House with terrace Lavaur (81)
What if your next home could live in harmony with nature rather than impose upon it ? Just five minutes from Lavaur, nestled in the rolling hills of the Tarn countryside, lies a truly exceptional property. Built on stilts and featuring a timber-frame structure, this home is a genuine statement of sustainable living and ecological design. Nothing here has been left to chance. Every orientation, every material, and every opening has been carefully considered according to the principles of bioclimatic architecture, making the most of the sun, wind, seasons, and natural topography. Set within 2,300 sqm of landscaped grounds, the property offers 140 sqm of living space currently arranged as two independent units that can function separately or be combined to suit the needs of a family, a home-based business, or a hospitality project. Four bedrooms, two generous living areas, and two fully equipped kitchens create a remarkably flexible home that can evolve with your lifestyle. Yet what makes this property truly special is not immediately visible. The house follows the path of the sun. The traditional *soleillou*, pergola, covered terrace, and roof overhangs have all been precisely designed according to the sun's angle, maximizing passive solar gain in winter while protecting the interior from overheating during summer months. In winter, sunlight penetrates deep into the house, naturally warming the living spaces. In summer, shade takes over, preserving a comfortable indoor climate. A simple concept. An intelligent design. A sustainable solution. The materials tell the same story. Hemp-lime walls, wood-fibre insulation, lime plaster finishes, timber floors, cellulose insulation, compressed earth bricks, a double-glazed greenhouse, a thermal heat-capturing wall, and aluminium-timber triple-glazed windows all contribute to a healthy, breathable, and environmentally responsible home with exceptional thermal performance. Energy efficiency is equally important. Photovoltaic panels provide electricity for self-consumption, while a second installation generates power that is sold back to the grid. A hybrid wood-burning stove completes this carefully balanced energy ecosystem, designed to minimise reliance on external resources. The result ? A home that is warm in winter, cool in summer, filled with natural light throughout the year, and deeply connected to its surroundings. A place where you do not simply live in nature. You live with it. For those seeking a more responsible way of living without compromising on comfort, aesthetics, or quality of life, this property represents far more than a home. It is a philosophy. An invitation to live differently.
… $433,600
By Midi-pyrénées Sotheby’s International Realty
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