The essence of a shared vision
We are among those who believe that French Heritage is the soul of our country.
As lovers of beautiful stones, we want these places of roots and history to continue to exist. Convinced that heritage should be lived, we created Prosper to re-enchant the use of exceptional French heritage sites. We renovate and furnish Monuments Historiques and take care of their maintenance for a complete experience.
Prosper is a turnkey solution for the ownership of castles, listed or registered as Historic Monuments, to make the life of a châtelain a reality: enjoying your castle becomes your sole pleasure, and we take care of everything else.
"Driven by a taste for the Beautiful, we invite you to discover our Historic Residences to experience exceptional moments."
Pierre-Emmanuel Chadefaux, Founder
A WORD FROM THE ARCHITECT
Thomas Jourdain's timeless universe
A graduate of the École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Versailles, he embodies Prosper's architectural vision.
Thomas infuses each project with a delicate balance between heritage and modernity. His creations reveal a unique sensibility, sublimating the history of the site.
"The restoration of our châteaux is based on a fine understanding of their singular histories. Through the architecture and furnishings, we take care to respect their past while infusing a contemporary art of living and timeless taste."
Thomas Jourdain,
Architect Prosper
A selection of local artisans
We work with local craftsmen, the guardians of exceptional know-how. Their mastery and passion bring life to the places we restore, revealing the unique character and authenticity of each château.
Hôtel Drouot as a privileged partner
Discover the furniture that graces your home, sourced from Drouot, a major player in the art market and finder of works of art.
Epeda for top-of-the-range bedding
Because your sleep is precious to us, we have selected the best bedding on the market, top-of-the-range and made in France.
ONE VISION, ONE TEAM
We enable lovers of fine stone to become owners of châteaux, so that they in turn can become transmitters of history and keep our national heritage alive.
The Prosper team
Prosper was founded by Pierre-Emmanuel, François and Matthieu, three enthusiasts of old stones and the hotel business. Their aim? To offer a solution that would allow us to perpetuate what constitutes our national DNA: French castles.
With a degree from ESSEC and over 7 years' experience in real estate with major real estate companies, Pierre-Emmanuel Chadefaux has always been passionate about old stones and castles. After several months as an incubated entrepreneur at Otium Capital, he created Prosper to pass on the joy of owning châteaux.
François Durvye, a graduate of X-Mines with 15 years' experience in strategy consulting, is currently Managing Director of Otium Capital and co-founder of Prosper. His passion for characterful residences and his personal experience of French chateaux make him a key player in sourcing new properties and in the financial packages offered to our customers.
Matthieu Chavanel worked for over 10 years at Extendam, one of the leaders in hotel investment, after graduating from EM Lyon. As co-founder of Prosper, his experience is essential to push the level of experience expected by Prosper owners to its maximum.
PROSPER PHILOSOPHY
The best experiences are the ones we share
Life's most precious moments are those we share with those we love. That's why we strive to create warm places where families can put down roots and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.
Preserving the past to invest in a more responsible future
Real estate investment can and should have a positive impact. We're convinced that it's better to rehabilitate existing heritage than to create more artificial land, taking an ecological and economic approach: we're breathing new life into tired castles in France and preserving historical heritage while supporting local players.
Our modernity means drawing on the past to build the future
At Prosper, we believe that the heritage of the past and the comfort of the future are not mutually exclusive. We fuse the old with the new: preserving the historic splendor of the château while introducing contemporary amenities and services to ensure a unique living experience for all our owners.
Elegance lies in simplicity
Our turnkey service removes the mental burden associated with owning a chateau as a second home. From finding the ideal chateau to managing its renovation and maintenance, we take care of every detail to ensure a stress-free experience for our customers.
Discover our collection of Monuments Historiques castles
All our châteaux are less than 2h30 from Paris or Lyon, so you can enjoy time with family and friends.
Calvados, Basse-Normandie
Tourpes Manor
A 16th-century mansion in Caen stone, just a stone's throw from the beaches of Normandy.
Calvados, Basse-Normandie
Château d'Argences
An exceptional residence in a green setting in the heart of Basse-Normandie.
Exceptional partners for an exceptional home
Laurence du Tilly creates an iconic universe
After more than 10 years working in advertising for leading brands, Laurence du Tilly became a designer, combining her two passions: cooking and decorating. Enthralled by "beauty" and the Art of living, she creates a world of furniture and decorative objects inspired by her own history.
"A special place, with special care taken with the decor and atmosphere, to make you feel "at home". "
art de vivre designer & stylist
A selection of objects from Meillart, at the pinnacle of art
We've selected a few design pieces for you, made by the finest craftsmen, designers and traditional manufacturers to bring a subtle touch of modernity to these old stones.
Maison Aguttes as a privileged partner
Discover the furniture that will adorn your home, from Maison Aguttes, a major player in the art market and art dealer.
Tediber for top-of-the-range bedding
Because your sleep is precious to us, we have selected the best bedding on the market, top-of-the-range and made in France.
Enjoy the Manoir de Tourpes in all seasons
Make the most of your castle and enjoy a variety of pleasures all year round.