Expansive Luxury Mansion on the canal in the heart of Brugge

Exceptional Five-Story Waterfront Mansion in Historic Bruges. Offered for sale with a starting price, bids are invited from the listed amount. The selling price is not fixed, and the seller reserves the right to accept or reject any offer. Nestled in the heart of Bruges’ medieval center, this extraordinary five-story waterfront mansion, dating to the 11th century or earlier, seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern luxury. Painstakingly restored using the finest materials by artisans endorsed by Queen Elizabeth II, this expansive residence boasts a serene garden that flows into the iconic canals, offering unparalleled tranquility in the city’s historic core. A grand entrance hall, adorned with authentic flooring and soaring 18-foot ceilings, bathes in natural light from a glass roof three stories above. Flanking the hall, a cherry wood library and a cozy leather-paneled den, each warmed by a wood-burning fireplace, invite quiet relaxation. The art deco music room, framed by magnificent stained-glass windows and a gas fireplace, flows effortlessly into a luminous dining room crowned with a glass ceiling and another gas fireplace. Expansive French doors frame breathtaking canal views, enhancing the dining experience. Adjacent, a state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen features a separate wet bar with one of two chilled beer taps in the home. A silk-paneled formal drawing room, complete with a grand wood-burning fireplace, opens through French doors to a rose-draped Juliet balcony overlooking the lush garden and canals. The first floor houses the master sleeping suites, designed for ultimate comfort. Two expansive bedrooms with sitting areas serve as his-and-hers retreats, each with a private ensuite bathroom and connected by a discreet alcove. The larger suite boasts a walk-in closet and a gas-burning fireplace. Two additional bedrooms, one with its own ensuite bathroom, complete this level. A spacious yet serene reading nook off the landing offers a private haven for reflection. The second floor features a sophisticated office with sweeping views of Bruges’ iconic skyline, perfect for work or grand gatherings. A fully self-contained two-story apartment, complete with its own kitchen, living space, bathroom, and mezzanine bedroom, provides an ideal retreat for guests, staff, or a private studio. An additional bedroom with an ensuite bathroom rounds out this level. The third floor, offering commanding views over Bruges and its canals, includes two spacious bedrooms and a sitting area, creating a private sanctuary ideal for larger families or additional guest accommodations. The garden level is a haven of leisure, featuring a stylish bar with the home’s second chilled beer tap, a billiard room with a ventless gas fireplace, and a double-vaulted game room with a massive wood-burning fireplace and built-in BBQ grill. A summer dining area opens to the garden, complemented by a wine cellar, fitness room, sauna, and an additional bathroom. The utility room houses 15 bicycles, a modern laundry with an electric mangle, a new gas furnace, and the infrastructure for the residence’s signature chilled beer taps. The meticulously landscaped city and water garden merges seamlessly with the canals, creating a serene oasis in the heart of Bruges. A rare private boat landing, one of the few in the city, enhances the property’s exclusivity. This extraordinary property offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a historic masterpiece in one of Bruges’ most coveted locations.