In the heart of the historic center of Oloron-Sainte-Marie (64400), on Louis-Barthou street, this remarkable character building develops about 252 m² and consists of a commercial space of 31 m², a spacious duplex T4 of 131 m², as well as a second duplex of about 90 m² located on the lower levels, open to the Gave and fully customizable. A rare property offering a privileged living environment, great development potential, and an exceptional location.
The origins of this building probably date back to the end of the Middle Ages or the 16th century, before being redesigned in the 18th and 19th centuries. It still retains many authentic elements that testify to its history: stone walls, bousillage holes, wooden galleries typical of houses on the Gave, and beautiful volumes.
Entrance is from Louis-Barthou pedestrian street. The ground floor features a commercial space of 31 m² with a street-facing display window, ideal for a shop, a liberal profession, an office, or a workshop. A private hall leads to an elegant wooden staircase leading to the living area.
The main duplex includes:
On the first floor: a standalone kitchen of 17 m² with a pleasant view of the Gave, a spacious bright living room of about 32 m², a shower room, and separate toilets.
On the second floor: 3 large bedrooms of 14 m², 17 m², and 14 m², a bathroom, and separate toilets.
In the lower part of the property, 2 levels totaling about 90 m² are entirely to be developed. Although they are located below the pedestrian street level, they are open on the Gave side thanks to the natural slope of the land. They already have water and electricity supplies and can, after renovation, accommodate an independent apartment, a professional space, offices, a workshop, or any other project according to your needs.
At the rear, the building overlooks the Gave of Oloron. Several rooms benefit from an unobstructed view of the river, while the wooden gallery, characteristic of old houses in this neighborhood, gives the overall a particularly rare architectural charm.
Technical features: slate roof, heating and hot water supply provided by a city gas boiler, wooden double-glazed joinery for the living part, single-glazed wood on the lower levels, connection to the sewer system (consider a lifting system for the development of the lower levels).
This property will appeal both to lovers of fine old residences and investors or professionals wishing to combine living and activity. Its location, its historical character, and its numerous development possibilities make it a particularly rare property on the market.
Located on the Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle route, in the heart of a lively and commercial neighborhood, it benefits from a privileged situation: shops, schools, and a free shuttle accessible on foot, Pau in 40 minutes, the Gourette and La Pierre-Saint-Martin ski resorts as well as Spain in about 1 hour, and Biarritz in 1 hour 30 minutes.
A unique historic building, offering an exceptional living environment and remarkable potential in the heart of Oloron-Sainte-Marie.
