Old house in a hilltop village in the Haute Ardèche.
Old house in a hilltop village in the Haute Ardèche.
This local stone building is one of the many that, together with the church, form the soul of this small rural village in the Doux valley.
At an altitude of almost 900 m, Rochepaule serenely dominates the surrounding countryside, ideal for exploring and enjoying a variety of outdoor activities, from fishing to hiking, as the seasons change.
This remote village is nonetheless hospitable and convenient for holidaymakers, so there’s no doubt that the house could be used as a gîte. There’s just enough space outside for unrestricted use, and you could refresh the interior to make it a pleasant place to live, work or relax, just a stone’s throw from local shops and open spaces.
The house has recently been renovated for energy efficiency and to consolidate its structure (roofing, zinc work, window frames and heating). A wood-burning stove in the living room has been added to support the heat pump, and the cool evenings will help to keep the heat down.
This charming pied-à-terre still offers a number of possibilities for extension, and will happily be adapted to your taste. It provides around 160 m² of floor space, including a garage that completes the 102 m² plot.
The terrace near the kitchen, which is open to the living room, closes off from the street, opposite the church. The living area of 65 m² (699 sq ft) comprises 2 bedrooms, 1 shower room and 1 toilet, all built over a vaulted cellar and 1 annexe, probably a former dwelling. The house has been designed to take advantage of the slope, opening up the windows to a profitable South/East aspect and offering a ground floor on its 2 levels.
Just 15 km from the small towns of St Agrève and Lalouvesc, this is a mountain refuge in the heart of a region that is still wild and attractive.
ECD: ENERGY CLASSIFICATION: D / CLIMATE CLASSIFICATION: A. Estimated average annual energy costs for standard use, based on 2021 energy prices (including subscription): between €690 and €990. ‘ Heat pump heating (air/water), very good roof and floor insulation, rated average for walls (uninsulated stone) and window frames (recent double-glazed wood).
Additional information
- 3 rooms
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Outdoor space : 102 SQM
- Property tax : 431 €
Energy Performance Certificate
- A
- B
- C
- 188kWh/m².an5*kg CO2/m².anD
- E
- F
- G
- 5kg CO2/m².anA
- B
- C
- D
- E
- F
- G
Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from energy prices for the year 2021 : between 680 € and 990 €
Agency fees
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The fees include VAT and are payable by the vendor
Mediator
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29 Boulevard de Courcelles 75008 Paris
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