Character 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Les Vans, Ardeche, Auvergne Rhone Alpes
With this property the charm of the old meets the convenience of the modern. The under-floor heating across two levels is complemented by the wood-burning stove in the 36m2 main living area. Touches such as traditional wooden shutters, exposed stone walls and natural wooden beams add to the character of this property.
The four bedrooms are situated across all three levels. Under the eaves is the spacious and appealing master suite, to the ground floor two good-sized further bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, with the final double guest room on the lower level.
Outside, the grounds are mostly terraced to grass with stone steps and ramps built within the walls to facilitate access. There are many types of trees such as almond, olive and fig, plus local species like the green oak ("chene vert"), providing a natural habitat for various species of wildlife. The land to the left and right of the property is designated "constructible", subject to plans being approved by the relevant local bodies.
Approximate dimensions of main spaces; Open living space (kitchen, dining room, living room) 45m2, two double ground floor bedrooms with built-in wardrobes 14.5m2 and 12.5 m2, ground floor bathroom 7m2 and guest bedroom on the lower floor, 18.6m2.
First floor, mezzanine office area 17.5m2.
First floor en-suite bedroom with built-in wardrobes 38.7m2, bathroom 6.75m2 plus three vaulted cellars totalling 75m2 and a car port 21.5m2.
Outside terrace, seating area 28m2.
Access; by car - around 65km and 85km from the Montelimar/A7 or Nimes/A9 motorway junctions respectively. Closest airports are Nimes, Avignon and Montpellier (95km, 115km and 135km).
Public transport - Les Vans has a regular bus and coach service, linking onward travel to the TGV train network.
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