Property for sale in Arvieu, Aveyron, France

Located in the heart of the Lévézou region in Aveyron, just 10km from Lake Pareloup and 30 km from Rodez, this remarkable real estate ensemble is nestled in 3 hectares of verdure in an beautiful, idyllic setting. Quiet and with no close neighbors, it has undergone a recent and complete restoration; by combining careful decoration and refined finishings with ecological and quality materials, the original character has been preserved in all its elements, earning a label from La Fondation du Patrimoine. This old mill, a fine example of rural heritage of the region, is an ensemble of two residential houses facing south and several outbuildings structured around a stream and a small courtyard. It provides a unique opportunity, not only for a connaisseur of historic stone buildings, but also for any investor seeking to develop an activity in hostelry (seasonal or long-term rentals) and hosting of events. In addition to the main residence (+ 230 m²), the complex includes a lodge of almost 90 m² (rated 3 stars) accommodating up to 5 people, an exceptional barn of + 400 m², a large carport accommodating two vehicles, a cellar, a closed garage for two cars, two greenhouses, an old restored bread oven, and a covered terrace accessible from the living room of the main residence. The main residence, on 3 levels: Ground floor: A large entrance with, a laundry space contiguous with a large workshop to the right, and, to the left, a small exhibition room displaying old components of the original mill. Upstairs: A large living room, luminous with its numerous openings (including 2 French windows, one opening onto a covered terrace, ideal for summer meals, and the other to the back of the house), a fully equipped kitchen opening onto the living room, with a beautiful terra-cota wood stove. Next: Two bedrooms, a bathroom (installed in the old scullery), and separate WC. Top floor, an exceptional open space serving as a library, a large bedroom and a bathroom with WC. The library can be potentially divided to create an additional bedroom. Upon crossing the stream on a small metal bridge, a pleasant courtyard serves the outbuildings: Renovated from an old barn, above a large carport and a cellar, the lodge is independent. It comprises a spectacular living room with a wood stove and an open kitchen facing onto a small fenced terrace, two bedrooms, a bathroom, a separate toilet and a large closet. This accommodation is ideal for entertaining family, friends, or for hostelry. To the side, two small greenhouses transformed from old pigsties and covered with a transparent sheet roof are ideal for horticulture enthusiasts. They may also be adapted for other purposes. Opposite is a barn with two levels measuring 210 m² each. On the ground level, the old stables retain their original aspect. Ample under-beam height allows this space to be adapted to other purposes. On the second level, the barn with a spacious cathedral-type roof frame, is very spectacular and could serve perfectly as a reception room for weddings, seminars, concerts, an artisan’s workshop or other activities. A covered garage accommodating two vehicles is attached to the barn. Both levels of the old barn are accessible to deliveries necessary for the organization of events. The small courtyard outside, with its renovated semi-covered bread oven, can serve as an outdoor space for receptions, aperitifs, a smoking chamber, etc. The estate has been landscaped into a park along the entire course of the stream (1.5 km) and around the property. A garden flowering throughout the year has been created around the buildings. There is also a terraced vegetable garden and two orchards with about twenty fruit trees (apple, pear, peach, cherry, etc.). Above is a parking space for around ten cars. The surroundings are rural and wooded, ensuring tranquility of the environment. Virtual tour + indoord plans available upon request. Technical side: The roofs of all buildings, in lauze or slate, are in very good condition with renovation dating from 2007-2013. The large barn is equipped with photovoltaic panels (9kWp). The lodge and the house are equipped with solar panels for domestic hot water. The thermal insulation of the main residence consists of 10cm of duck feathers for the roof and 5cm of hemp-lime coating on the inside walls. For the lodge, there is 30cm of hemp wool for the roof and 10cm of hemp-lime coating on the walls, making the residences healthy and free of humidity. Heating of both residences is provided by geothermal heat pumps (underfloor heating for the lodge). In addition, the living rooms of the main house and the lodge are equipped with a wood stove. All windows of the residential buildings are made of wood and are equipped with insulating double glazing. Autonomous sanitation is ensured by a microstation dimensioned for approximately 10 people. The property is not connected to the public water network, but a source (with a 6,000L tank) and a domestic borehole give self-sufficiency in drinking water (analyzed regularly). Two additional rainwater tanks (7,000L and 3,000L) connected to the WC and washing machines ensure adequate water autonomy. Dpe C - ges A Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisks website: »