3 Bed House for sale
Oppède, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
Full Description
This rare gem occupies a prime position in the heart of Oppède-le-Vieux, one of the Luberon's most sought-after hilltop villages, where welcoming cafés, restaurants and local cultural events offer a gentle rhythm of Provençal life throughout the year. Rich in authentic character, the property features a delightful shaded garden, generous reception rooms and far-reaching views across the valley. Nestled among the village's winding cobbled lanes and beautifully preserved historic buildings, it offers an exceptional opportunity to create a remarkable village home in one of Provence's most enchanting settings.
The accommodation comprises, on the garden floor: sitting room showcasing attractive features such as exposed stone walls and beams, crown moulding, and a broad stone fireplace office salon dining room kitchen with direct access to the garden bathroom. Paned or solid wood doors whose patina reflects the house's history, exposed wooden beams, stained glass windows, original flooring and cast-iron radiators all add to the house's timeless charm.
The first floor is accessible via two staircases and is composed of: principal bedroom second bedroom two further rooms which could be converted into bedrooms or a bathroom. One of these rooms has direct access to the first floor terrace.
The ground floor accommodates: spacious entrance hall with harlequin floor tiles and Provençal ceiling laundry and technical room covered porch interior courtyard four stone cellars, one of which has a superb vaulted ceiling.
Outside, the spacious stone-paved walled garden (206 m2) is hidden behind tall wooden gates that open directly onto the charming calades (cobblestones) leading down to the village street. Entirely private and full of character, it is the perfect setting for relaxing with friends, dining al fresco or enjoying the shade of the awning, vine-draped pergola and fig tree. Attractive low stone walls, archways and beautifully preserved period features create a wonderful sense of authenticity, while there is ample space for installing a plunge pool or ornamental basin if desired.
Stone steps lead to a superb terrace (accessible also from the first floor) which enjoys uninterrupted panoramic views and offers excellent potential for a summer kitchen and stylish outdoor entertaining area. A small tool shed and additional parcel of land at the top of the calades complete this unique outdoor setting.
Amenities include: oil-fired central heating air-conditioning in the main bedroom wood-burning fireplace lovely period wooden doors mains water and drainage outdoor lighting fibre-optic internet storage space and vaulted cellars garage (2 cars) with adjacent resident parking fully-enclosed courtyard and additional land.
Although in need of some updating, the property presents an excellent opportunity to create a bespoke Provençal retreat. With panoramic views and peaceful surroundings, it offers an idyllic lifestyle within easy reach of the sought-after Luberon Golden Triangle, Avignon TGV station and Marseille airport. It is equally suited to being a delightful second home or profitable rental investment. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: payable by the seller
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