A farmstead with two residential buildings, an outbuilding and the remains of a former 16th-century mill, two hours from Paris in the Nivernais region
A farmstead with two residential buildings, an outbuilding and the remains of a former 16th-century mill, two hours from Paris in the Nivernais region.
The property is situated near a small village in the Nièvre region, with a few shops, a bakery and patisserie that also sells newspapers, and a butcher's renowned for the excellence of its local produce, whose owner is a leading figure in Parisian gastronomy. His shop and restaurant are frequented by local residents and passing tourists. A few minutes from the village, an SNCF station provides a service to Paris-Bercy in 2 hours. A place of historical interest thanks to its heritage, its 16th-century church and its old fountain, restored in 2004, where excavations revealed the presence of ancient relics.
Rolling countryside that has preserved its authentic villages and nature reserves. A short distance from the village, a winding road leads onto a private access road that takes you to the property. The ruins of a stone tower remain, enhanced by the surrounding vegetation. These are the remains of a former 16th-century windmill, a structure built of limestone rubble that could be restored and converted. The track leads to a parking area, a gravel courtyard bordered by carved stone balls. An old stone outbuilding stands next to the two other houses. The first residential building, accessed via a path lined with ornate paving slabs, features a terrace. Nearby, a second dwelling stands out due to its unique woodshed, lit by stained-glass windows from an old building in Versailles. A former henhouse and a vegetable garden will delight grow-your-own-food enthusiasts. The grounds are home to numerous cypress trees, a setting enhanced by a spectacular view.
First houseBuilt in the rural architectural style, the first building is a narrow, elongated structure, with two storeys. It features numerous windows, ensuring a bright interior. The windows and patio doors are fitted with shutters in "Poyaudin blue". The gabled roof, covered in flat Burgundy tiles, has been restored. It is topped with dormer windows featuring finely crafted metal railings. A timber-framed building, currently used as an artist's studio, and a woodshed with antique stained-glass windows, are attached to the main house.
The ground floor
The house is entered via a large, light-filled room, which serves as both a living room and dining room. This space has retained its authenticity, with massive exposed oak beams, an antique terracotta-tiled floor and a fireplace with a cast-iron wood-burning stove. It provides direct access to the first floor via a staircase with balusters. A fitted kitchen with storage and an antique stone sink opens onto the terrace for the warmer months. A few steps lead to a landing and a second wooden staircase leading to the upstairs bedrooms. Further along, there is access to a painter's studio opening onto the surrounding countryside through large patio doors. This space has retained its exposed beams and terracotta floor tiles. A window featuring a stained-glass panel, authentic wood panelling and Victorian-style cupboards from the set of Jean-Jacques Annaud's film "Two Brothers" characterise the space. The second part of the room is dedicated to the studio, serving as a workspace and storage area for paints. The space is heated by a pellet stove.
The first floor
The staircase leading to the first floor is lit by an antique stained-glass window depicting a medieval castle. A landing leads to a shower room and toilet, followed by two bedrooms with wide-plank parquet flooring, featuring wardrobes and storage. The windows are double-glazed, as are all the windows in the house. The second staircase leads to a very large room, a children's dormitory with wooden flooring, featuring an en-suite bathroom with a toilet. Another bedroom completes this ...
