Auvergne, Cantal, Ydes, France

A large traditional family home, that is ready to be transformed by the new owners. The potential for this house, to be converted to a small bed and breakfast, gite or to be a large modern family home.
Entry through a grand doorway into a large hallway, which gives access to the right to a kitchen (16sqm) and dining room. To the left of the hallway is a large lounge with chimney (15.5sqm) and adjacent room (15.5sqm). Possibility of a bedroom (15.5sqm)
On the first floor are three bedrooms, all with a small room attached that could be transformed into a shower room or dressing room / storage, giving three separate ensuite bedrooms.
A large garage and storage area is located underneath the house, with extra off street parking to the rear of the house. The garden has been kept maintained and offers views of the valley towards Ydes.

Unknown to many, except the French nationals, Cantal, Haute-Loire and Puy-de-Dome and Correze are a hidden gems, in the middle of France, with fresh mountain air and un-spoilt landscape. In the Massif Central mountains, the volcanic landscape of the Cantal has created an all year round adventurous activity location, from winter skiing, mountain walks, cycling and climbing. Water sports on the many lakes and rivers including the Dordogne and Loire offer, sailing, swimming, paddle-boarding and fishing in the numerous rivers including the Dordogne river. Cycling whether on or off road, there are choices from famous Le Tour routes over mountain passes, Puy Mary, or the forest trails and mountain descents such as Le Lioran. Cantal is a massive adventure playground, or for a more relaxing stroll around a local lake or park.
Amongst the extinct volcanoes in the Auvergne countryside with peaceful villages, medieval towns and larger cities, they all provide opportunity to sample local cuisine, where the food has come straight from the local farmers and the surrounding land. Cantal, Auvergne Blue and Salers are just a selection of the fantastic cheeses available, which can be followed on the Route de Fromage.
The local historical places to visit, such as Saint Flour, with its Gothic catherdral and to the south Gustave Eiffel’s magnificent Garabit viaduct, traversing the steep valley of the Truyere river. The ancient village of Salers, one of Frances most beautiful villages, offers practical displays of the countryside, from milking the cows to creation of bespoke knifes. To the south of Cantal the capital of Cantal is found, with festivals and eating out establishments is also the famous for the production of umbrellas, which adorn the streets.