Thibault Villa was built by Claudine's parents, Robert and Cecile Thibault in 1952/1953. It was the first house built for miles around in post-war torn France. It was the first with indoor plumbing and more "modern" features for the time.
Robert, 46 at the time, was a popular mayor and a successful businessman. But he had never owned his own home. So he took great pride in having the architect design something grand and expressive.
The villa is now more than 65 years old. The time has flashed by in an eon. But thanks to an extraordinary high quality construction and masonry foundations that are almost 18" thick made of locally sourced materials, a beautiful clay tile roof and modern amenities like sound deadening double-pane insulated windows, you get the best of the traditional mixed with the modern.
