Carved into the Luberon limestone above Ménerbes, two connected homes form a vaulted stone labyrinth with exceptional architectural character. Set in one of Provence’s most sought-after hillside zones, the estate stands out as a rare example of rock-carved residential design.

Located near Piazza Santo Spirito, this former 19th-century theater tower was reimagined by Stefano Tozzi, a Florentine architect with experience at renowned studios like Natalini and Arata Isozaki and collaborations with celebrated architects Daniel Libeskind and Zaha Hadid.

With a listing price of $19.5 million and starting bids ranging from $7.5 million to $14 million, bidding for this exceptional estate opens on January 16 at 4:00 PM EST and closes on January 29, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST, offered through Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions.

Built in 1916 by Francis Burrall Hoffman Jr. as a birthday gift for a 16-year-old heiress, the Woodhouse Playhouse features a 75-foot great hall that once hosted legends like John Barrymore. Explore the rich history of East Hampton’s last Woodhouse estate remnant, now a stunning residence.

Nestled in a desert landscape and featuring a unique pod-structure, the one-of-a-kind property feels distinctly other worldly.