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Magnificent renovated farm. Entered into the history of watchmaking

IN 1985, THIS RESTORED OLD FARM HAD RECEIVED THE NEUCHÂTEL PRIZE FOR HEIMATSCHUTZ.THE PAST TO THE PRESENTWhen architecture is combined with the past, or how to bridge three and a half centuries of history.Between the original "beautiful room" and the modern living room installed in the old barn, there is only a simple wooden door. And a leap of three and a half centuries. But no shock: just life continuing, in the gentle hills of this northern end of the Val-de-Ruz.It is a Jurassic farm, like some still remaining in the region. Built in 1652, it had belonged, throughout the last century, to the same family of modest peasants, the Scheideggers. When the father died in the sixties, the mother and daughter continued to live there as if they were in the previous century, with only just enough electricity and water to be drawn from the cistern. The tiny habitable part consisted of the hearth (the kitchen), the "beautiful room" where one only entered on holidays, and above, a small room: the "grandfather's room", which was accessed by a trapdoor by climbing onto the stove. All the rest was the barn and the empty stable. The house was abandoned in the mid-seventies when, the mother having died, the daughter had to be placed in a home.For ten years, Henri and Paule Schneider had been searching the region for a farm to renovate. They must have passed by this old building ten times: cracked walls, a roof ready to collapse, a rotten structure... What prompted them, on this summer day in 1979, to take a look inside? And there, in what remained of the kitchen, a column supported a blackened hearth where a small wood stove sat, and they stopped in front of the column: a masterpiece of a corner column in cut stone, sculpted, intact, beautiful as on the first day, supporting a chimney with a straight lintel. They bought the column... with the ruins around it. Not without having to compensate an investor who wanted to install vacation apartments there. Purchase price: 50,000 francs. The Heimatschutz then stepped in and immediately classified the facade. For the rest... the brave owners began an adventure similar to the one told by Katharina von Arx in Ma Folie Romainmôtier.Henri Schneider, an ETS engineer in watchmaking, and his wife Paule - "no training but passions" - worked with local artisans, rediscovering techniques, relearning traditional gestures, transforming themselves, from weekend to weekend, into laborers, masons, carpenters, draftsmen, historians. First objective: the rough construction. Jean-Louis Geiser, a carpenter from La Ferrière, built the new structure, calculated according to modern norms but using the techniques of the old building: six columns, roof beams made from fir tree trunks worked on two sides, beams and posts adjusted and fixed with wooden pegs. The 305 m² of roof area were covered, as originally, with 66 cm long wooden shingles made from white fir wood, which Henri Schneider had chosen in the forest with Denis Sauser from La Chaux-du-Milieu, one of the last specialists in this art (he received the Heimatschutz prize in 1981).

Manor house in the heart of the Bernese Jura

Located in the charming village of Sonvilier, in the heart of the Bernese Jura, this elegant manor house combines character, generous volumes, and great potential. Spread over several levels, it lends itself to a family project, an intergenerational project, or a combination of private life and professional activity.The ground floor includes a large entrance hall, three rooms, a kitchen, a bathroom, and a cellar. Although the structures are in place, this level requires a complete renovation, leaving complete freedom to create an independent apartment or a professional space.The first floor, entirely renovated, offers a beautiful ceiling height, an independent kitchen, a shower room, a separate toilet, and four bright bedrooms connected by a long corridor. A balcony adorns this floor, with a view of the village's calm.The second floor, identical in its layout, has an additional large, sunny terrace, ideal for summer meals or moments of relaxation.The converted attics accommodate two rustic attic rooms and two galetas, useful as storage or a workshop.An individual garage completes the whole, adding a touch of appreciable comfort.This house offers a beautiful balance between already renovated surfaces and parts to be reinvented, in a serene and green environment.

Ancienne ferme de 2 appartements et nombreux espaces annexes / Ehemaliges Bauernhaus mit 2 Wohnungen und diverse Nebenräume

