An 18th-century dwelling with a 600m² floor area, terraces and lush grounds
with listed trees and a river, nestled in the French town of Écully in Greater Lyon
with listed trees and a river, nestled in the French town of Écully in Greater Lyon
Écully,
RHONE
rhones-alps
69130
FR
Location
The property lies in the north-west of Greater Lyon, in the charming town of Écully, which is known for its vibrancy, its restored historical homes and its prestigious schools in higher education. The dwelling is one of the town’s most beautiful buildings. It lies near schools and is close to shops and amenities for everyday needs. The city of Lyon is only 6.4 kilometres away via the Croix-Rousse tunnel. And buses on Lyon’s public transport network stop in Écully too.
Description
The property is entirely enclosed with walls. A solid double gate leads into it. The house, which dates back to the 18th century, stands in vast grounds that are listed as a protected wooded area. Two-hundred-year-old trees tower in these lush grounds. These majestic trees include maples, sequoias and plane trees. An island of bamboos, which you reach via a rustically sculpted bridge, lies by a river. The house is rectangular. It has a ground floor, a first floor and a second floor in the roof space. Each level offers a floor area of around 200m². The dwelling stands on the plot’s south corner. It is crowned with a hipped roof of flat tiles. The interior is flooded with natural light from an abundance of windows and French windows. Indeed, there are 39 windows in total. They are rectangular and fitted with shutters that are painted grey. The elevations are rendered on the top two floors. The facade displays classical symmetry: large windows stand evenly in several bays that are centred upon a central axis where the main door leads inside. Stone quoins and window surrounds neatly bring out the construction. The top-floor windows are smaller than the others and are fitted with wrought-iron guardrails. A canopy extends above the side entrance door in the south-west elevation. The tall windows have aluminium frames and double glazing. On the north-east side, an extensive rectangular terrace of wooden decking with glass windbreaks edges the dwelling. A gravelled area, made for relaxation, extends this terrace at the foot of the facade. The interior was fully renovated 15 years ago. The large terrace of fine gravel invites you to unwind in the shade of a catalpa tree.
The ground floor
A flight of three stone steps leads up to an entrance door. You step into a spacious hallway with a painted beamed ceiling and painted dado panelling. This hall has a terrazzo mosaic floor edged with a darker-toned band. A wooden staircase with finely crafted balusters leads upstairs. On either side of the hallway, there is a lounge, a dining room and a reception room. These elegant rooms have herringbone parquet, dado panelling and beamed ceilings. Their marble fireplaces are remarkable. The one in the dining room has a chimney breast embellished with a painting and the one in the lounge is adorned with glazed tiles. In addition to these reception spaces, there is a utility room, a lavatory, a pantry and a kitchen with a floor of old cement tiles.
The first floor
The first floor is bathed in natural light. It has three bedrooms, an office and a walk-in wardrobe. Wood strip flooring extends across the rooms. Each bedroom has a fireplace. There is also a storage space and two shower rooms with old-style washbasins. The master bedroom has a ceiling with sculpted cornices and round mirrors with mouldings above the doors. Its stone fireplace has jambs that are curved and fluted and a painted back wall. Above it, there is a mirror and a decorative oval shape with mouldings that has sculpted cherubs inside it and sculpted floral motifs around it.
The second floor
The top floor, in the roof space, has exposed beams that are painted white. A whole apartment has been created up here. It has four bedrooms, two shower rooms, a separate lavatory, a kitchen and a lounge with a view down over the garden.
The basement
The basement extends beneath the entire house. It includes a boiler room, a wine cellar, a workshop for storing gardening tools, and a garage with an electric door. Three vehicles can be parked inside this garage.
Our opinion
This splendid dwelling is elegant and spacious. Combining historical charm with modern comfort, this inviting house is nestled in a calm, lush backdrop. It is a true family home with perfect proportions, lying in an ideal location. Here you can appreciate both the delightful local area with its built heritage and this grand dwelling with its bucolic grounds dotted with remarkable, majestic trees. The town of Écully and the neighbouring city of Lyon offer events, amenities and countless shops for everyday life. In this unique property, you can enjoy a lifestyle that is at once peaceful and vibrant with a varied range of pleasures.
3 300 000 €
Fees at the Vendor’s expense
Reference 244295
| Land registry surface area | 6025 m2 |
| Main building surface area | 600 m2 |
| Number of bedrooms | 7 |
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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.
