Languedoc-Roussillon, Gard, St-Jean-du-Pin, France

Approached along a winding lane from the village and a private drive, the house impresses with its ultra modern aspect. Constructed of timber, steel and glass, it is a fully "eco" house supported by a roof-mounted commercial photovoltaic array providing a good income. The ground floor comprises a large double garage and wine store along with the equipment controlling the solar arrays. Living spaces are all on the first floor to benefit from the magnificent views. There are two sections, The main living area comprises a living room which opens, via glass doors, onto a huge "wrap around" veranda with wonderful mountain views. There is provision to fit a log stove, The separate kitchen is 21m2, again opening on to the veranda. it is fully fitted with modern units. this open on to a good size utility room/laundry.
Separate to the "day area" are three main bedrooms ( 12,11,13m2), a dressing room and 2 bathrooms both with Italian showers, one with a full bath. Also at this level is an independent apartment of 67m2 which remains to be fitted out, with potentially two bedrooms, kitchen, living room and bathroom.

Outside there are extensive gardens and grounds, mostly on wooded terraces but all accessible. There is an 8.5 * 4.5m heated pool. with a safe security cover. The large double garage. could easily be converted for extra living space, and there is provision to provide an adjacent 2 car carport.

Mains electricity and water are provided, gas is via a tank. Heating is oil fired and electric. The house is fully insulated to the highest level and achieves level A Drainage is via a modern private unit fully conforming. with norms