Renovated Stone Farmhouse for Sale in Alpes-Cote-D'Azur, Provence,, France

Grand View of Provencal Valley, 1 Hr Drive to Sea, to Peaks

This magnificent 300 year old farmhouse, near Sisteron, lies on the upper slopes of a Provencal valley, 900 meters (2900 feet) above sea level, in the near idyllic area of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in the Provence-Alpes-Cote-d'Azur region. The property has 13H (32.12 acres) of land with a stunning view of the surrounding mountain range.

Superior renovation technique and material were used in 2002 to create this stone en pierres house of quality and style. The house consists of 430 square meters (4,628 square feet) of living space with additional space in the cellars. There are 9 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, kitchen and 4 bathrooms. A spring fed pool measuring 11 x 5.40 meters, terraces of stone and hardwood are compliments to the lovely outdoor landscape. There is an 80 square meter garage, WIFI and gas central heating. Building permits have also been obtained to add another 120 square meters of living space.

The house also offers several commercial opportunities such as a bed and breakfast or apartment rentals. It successfully divides into 3 individual apartments, each with their own private entrance and terrace. Additional facilities include appliances such as dishwasher, large refrigerator, microwave oven and gas cook top. The apartments have central heating and modern woodstoves.

The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking, horseback riding, climbing and gliding. The property has many springs and a private 'Old English' brooke with many cascades, promising serene hikes and trail rides. Located next to a geological nature reserve the scenic beauty is guaranteed. On average, there is 320 days of sunshine. Airports for gliding only are La Motte du Caire, for gliding/light/middle-light aircraft at Sisteron, St. Auban and Gap. Distance to the Mediterranean Sea and high mountain peaks, 3,000 meters(9,842 feet), is a 1 hour drive. The nearest town and hospital is a 15 minute drive to Sisteron. It is a 1 hour and 20 minute drive to the international airport at Marseille.

*In France it is often the buyer who pays the real estate agents commission. This is usually the rule, except within the Paris region where the seller pays the agents commission. Furthermore, agent's fees are not fixed so differences may exist depending on the region in France. Buyer's commissions/fees may be charged at rates anywhere between 4% and 15%, although 7% is more common.

**IMPORTANT FINANCIAL SAVINGS TO BUYER**
This property is offered for sale directly by the owner; therefore, the buyer DOES NOT pay or incur any agent fees, commissions, or Value Added Tax (VAT) on the agents commission.