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This house in La Rochelle consists of two main building bodies, framed by a courtyard bounded by sheds and a stone staircase tower. A wooden gallery completes this architectural ensemble. The facade, made of cut stone, has two spans, while a median corridor serves interior spaces. The screw staircase, also made of stone, is integrated into the tower, typical of old buildings.

The arcade porches bordering the house evoke a medieval style, with a screwed staircase tower probably dating from the 15th century. The elevations on the courtyard, on the other hand, seem to go back to the seventeenth century, while the facade on the street underwent modifications in the nineteenth century. These successive transformations illustrate the architectural evolution of the building throughout the eras.

Classified as a Historical Monument, this house is protected for its arcade, registered by decree of 20 June 1928. Its location at 19 rue Chef-de-Ville (or 21 according to GPS sources) makes it a remarkable testimony to the urban heritage of La Rochelle, mixing medieval, classical and modern heritage.

The location, although specified by coordinates, remains approximate, with an estimated accuracy to passable (level 5/10). No information is available about its access to the public, its current vocation (visit, rental, accommodation) or any services offered.

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