Ancienne ferme de 2 appartements, spacieuse grange et nombreux espaces annexes / Ehemaliges Bauernhaus mit 2 Wohnungen, grosser Schopf und diverse Nebenräume A Sonvilier, idéalement située au centre du village, nous vendons cette intéressante propriété offrant de nombreuses possibilités d'utilisation. Cette ancienne ferme se compose d'une partie d'habitation côté sud avec deux appartements. La partie nord du bâtiment, un rural constitué de nombreux locaux annexes, offre des volumes généreux pouvant être aménagés selon les besoins des futurs propriétaires. • 1 appartement de 3.5 pièces au rez-de-chaussée avec accès au jardin et 2 pièces d'appoint • 1 appartement de 4.5 pièces au 1er étage avec balcon couvert • Combles aménageables • Sous-sol avec local technique (chauffage mazout) • Rural avec grand espace sur trois niveaux • Grange • Ancienne étable • Petit bâtiment annexe • Grande parcelle de 3'908 m2 (dont 1'299 m2 en zone agricole) • Jardin/verger avec cabane de jardin • Nombreuses places de parc _________________________________________________________In Sonvilier, ideal gelegen im Dorfzentrum, verkaufen wir eine interessante und vielfältige Liegenschaft. Dieses ehemalige Bauernhaus besteht aus einem Wohnbereich auf der Südseite mit zwei Wohnungen. Der Nördliche Teil des Gebäudes besteht aus grossen Volumen (Scheune), die nach Bedürfnissen der zukünftigen Eigentümer ausgebaut werden können. • Eine 3.5-Zimmer Wohnung im Erdgeschoss mit Zugang zum Garten und 2 Nebenräume • Eine 4.5-Zimmer Wohnung im 1. OG mit überdachtem Balkon • Ausbaubarer Dachgeschoss • Keller mit Technikraum (Ölheizung) • Grosse Scheune über drei Etagen • Schopf • Ehemalige Ställe • Grosser Grundstück von 3'908 m2 (davon 1'299 m2 in der Landwirtschaftszone) • Garten/Obstgarten mit Gartenhäuschen • Zahlreiche Parkplätze

Villa Sonvilier

Looking for a historic estate with a lot of charm, generous space, and diverse usage possibilities in the heart of the Bernese Jura? Then this unique house in Sonvilier is just right for you: The detached building is located in a central yet quiet location, directly in the village center of Sonvilier, just a few steps from the schoolhouse. Surrounded by a beautiful garden with old tree stock and plenty of green space, the property offers a total of 3,047m2, providing plenty of room for relaxation, play, and garden design. Of this, 1,606m2 are located in the core zone Centre Village and 1,441m2 in the green zone Zone de Verdure - a rare privilege with additional development potential. The historic residential building was built in 1908 and is a genuine piece of Bernese Jura history. It impresses with its generous net living area of 340m2, spread over a total of 14.5 rooms. The bright and spacious rooms offer a particularly airy living feel thanks to ceiling heights of between 2.75 and 3 meters. They can be used in a variety of ways and also offer ideal conditions for larger families, shared flats, or multi-generation projects. Thanks to the floor plan design, use as a 2- to 3-family house is also possible without any problems. When entering the house, the charming terrazzo floor in the corridor of the ground floor and in the staircase catches the eye - a beautiful witness to the times, which underlines the historic character of the building. Ground floor: Here are three rooms with a small, older kitchen and a shower room with WC. This floor requires comprehensive renovation but offers great expansion potential. 1st upper floor: Four rooms, a renovated kitchen, a bathroom/WC, a separate WC, and a small balcony form the main living area of this floor. The rooms are well-maintained and immediately habitable. 2nd upper floor: Here, too, four rooms await you with a renovated kitchen, bathroom/WC, separate WC, and a large terrace with a beautiful view of the surrounding countryside. 3rd upper floor: Two more rooms offer space for additional expansion. There is the possibility to set up additional rooms, kitchen, and bathroom here. Attic: An attic completes the room offer and provides additional storage space. In the basement, there is the heating system (oil) and a cellar room. A garage is located slightly below the house, and several parking spaces for vehicles are available at the house itself. Just a few minutes' drive from Saint-Imier, Biel, and La Chaux-de-Fonds, you can enjoy quiet and central living with excellent connections here. This historic estate offers you the rare opportunity to acquire a unique piece of the Bernese Jura - with a lot of charm, history, and development potential. A place to arrive, shape, and feel good.

Sonvilier: Timeless Elegance and Lush Horizon in the Heart of

Sonvilier: Timeless Elegance and Lush Horizon in the Heart of a Master Residence An Architectural Signature of 1908Dominating a private park of over 3 047 m², this master residence, built in 1908, embodies the quintessence of early 20th-century bourgeois architecture. With an impressive volume of 3 000 m, this property is an invitation to grandeur, offering a perfect balance between historic charm and contemporary comfort.Majestic Volumes and Art of LivingSpread over four levels for a living area of 340 m², the interior spaces have been designed for versatility and elegance. • The Noble Floors: The first and second floors, beautifully renovated in 2022, reveal generous ceiling heights and cross-ventilation. Each level offers four spacious bedrooms and refined living areas opening onto balconies and a vast, sun-drenched terrace, a true belvedere overlooking the village's tranquility. • The Charm of the Attics: Under a centuries-old roof structure, two mansard-roofed bedrooms in rustic chic style offer an intimate retreat, complemented by attic spaces ideal for an artist's studio or a private collection. • A Potential to Reinvent: The ground floor, with its impressive entrance hall, retains its original structure and awaits a complete renovation to become an independent guest suite, a professional office, or a wellness area.A Green Frame and an Oasis of SerenityThe surrounding grounds offer a biodiversity and discretion sanctuary. This majestic park allows for exceptional outdoor arrangements while guaranteeing an unobstructed view of the preserved landscapes of the Bernese Jura.An Opportunity at a GlancePrestige SpecificationsType of Property Historic Master HouseYear of Construction 1908(Partial renovation in 2022)Living Area340 m² (14.5 rooms)Estate Plot of 3 047 m²Total Volume 3 000 mAssets Panoramic terrace, intergenerational potential, individual garage"A residence of rare nobility, offering an ideal backdrop for an exceptional family life or a residential project of scope, combining heritage of the past and future perspectives."

