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Origin and history

The house adjacent to the fortified gate of the castle of Carennac, former priory, has remarkable architecture with a large broken arcade on the street, typical of the 15th century. This arcade, without a chamfer, gives access to the ground floor of the main body. A square staircase tower, located at the junction of the main body and the wing in return, completes the architectural ensemble.

In its present state, the residence dates mainly from the sixteenth century, although some elements, such as the arcade, might go back to a previous work campaign. It is also known as Eyrolle House or Gaucher House, perhaps reflecting its former owners or occupants. The facades and roofs were classified as Historic Monument by order of 2 February 1938, highlighting their heritage value.

The location of this monument, in the village of Carennac in Occitanie, suggests a historical role linked to the former priory and the nearby castle. Medieval houses of this type were often used as housing for local dignitaries or families linked to religious or seigneurial administration. Their proximity to fortified structures, such as castle gates, reinforced their strategic and social importance in the community.

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