Description

Situated in the heart of Coudoux, just a short walk from shops, schools, and all amenities—this character-filled, historic stone house (317 m²) sits on a 1,600 m² plot, offering a peaceful, unexpected haven. Built in 1816, the property comprises two separate living units within a single structure, which could be combined into one large residence depending on your plans. It also offers significant expansion potential, potentially increasing the total floor area to nearly 408 m² by converting the ground-floor cellar and the attic space.

The main residence (197 m²) is accessed via a magnificent landscaped garden; the beautiful historic stone façade sets the tone, featuring a Bavarian stone terrace and a fountain. A spacious entrance hall leads to the kitchen on the right, a living room with a fireplace on the left, and at the far end a room currently serving as a cellar; this is a generously proportioned, unfinished space ripe for conversion.

High-quality materials are used throughout, including travertine flooring and Provençal-style ceilings, an attention to detail evident in every room. A beautiful staircase leads to the first floor, which houses a shower room (fully renovated with travertine), two bedrooms, and a dressing room.

On the second and top level, the attic already boasts generous ceiling heights and existing windows. Insulation and interior finishing would allow for the creation of two additional bedrooms (each over 20 m²), a bathroom, and a dressing room, potentially adding around 90 m² of living space without altering the building's exterior shell.

Adjoining the main house is a games room of over 50 m² (included in the total living area); this versatile space offers great potential and could easily be opened up to the kitchen to create a large living/dining area or an entertaining space. It features a large fireplace—perfect for cozy evenings with family or friends—and a large picture window that floods the space with natural light.

The second dwelling (120 m²) has its own independent entrance on the north side, a carport, and a private garden; it is a dual-aspect home with a south-facing orientation. While fully renovated with a distinctly contemporary style, it retains the authentic charm of exposed stonework in several rooms. You enter into a beautiful open-plan kitchen that opens onto the south-facing living area.

From there, a staircase leads upstairs to two bedrooms, including a suite with an en-suite shower room, where the charm of old stone blends seamlessly with modern design. Steps down from the kitchen lead to a shower room (with a window) and a laundry room.

Currently tenanted, this property offers the flexibility to generate immediate rental income or be incorporated into the main house to create a spacious family home.

The garden is a standout feature of this 19th-century property. You enter through a meticulously maintained landscaped garden planted with beautiful trees, including palms. A large terrace with a fountain invites relaxation in the shade of a magnificent century-old chestnut tree, providing cool comfort during the summer months.

The new Bali-stone swimming pool is equipped with a counter-current swim system and an integrated Jacuzzi.

A poolside shelter includes a shower area.

The fully renovated summer kitchen allows you to make the most of this unique outdoor space, featuring a semi-professional range cooker, a pizza oven, a barbecue, and a water supply, a true open-air living area designed for entertaining. A 20 m² garage adjoins an 18 m² workshop; the two could be combined to create a larger parking area.

The second dwelling also features an outdoor area with a carport and parking spaces. The two outdoor areas are not overlooked by one another.

Additional features include: reversible air conditioning, an automatic irrigation system, a dedicated irrigation water supply (separate meter for outdoor watering), an alarm and surveillance camera system, and property taxes of 8,000 euro.

The department of the Bouches-du-Rhone is in the region of Provence Alpes / Cotes d'Azur in the South East of France and is an interesting and varied region for visitors to Provence, from the bustling centre of Marseille to the peaceful hillside villages, there is an abundance of beautiful coastal scenery and fascinating towns such as Arles and Aix-en-Provence to explore.

The Bouches-du-Rhone is situated in the south-west corner of the Provence Alpes / Cotes d'Azur region, on the Mediterranean coast and with the Languedoc-Roussillon region to the west. Marseille is the principal / capital city of the department.

Due to its diversity, the towns and roman monuments, the impressive scenic highlights, and its typically 'Provencal' character a visit to Bouches-du-Rhone has something of interest for both the first time visitors as well as seasoned property hunters looking for their dram home.

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