Midi-Pyrénées, Aveyron, Arvieu, France

Nestled in the heart of a peaceful hamlet, this beautiful manor house, whose origins date back to 1635, underwent modifications around 1770 and subsequently over time. The 156 sq m (1,688 sq ft) of living space also includes 70 sq m (753 sq ft) of attic space suitable for conversion, an outbuilding, a covered courtyard, and a garage. The property sits on a flat, enclosed plot of 315 sq m (3,348 sq ft) with a well and spring water. It is located 5 minutes from all shops and services, 10 minutes from the beach and port of Lake Pareloup, and 25 minutes from Rodez. After passing through the wrought-iron gate, you will discover this lovely courtyard with, to the left, a charming covered area where you can dine or relax in the shade. Adjacent to this is a laundry room with a toilet. To the right, the charming 50 sq m outbuilding on two levels can serve as a workshop, storage space, wellness area, or anything else you desire. An entrance hall welcomes you and sets the tone: this is a property with considerable character and features that bear witness to another era, including a beautiful staircase, exposed beams, cut stone, superb woodwork, fireplaces, traditional parquet floors, and high ceilings. To the left is a kitchen/dining room with a large, open, arched stone fireplace, complete with an ash pan and a small garden. Adjoining this is a bathroom and a toilet. To the right is a lovely living room with a fireplace. Completing this level is a pantry containing a well and, next to it, a vaulted cellar. On the first floor, you will find four spacious bedrooms ranging from 15 to 22 sq m. Each bedroom has a fireplace, and one has an en-suite shower room with a toilet. From the landing, there is also direct access to the garage, which can accommodate a vehicle or boat. On the top floor, approximately 70 sqm of attic space (1.80 m ceiling height) offers the potential for many possibilities: a dormitory, additional bedrooms, a games room with a pool table, a living room with a large screen TV and home cinema... This property will appeal to those seeking authenticity, character, and the charm that only buildings steeped in history can possess. Ideal as a primary or secondary residence, or even for a bed and breakfast project. Technical details: Stone house, traditional oak frame, poplar sheathing, slate and flagstone roof, double-glazed wooden windows, wooden shutters in PVC with a golden oak finish, Styrodur insulation, electric radiators and open wood-burning fireplaces in each room, 200L electric water heater, electrical system needs updating, connected to mains drainage, possibility of fiber optic connection, a well with a motor pump. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: