the top of the house creating a third floor opening onto a roof terrace with a stunning view of the tiled roofs and church. Because of this structure, Nenuphar is also an upside down house with the luminous living area sitting above the bedrooms and bathroom in another living area below.
Nenuphar - Ground floor
The front door and sliding garage door open into a large interior space currently used as a laundry area with washing machine and sink, and garage. The stairwell at the back gives access to the upper floors. Guests can park their car inside in security and in the summer months in Marseillan, parking is at a premium.
Nenuphar – First floor
On this floor are two bedrooms, both with double beds and one with a large single (old-fashioned French double measuring 1.2 metres wide) bed in addition. The large bedroom can be partitioned off to create three private spaces. One bathroom has a WC and a bath, the other a WC and a large shower. There is a lounge area with an extra double sofa bed if needed.
The controls for the air-conditioning / heating system are on this floor ensuring that the bedrooms are cool and comfortable in the hottest part of the summer. There is also a music system with radio, CD and tapes if you wish to bring your own favourites. One of the bathrooms has tadelakt walls and this lime finish is also used elsewhere in the bedrooms.
Nenuphar – Second floor
This is the level where all of our guests spend most of their time. The exposed stone curved back wall sets off the wide space housing the kitchen, the dining area and the living room with french windows opening onto the roof terrace. The terrace table and chairs for six, a barbecue and a fountain. Sunset drinks overlooking the village rooftops is a must.
The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric vitro-ceramic hob top, microwave and a dishwasher. In the house you will find a house guide and tourist information.
The house has many unique features and designs in the decoration and luminosity of the spaces. The owners have chosen to use natural colours and lime finishes for the walls as they prefer these traditional techniques and feel they enhance the structural aspects of the original house. The wall finishes and frescoes were done by the owners as it is a personal home as well as a space that they are happy to share with visitors. They appreciate the visitors that recognize these unique aspects and show respect for the house as a part of their special holiday.
