Midi-Pyrénées, Ariège, Gabre, France

A32653NIL09 - On the edge of the little village of Gabre, overlooking the surrounding woods and hills you will find this delightful property. A driveway leads to the front of the property and entrances into the kitchen or living area, with a wraparound balcony on the first floor, a practical and charming feature.

On the ground floor a spacious living and dining area with an open fire is packed full of rustic charm. There is access onto the rear terrace and into the front garden, perfect for combining indoor and outdoor living. A small but well thought out kitchen, a recently installed shower room and a separate toilet complete the ground floor.

The first floor can be accessed from the living area onto a mezzanine or via the main staircase. There are two good sized bedrooms and an office space, all with access onto the balcony which offers a perfect position to appreciate the gardens and surrounding countryside.

On the second floor the largest bedroom has an additional living or office area and its own bathroom. These rooms are spacious and light with plenty of space to add storage or to adapt depending on your needs.

Outside this property really comes into its own. A small stone terrace to the front in the shade of a large tree is ideal for entertaining or a family meal. The main terrace is accessed from the living area and has beautifully incorporated two old trees into the roof structure to provide shade and shelter whatever the season. A path leads up the garden to the pool and surrounding terrace, with a solid cover the pool can be kept clear and secure when not in use. An additional terrace above the pool is the perfect spot for an aperitif as the sun starts to go down over the hills and woods opposite.

The garden has a number of fruit trees and space to add a vegetable patch if you wish to grow your own produce.

A barn provides plenty of storage for garden/pool equipment or would be ideal for a small workshop.

The property is surrounded by typical Ariègeois countryside with woods and hills to explore on foot or by bike. There are two lakes just a couple of minutes from the village, perfect for a scenic stroll. The popular market town of Le Mas d’Azil is just over 5 minutes' drive away. It has a delightful market as well as a small supermarket and some restaurants/cafés. The spectacular cave is a must-visit attraction in the Ariège so would make this ideal for a holiday rental if you didn’t want to make it your permanent home. The larger towns of Foix and Pamiers with all key services, hospitals and shops are under 30 minutes away. Toulouse is just over an hour’s drive.

This is a truly wonderful property, full of charm and character, in an idyllic rural setting without being too removed from modern comforts. Get in touch to book a visit now.

Additional photos and floorplan available upon request.