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The Peyne House, located in Laurede in the Landes (New Aquitaine), is a monument dating from the 1st quarter of the 17th century. It is distinguished by its preserved architecture, including its original facades, roofs and interior elements, such as the vestibule staircase, huisseries, fireplaces and woodwork in the dining room. A notable historical detail is the presence of a cache intended for refractory priests, reflecting the religious tensions of the time.

Classified as a Historic Monument by order of 7 July 1987, Maison Peyne also includes two protected outbuildings. Its inscription covers structural and decorative elements, emphasizing its heritage importance. The precise location, although noted as 'passable' (level 5/10), is documented via the official address and GPS coordinates, facilitating its identification in the Landscape.

The monument is part of the rural context of the 17th century Landes, an area marked by an agro-pastoral economy and post-Reform religious conflicts. The houses of this period often served as shelters or assembly places for local communities, while embodying the social status of their owners. The Peyne House, with its secret cache, thus illustrates the architectural adaptations related to the religious persecutions of the time.

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