An exceptional villa, rare on the market
A breathtaking view of Lake Neuchâtel, direct forest protection, no direct neighbors, and immediate rental income.
Located on the heights of Châbles (FR), in the residential area of Rafor, this architect-designed glued laminated timber villa from 2014 offers an exceptional living environment combining construction quality, energy performance, and a privileged natural location.
The property consists of two completely independent units with a total living area of approximately 201 m² spread over three levels.
The main unit (~144 m², 6.5 rooms) is organized over two levels with a large open living room-kitchen extended by a pergola and a terrace, five bedrooms including a bright mezzanine, and a full bathroom. From all main rooms, the view of Lake Neuchâtel is unobstructed and permanent.
The ground floor apartment (~57 m², 3 rooms) has a completely independent entrance, a private terrace, and an adjoining garden. It is currently rented with an ongoing lease, generating rental income upon handover of the keys. For a buyer wishing to occupy the entire property, the two apartments can be combined into a single unit — the configuration of the levels naturally allows for this.
On the facade opposite the lake, a dense forest directly borders the property. The legal building distances registered in the RDPPF cadastre definitively guarantee the absence of any construction in this direction. Absolute peace certified DS II.
The villa boasts a class B energy performance, thanks to its insulated wooden structure (180 mm mineral wool), its high-efficiency joinery (Uw 1.3 W/m²K), and its ELCO AEROTOP heat pump with underfloor heating per level. No energy work is to be expected.
The two large plots represent an exceptional total area — approximately three times the average of local comparables — with a landscaped garden, raised vegetable patch, orchard, three-car covered carport, and terraces. Residual development potential on the main plot opens up the possibility of a future extension (subject to validation by the competent authorities).
Key points:
Access: Estavayer-le-Lac 5 min · Yverdon-les-Bains 15 min · Fribourg 30 min · Lausanne 50 min · Bern 55 min · Lake and forest on foot
Some figures:
A breathtaking view of Lake Neuchâtel, direct forest protection, no direct neighbors, and immediate rental income.
Located on the heights of Châbles (FR), in the residential area of Rafor, this architect-designed glued laminated timber villa from 2014 offers an exceptional living environment combining construction quality, energy performance, and a privileged natural location.
The property consists of two completely independent units with a total living area of approximately 201 m² spread over three levels.
The main unit (~144 m², 6.5 rooms) is organized over two levels with a large open living room-kitchen extended by a pergola and a terrace, five bedrooms including a bright mezzanine, and a full bathroom. From all main rooms, the view of Lake Neuchâtel is unobstructed and permanent.
The ground floor apartment (~57 m², 3 rooms) has a completely independent entrance, a private terrace, and an adjoining garden. It is currently rented with an ongoing lease, generating rental income upon handover of the keys. For a buyer wishing to occupy the entire property, the two apartments can be combined into a single unit — the configuration of the levels naturally allows for this.
On the facade opposite the lake, a dense forest directly borders the property. The legal building distances registered in the RDPPF cadastre definitively guarantee the absence of any construction in this direction. Absolute peace certified DS II.
The villa boasts a class B energy performance, thanks to its insulated wooden structure (180 mm mineral wool), its high-efficiency joinery (Uw 1.3 W/m²K), and its ELCO AEROTOP heat pump with underfloor heating per level. No energy work is to be expected.
The two large plots represent an exceptional total area — approximately three times the average of local comparables — with a landscaped garden, raised vegetable patch, orchard, three-car covered carport, and terraces. Residual development potential on the main plot opens up the possibility of a future extension (subject to validation by the competent authorities).
Key points:
- Lake Neuchâtel view · No direct neighbors · Forest under permanent protection
- 2014 timber construction · Energy class B · No foreseeable work
- Immediate rental income or possible reunification into a single unit
- Two large plots · Residual building potential
- 3-car carport · Pergola · Terraces · Garden · Vegetable patch · Orchard
Access: Estavayer-le-Lac 5 min · Yverdon-les-Bains 15 min · Fribourg 30 min · Lausanne 50 min · Bern 55 min · Lake and forest on foot
Some figures:
- Living area: ≈ 201 m²
- Rooms: 9.5 total
- Land: 2 plots (exceptional area +2'700 m2)
- Heating: Heat pump + underfloor heating + Swedish stove
- Energy class: B
- Parking: 3 covered spaces + 2 outdoor spaces
- Year of construction: 2014
