Description
Rare on the market, the villa 'Les Eaux Douces' is an exceptional waterfront property, located in the heart of Thonon-les-Bains, just steps from the Port of Rives and the famous funicular connecting the quays to the town center. Its prime location makes it a unique residence, combining prestige, charm, and direct access to Lake Geneva.
Built in the 1860s, this historic home embodies the elegance of the Belle Epoque. Over the years, it has undergone several transformations, including the construction of a private-use port at the end of the 19th century and a boathouse designed to house the steam yacht of Baron Henri Pierre Edouard de Bonnemains, the first mayor of Paris's 16th arrondissement. In 1925, the property was acquired by the industrial Dupont family (Dupont d'Isigny), whose descendants still own it today.
The villa 'Les Eaux Douces' is set within a landscaped park of approximately 5,600 m2. The estate includes an independent caretaker's house (T3) of 60 m2 with two garages, and a charming guest pavilion (45 m2) with a 45 m2 terrace, located above the 80 m2 boathouse.
The main residence offers around 480 m2 of living space and boasts impressive volumes: a large reception lounge with high ceilings opening onto a covered terrace overlooking the lake, a small lounge, a dining room, a billiard room, a kitchen, eight family bedrooms including one with a terrace, five service rooms, five bathrooms, and a partially excavated basement.
Situated just steps from the fishing port and close to shops and amenities, this emblematic lakeside property embodies a rare lifestyle, blending historic heritage with natural charm. It features a private-use port, a slipway, and various rare installations that, due to coastal protection laws, can no longer be built offering future owners a unique and privileged connection to the lake.
For lovers of history, architecture, and exceptional estates, the villa 'Les Eaux Douces' represents a unique opportunity to restore a jewel of Thonon-les-Bains' real estate heritage and the shores of Lake Geneva. A significant renovation budget should naturally be anticipated to restore the residence to its former glory and revive the elegance of its era. It is exceptional for a property combining so many assets remarkable history, character architecture, direct lake access, private-use port, boathouse, slipway, and a central location to be offered for sale.
The villa 'Les Eaux Douces' is not merely a residence; it is a legacy, a living page of history, ready to write its future.
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