Château d’Hauteville

BUILDING HISTORY

The known origins of the Hauteville region date back to the 16th century and historic records reveal its gradual development and expansion through the subsequent 300 years. The current form of the Château d’Hauteville took shape during the pinnacle of the age of  Enlightenment (1760s-1780s) and the château reflects the lifestyle and tastes of that period. Like many other grand residences of this age, the Château d’Hauteville was more than a home. It was a space for cultural expression, intellectual conversation, and a site for testing the latest advancements in science, technology, and experimental agriculture.  It is our hope that Pepperdine students will experience a unique connection to this chapter of history, not by simply living within an 18th-century building, but rather by manifesting the same beneficial spirits of that age: a love of intellectual inquiry, an appreciation of beauty, creating space for cultural expression, and a thirst for exploring the unknown. 

Student Housing

Undergraduate students will enjoy a one-of-a-kind living experience, as they reside in the historic Château d’Hauteville. With room configurations ranging from cozy doubles to spacious octuples, each student will have their own comfortable living space. Recently revamped, each room exudes a modern feel while preserving its historical charm. Students will have access to shared bathroom facilities equipped with showers and toilets.

Graduate students will be housed in a newly renovated building on the Château d’Hauteville grounds, commonly referred to as the Orangerie. This newly refurbished space, formerly a wood storage barn, has been transformed into a state-of-the-art residency facility with single occupancy rooms. Surrounded by agricultural fields and vineyards, graduate students will have access to a fully equipped, professional kitchen and a stunning dining hall.

Academic Facilities

All academic facilities are located in the Château d’Hauteville. Each classroom, located in a room of exceptional historical importance, can accommodate between 20 and 35 students. Both undergraduate and graduate students will share these facilities. In total, there are 7 classrooms and a library available for student use. Inside the library, students will have access to shared printers.