A 19th-century presbytery with a walled garden, nestled between the towns
of Millau and Rodez among the hills and lakes of France’s beautiful Aveyron department
of Millau and Rodez among the hills and lakes of France’s beautiful Aveyron department
Ségur,
AVEYRON
midi-pyrenees
12290
FR
Location
The Lévézou plateau lies in the heart of France’s Aveyron department, in the south of the Massif Central mountain range. The highest summit in this enchanting area between the towns of Millau and Rodez is that of the mountain Puech del Pal, at an altitude of 1,155 metres. This region of hills and lakes has kept its wealth and vibrancy, as much from its agriculture as from its tourism. Near the property, Pareloup lake offers a range of leisure activities. And walking trails snake around the plateau. The hamlet in which the presbytery lies is 20 minutes from Rodez and 25 minutes from Millau via the A75 motorway. The collection of old buildings that form this quaint hamlet includes one of the region’s most beautiful Romanesque churches, which dates back to the 11th century. The city of Montpellier with its train station is 1 hour and 30 minutes away. And you can get to Rodez airport in just 30 minutes.
Description
The presbytery stands in a walled garden in the shade of an age-old hornbeam tree. The edifice comes into view beyond a large carriage entrance. Its plain facade with exposed stonework displays pleasant symmetry. On the north side, outhouses offer possibilities for development. A gabled roof of local stone tiles crowns the house. This roof was recently renovated completely. The house’s south-facing elevation is punctuated with a sculpted central doorway and eight windows. Most of the windows are large-paned and the others are small-paned. The windows have ashlar surrounds and are fitted with painted shutters. A terrace at the same level as the ground floor links the entrance to the garden. And a discreet annexe adjoins the house on its east side. Lastly, on the north side, there are two outbuildings. One of them needs to be renovated. These outbuildings offer a range of possibilities for development, for example for creating a workshop or a guesthouse.
The presbytery
The ground floor
Stone slabs adorn the floor of the entrance hall, which leads to an old double quarter-turn staircase. These stairs take you to the upper floors via landings and intermediate landings that form cosy nooks set back. Both the lounge and dining room each feature a large stone fireplace in working order. The lounge’s fireplace has a brick hearth and a timber mantelpiece. These rooms connect to a kitchen that has been fully renovated. The floors have terracotta tiles. All the windows on this floor and on the upstairs levels have been renovated in a traditional style and fitted with double glazing. From the lounge, a door leads to a pantry, which also serves as a technical installations room and takes you out into the garden.
The first floor
The first floor has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Old wood strip flooring extends across the rooms. Thin wooden boards also run across the ceilings. And some of the rooms are wallpapered. The main bedroom has a carpeted floor. Its walls and ceiling are embellished with flower-patterned wallpaper. The room features a monumental stone fireplace with brickwork and a timber mantelpiece.
The second floor
The second floor has three large bedrooms with wood-strip flooring and carpeting. There is also a shower room on this floor. A door leads to a high-ceilinged spare room with wood-strip flooring and heating. This rooms needs to be converted. Its could easily be turned into a games room. Two windows bring natural light into it.
The attic
The roofing, with local stone tiles from the nearby town of Curan, lies upon a recent frame of solid oak. The roof space offers a large loft with a floor area of over 30m² and a considerable ceiling height up to the roof ridge. This extensive space, filled with natural light from a window on the west side, could be converted.
The outbuildings
The workshop
This workshop stands at the entrance to the grounds, on the left. It offers a floor area of around 10m². A large door leads into it. Gardening tools and equipment could be stored in here. The room could also serve as a woodstore.
The barn
The old barn stands to the north of the presbytery. It has an upstairs floor and looks out at the garden. The building needs to be renovated completely. It lies in an ideal spot and could be a self-contained housing unit, so it is a precious asset for the property.
The garden
The walled garden has been well maintained. It is dotted with majestic trees and enjoys absolute privacy. A statue of the Virgin Mary marks one corner. Low walls and stone tiles adorn this splendid outdoor space where you can wander, relax and host friends in the shade of an age-old hornbeam tree.
Our opinion
This authentic 19th-century presbytery is a charming dwelling tucked away in a calm region of south-west France where grassy expanses and hills stretch to the horizon, dotted with flocks of sheep. Here, in this remarkable bucolic backdrop, a soothing atmosphere reigns in the shade of the hamlet’s church tower. The spacious country home is elegantly plain in style. Its architecture is typical of France’s Aveyron department. The edifice lies close to a large town and is nestled in a region known for its vibrancy. The current owners have given the place pleasant touches of comfort that make it warm and welcoming. It could be a family home, far from urban bustle. Indeed, its rural setting is a precious asset and the promise of a relaxing lifestyle.
Reference 146765
| Land registry surface area | 1451 m2 |
| Main building surface area | 234 m2 |
| Number of bedrooms | 6 |
| Outbuilding surface area | 85 m2 |
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NB: The above information is not only the result of our visit to the property; it is also based on information provided by the current owner. It is by no means comprehensive or strictly accurate especially where surface areas and construction dates are concerned. We cannot, therefore, be held liable for any misrepresentation.
