A 260-m² flat in a private mansion from the 17th and 18th centuries,
in Lyon’s Ainay neighbourhood, within the 2nd arrondissement
in Lyon’s Ainay neighbourhood, within the 2nd arrondissement
Lyon,
RHONE
rhones-alps
69002
FR
Location
On Lyon’s peninsula, flanked on either side by the Rhône's and Saône's quays and recognised as a Unesco World Heritage Site, the flat is located in a building nestled between the place Ampère and the place Bellecour, directly opposite from the Hôtel de Villeroy and the Hôtel Lacroix-Laval, and only step’s away from Saint-Martin d’Ainay’s Basilica and the place Gailleton.
Pedestrian shopping streets, a daily green market, cinemas, theatres, restaurants, cafés, as well as childcare centres and renowned schools help contribute to this dynamic neighbourhood, one that is both lively and charming, while this address is also easily accessible thanks to a significant public transportation network (metro and bus), nearby major motorways, as well as the Perrache train station (ten minutes away on foot), the Part-Dieu train station, and, lastly, the Saint-Exupéry international airport.
Description
The flat is located in the Hôtel de Nervo, a five-storey private mansion considered to be one of the buildings that best characterises Lyon’s architectural heritage, as well as a historical dwelling that once saw the birth of Hélène de Montgeroult, a renowned pianist and composer from the 18th century. Accessible via a wrought-iron gate that opens on to a cobblestone main courtyard, the building features a number of patios that extend its outdoor spaces to the east and south.
As for its classical façade, with an understated and symmetrical design, it exudes a timeless elegance, whereas its front door, with moulded wood panels, provides access to a wide flight of stone stairs, winding its way around a cylindrical pillar and a stone arch, which is safeguarded by a simply designed wrought-iron bannister.
Meticulously maintained, the building also comes with amenities adapted to everyday life, such as an intercom, a bicycle and stroller storage closet, as well as a rotating parking spot in the courtyard.
As for its classical façade, with an understated and symmetrical design, it exudes a timeless elegance, whereas its front door, with moulded wood panels, provides access to a wide flight of stone stairs, winding its way around a cylindrical pillar and a stone arch, which is safeguarded by a simply designed wrought-iron bannister.
Meticulously maintained, the building also comes with amenities adapted to everyday life, such as an intercom, a bicycle and stroller storage closet, as well as a rotating parking spot in the courtyard.
The Flat
Located on the building’s first floor and featuring approximately 259 m² of floor area as well as quadruple exposure, the flat’s front door opens on to a foyer that provides access to two adjacent living areas: a drawing room of 45 m² and a dining room of 38 m², while, on the right, a small vestibule communicates with a kitchen and a utility room.
In addition, a hallway, extending on from the foyer, provides access, on the left, to a bedroom with its own private bathroom and lavatory, as well as a study and a storage area, whereas two additional bedrooms and two separate shower rooms, including one with a lavatory, are located on the right.
Last, but not least, a staircase leads to a guest bedroom and a former pantry, while the flat also comes with a vaulted, 40-m² cellar. As for the flat’s eye-catching original details, they have been mostly preserved, such as high ceilings with crown moulding and central roses, double doors, Versailles panel and herringbone parquet floors, pointed stone, as well as gilded marble and stone fireplaces.
Our opinion
This flat, featuring an exceptional location within the Hôtel de Nervo, is the kind of property that would delight both lovers of history and architectural heritage who are looking for a main residence or a pied-à-terre in the capital of the Gauls. Ideally located in Lyon’s Ainay neighbourhood, which exudes a “village-like” atmosphere, the flat is within immediate proximity to shops, schools, services and public transportation, while this charming living environment has preserved an understated elegance, which blends in seamlessly with its historical neighbourhood.
In addition, the possibility of creating an additional bedroom is an undeniable bonus, as is the rotating parking spot in the interior courtyard, a rare privilege in Lyon’s downtown area. Peaceful, tastefully renovated and with elegant proportions, which makes it amenable to a variety of configurations, this dwelling could be turned into a family residence, a flat for entertaining or a sumptuous office space.
1 550 000 €
Fees at the Vendor’s expense
Reference 221262
| Land registry surface area | 1262 m² |
| Total floor area | 275.18 m² |
| Number of rooms | 7 |
| Number of bedrooms | 3 |
| Possible number of bedrooms | 4 |
French Energy Performance Diagnosis
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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.
