Jean Cocteau House
Jean Cocteau House, Historic villa in Milly-la-Forêt, France
Description
The Jean Cocteau House is a 16th-century villa in Milly-la-Forêt that once belonged to a larger castle complex. It contains several living spaces with original furnishings, artworks, and collections that offer insight into the artist's daily life.
History
The building dates from the 16th century and was originally part of a castle complex from the 13th century. Cocteau moved here around 1947 and made it his permanent home and workspace until his death in 1963.
Culture
The house shows how Cocteau lived as an artist and integrated his creative work into his home. Throughout the rooms, you can see personal objects and handmade pieces that reveal how he blended daily life with artistic practice.
Practical
The house is furnished with original items and can be toured through its rooms to see how Cocteau lived there. The residence is compact and easy to navigate, so a visit does not require a lot of time.
Did you know?
Cocteau used the attic as his summer studio, turning the space under the roof into his personal artistic retreat. He kept his collection of pastel drawings and works in this quiet corner away from the main living areas.
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