Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire, France

A36759MNL49 - This charming home, constructed from local tuffeau stone, is arranged over two floors. The layout is both practical and well arranged, offering comfortable living spaces that make the most of the stunning views. Although located along the picturesque Loire riverside route, the house is set back from the road and enjoys a sense of seclusion.

Ground Floor:
The main entrance opens directly into a spacious living/dining room (33 m²) featuring an insert fireplace. The fully fitted kitchen is equipped to a high standard, with an induction hob and a built-in barbecue. Adjoining the kitchen is a delightful conservatory-style breakfast room – the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee while observing the wildlife on the river. There is also a laundry room with WC and storage [4m²]. A wooden staircase in the living room leads to:
On the first Floor:
A large landing (11.5 m²); principal bedroom (16 m²) with walk-in wardrobe and a glazed door with external stairs leading to the garden; second bedroom (9 m²); and a bathroom [5 m²] featuring a spa bath and WC.

The house benefits from electric storage heaters and high-speed fibre internet. (All room dimensions are approximate.)

Outside:
The enchanting garden is well-maintained and sheltered – a haven for birds and other wildlife. It includes a lawned area, a front terrace, and a raised terrace that offers breathtaking, uninterrupted views over the Loire. Mature planting includes wisteria and a magnificent ginkgo tree. At the rear of the garden, several figures are carved into the face of the rock – charming and unusual features. A pond is fed by a gentle cascade, and a red cedar greenhouse [23m2] supports a highly productive aquaponic growing system. Two caves provide excellent storage, one of which houses a well with its own pump. The property also includes several small sheds, a garage [33m2], ample parking space, and direct access to the river. Whilst semi-detached on one side, this charming stone cottage offers privacy and seclusion.

The hamlet is just 1.5 km from the nearest village, which has a boulangerie, nursery school, and a good restaurant. The historic town of Saumur is only 7 km away, offering a mainline SNCF station and a full range of amenities. Gennes (9 km) offers a supermarket open on Sundays, cafés, restaurants, a post office, bank, pharmacy, secondary school, and medical services.