Charming individual house with large garden and open view

Nestled in a peaceful and green environment, this beautiful individual house in Sonvilier will seduce families looking for comfort, tranquility, and quality of life. Built on a generous plot of over 800 m², it enjoys a privileged location in a quiet street, with an open view of the surrounding landscapes and the Chasseral.Spread over three levels, the house offers a living area of approximately 140 m² and a warm, functional layout. The beautiful volumes, exposed beams, and natural light create a welcoming and authentic atmosphere.On the ground floor, you will discover a pleasant living room with a stove and a large bay window opening onto the outside, a convivial open kitchen, two bedrooms, a shower room with WC, and an entrance hall with storage.The first floor offers a superb open mezzanine overlooking the living room, ideal as a workspace or relaxation area, as well as a parental suite with a dressing room and a bathroom equipped with a jacuzzi bathtub and WC.The basement completes the property ideally with several storage spaces, a large cellar, a laundry room/technical room, a workshop/heating room, as well as an additional unheated room (potential 4th bedroom) and an outdoor access.Outside, everything is designed to fully enjoy the setting: large garden, covered terrace, storage room, spacious double garage that can accommodate two vehicles, and a large outdoor parking space for several cars.The house also benefits from modern technical equipment with a heat pump (2022) and a photovoltaic system (2013), ensuring comfort and energy efficiency. The double glazing (1997) has a good thermal coefficient. The property is not classified as a historic monument and is located in zone 2.Distribution • Entrance hall with storage • Open kitchen • Bright living room with stove and bay window • Two bedrooms • Shower room with WC First floor • Open mezzanine overlooking the living room • Parental suite with dressing room • Bathroom with jacuzzi bathtub and WC Basement • Unheated room (potential 4th bedroom) • Large cellar • Laundry room / technical room • Workshop / heating room • Storage spaces • Outdoor access Outdoor areas • Large garden • Covered terrace • Double garage and attic • Several outdoor parking spaces • Storage room Advantages • Peaceful, family-friendly environment • Open view of the Chasseral • Beautiful brightness • Exposed beams and warm atmosphere • Heat pump and photovoltaic system • Large plot of over 800 m² A charming property, ideal for a family looking for a serene living space in the heart of nature while enjoying modern amenities and spacious rooms.

Charming family house with 9 rooms (approx. 384 m2) and large garden and terrace

SAINT-IMMO Real Estate Agency Sàrl offers you exclusively this charming family house with 9 rooms (approx. 384 m² living area) ideally located with south exposure and unobstructed view of the Saint-Imier valley.The basement offers multiple functional spaces, including a storage room, a wine cellar, a heating room, a laundry room, and a workshop / oil tank room. This level also includes a spacious room of 17 m², a bathroom, and a beautiful living room of 29 m² with a fireplace and exposed beams, with direct access to the garden.The ground floor includes a large entrance hall, an open kitchen with dining area, a living room with solid parquet and exposed beams, as well as a library with a fireplace, creating a cozy reading corner. This level also includes a spacious room of 24 m² with direct access to the bathroom and a separate toilet. A large balcony, accessible from the living room and the dining area, offers additional outdoor space.On the first floor, you will find three beautiful rooms as well as two large attic spaces.Outside, you will enjoy a large garden plot of 1'578 m², a terrace of 25 m², as well as a second shaded terrace under the balcony. A nice pedestrian path leads to the south entrance of the house.There is a possibility to separate the basement from the rest of the house to create an independent apartment.In addition to the usual maintenance work, the owners have undertaken a major renovation of the property in 2019-2020.It is possible to rent a double garage located north of the property.A virtual 360° tour is available on our website.Complete documents and plans are available upon request.With its dominant position, large garden, and beautiful rooms, this house represents a great opportunity not to be missed. Plan a visit now to discover this property and appreciate its full potential!For more information: SAINT-IMMO real estate agency Sàrl, Rue de la Gare 1, 2610 St-Imier

Sonvilier, new 5.5-room single-family home

Two new villas available on plans Live in the center of the village, in immediate proximity to amenities, and enjoy a calm and pleasant environment. These two villas, with a contemporary design, offer well-thought-out living spaces perfectly adapted to the needs of a family: modern comfort, optimization of surfaces, and guaranteed luminosity. Each villa also has a green space, ideal for savoring beautiful moments outdoors. Thanks to the virtual visit, discover the interior and project yourself into your future home. This project also offers you the possibility of personalizing certain amenities according to your tastes and desires. Don't miss this opportunity! Ask now for the sales documentation to consult the plans, the planned amenities, and obtain all the necessary information. Please note that the amenities presented in the virtual visit are provided for indicative purposes only and are not contractual.