La Casona, spectacular and dazzling house in Pueblo Eden. Built in the late 1800s, this historic stone property was the General Store of Mataojo Town. It was superbly restored and renovated. The project was completed in early 2012, after more than 2 years of work. It is located at the entrance of Pueblo Eden, just 40 km from Punta del Este on Route 12 and 40 km from Minas City. Currently used as a private residence, La Casona was designed with the ability to adapt, and could easily be converted into an inn, an exclusive restaurant, an art gallery, professional offices, or even a B&B. Interior stone walls; restored tiles of the century of construction; solid wood cabinets, doors and windows; private terraces; ornamental iron railings and balconies; High quality accessories and finishes that include radiant floor slab, all these features respecting the history of the old Uruguay. This is a true architectural gem. 12 foot high walls, double-faced solid wood doors, social area with solid stone fireplace. The floor of this room is design tiles, from the last century. The dining room receives direct light from the private interior patio. The kitchen is of great category. Currently used for habitual use of a family residence, but designed with commercial use in mind. A 20-foot ceiling and four double windows provide plenty of light, both for the kitchen and the built-in living room that houses a HERGOM wood stove. Traditional porcelain, beautifully crafted custom made solid wood cabinets give the kitchen the elegance of another era. Complemented with modern accessories, such as electric convection oven, high quality dishwasher, refrigerator, stainless steel preparation sink, and granite countertops. Five private rooms, all with ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning. The Tiled Patio offers a very large space for family, friends or potential clients to rent it. The laundry sector and service area with bathroom and machine room are accessed from the patio. The patio provides shelter for the barbecue and stone oven. Through a spiral staircase you can access an immense rooftop terrace from which you can see a complete panorama of the countryside and a lovely view of the sunsets. The 9200 sqm (2,27 acres) property includes a natural ravine drawn between fruit trees and native trees. The garden offers a quiet refuge, contact with native flowers and fauna of the area.