€1,060,000

House Les Estables - 12 bedrooms - 660m²

43150 - Les Estables

660m² 17 rooms 12 beds

DESCRIPTION

This authentic old farmhouse in the Ardèche mountains is set in over 6 hectares of meadows at the foot of Mont Mézenc, the nearby ski resort and forests of fir and beech trees.

Built in the 16th century, it features all the construction features of the period: thick ashlar walls, wooden framework, slate roofs and rough stone slabs.

The current owners have continued to renovate every stone and every space with local craftsmen, guardians of a very specific know-how.

As soon as you enter this superb large reception room, with its perfectly preserved stone floor, the atmosphere is set.

It's a warm, friendly place, with a large, perfectly preserved freestone fireplace, where large log fires crackle during the winter months and cosy evenings.

A fully-equipped kitchen and scullery are reserved for preparing meals for this renowned table d'hôtes.

A beautiful wooden staircase leads to the bedrooms on the 1st floor.

Each bedroom, with en suite shower room and WC, is furnished and decorated in a warm, comfortable style reminiscent of mountain chalets.

Above, on the 2nd floor, the entire surface area of the building is used as an attic for storage and could be converted into a surface area of around 250 m2.

At the entrance to the estate, a charming little detached stone house measuring 55 m2 is currently used as the owners' accommodation.

The original roof has been restored in the style of local farmhouses, with attractive slate roof tiles.

The property is complemented by an independent artist's studio, a 50 m2 garage, a bread oven, a cascading fountain, a small swimming pool and a spring that feeds the house.

All perfectly maintained.

The land around the property is made up of beautiful meadows, ideal for free-roaming horses in the midst of these superb landscapes.

There are numerous footpaths starting from the farm, through the woods and forests, over the meadows and the Mézenc plain.

As they approach retirement, the owners are keen to pass on this heritage.

The property, which has been successfully run as a gîte and bed and breakfast for 10 months of the year for several years, can also be used as a place to live, with its own separate units.

Depending on your plans, it could become a venue for exhibitions, shows or seminars, or simply a large family home.

It's a peaceful place to contemplate this natural setting with its superb 360° views.

Video available on request.

ENERGY CLASS: D/ CLIMATE CLASS: C Estimated average annual energy costs for standard use, based on 2020 energy prices: 8040 Euro.

Muriel CASTERA (EI) Commercial Agent - RSAC Number: 481 899 797 - AUBENAS.