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Artful Escapes: Le Cœur du Ferret

In Cap Ferret, the latest private property from Iconic House presents a modern reinterpretation of the classic Arcachon Basin fisherman’s cabin

By Alexander Lobrano
Outdoor pool area with lounge chairs, surrounded by lush trees and greenery under a clear blue sky.
Le Cœur du Ferret. Photo: David Loridan


About an hour from Bordeaux, Cap Ferret is little known to foreigners, yet it serves as a Mecca for France’s creatives, including actress Marion Cotillard and designer Fabrice Juan. Here, Le Cœur du Ferret, the latest private property from Iconic House, presents a modern reinterpretation of the classic Arcachon Basin fisherman’s cabin. The home, which is available for total buyouts, was designed by local architect Frédéric Thet, with interiors by Jaune Architecture and art curation by Joséphine Fossey.

Cozy bedroom with wooden walls, a neatly made bed, colorful pillows, modern artwork, and a small bedside table with a book.
A guest room. Photo: David Loridan
Rustic kitchen with a large golden island, set for dining, surrounded by wooden beams and red cabinets with shelves.
The kitchen. Photo: Mr. Tripper

Le Cœur du Ferret offers seven en suite bedrooms; contemporary French and Mexican artwork; a convivial, yellow-tiled courtyard pool; an outdoor sauna; and use of a sporty electric car.

Wooden patio with outdoor furniture, dining table, sun loungers, and a pergola providing shade from the sunlight.
The patio. Photo: David Loridan
Tropical outdoor pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and lush greenery surrounding a wooden deck and modern building.
The pool. Photo: David Loridan
Garden with a wooden sauna, lush tropical plants, and a modern outdoor shower setup surrounded by greenery.
Sauna. Photo: David Loridan
Yellow open-top vehicle parked by the sea on a sunny day with sandy beach and blue water in the background.
Electric vehicle for guest use. Photo: David Loridan


A version of this article first appeared in print in our 2025 Summer Issue in the section “Artful Escapes.” Subscribe to the magazine.