656 Chemin du Petit-Bois

The property

This remarkable historic residence embodies the essence of 18th-century French-inspired architecture in Québec. Set on the quiet chemin du Petit-Bois in Varennes, in the MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville, it combines heritage authenticity with rural serenity, close to the St. Lawrence River and within easy reach of urban centres.

Its original fieldstone shell, perfectly preserved, supports the one-and-a-half-storey elevation characteristic of the period. The steeply pitched gable roof, clad in cedar shingles, carries massive chimneys at each end. Gabled dormers with authentic wooden surrounds and the distinctive curved eave complete a composition of rare purity.

The property carries the history of the Lussier family, who acquired the land in 1742: the house was built for Paul Lussier, youngest son of Christophe, then passed to the Beauchemin and Smith families. Officially inventoried in Québec's Cultural Heritage Directory, it is recognized for its age, architectural authenticity and exemplary representation of 18th-century French architecture.

The natural setting — century-old trees, vast green space, no rear neighbours — offers rare privacy across 571,870 sq. ft. As modern interventions are reversible, the property presents a unique opportunity for heritage restoration alongside contemporary comfort.

Features

• Stone residence built for the Lussier family (land acquired in 1742)
• Listed in Québec's Cultural Heritage Directory
• Original fieldstone shell · one-and-a-half-storey elevation
• Cedar shingle and sheet-metal roof · massive chimneys at each end
• Gabled dormers, authentic wooden surrounds, curved eave
• 36 ft veranda · gas fireplace · 4 bedrooms including a primary with walk-in
• 571,870 sq. ft. lot with century-old trees · no rear neighbours
• Agricultural zoning · MLS® 11512115
• 2025 municipal taxes: $3,917 · 2025 school taxes: $595