House Ucel - 7 bedrooms - 370m²

Situated halfway between Aubenas and the spa town of Vals les Bains, this beautifully restored medieval château perched high above the Ardèche valley invites you to enjoy a peaceful, authentic lifestyle in the heart of a carefully restored, unspoilt natural environment.

With its panoramic views over the valley, sunny terraces and swimming pool set into the rock, this rare property combines heritage and art of living.

The charm begins as soon as you enter.

A wrought iron gate opens onto a winding driveway that reveals the beautiful building standing proudly on the hillside with over 4,000m2 of land and 180° views.

Its panoramic terraces, overhanging rock-cut swimming pool and ashlar windows dominate the landscape and terraced gardens planted with around thirty olive trees and fruit trees.

Two water tanks have been built for irrigation.

Over the last few decades, the passionate owners, assisted by talented craftsmen, have completely renovated the building, preserving the spirit of the château and its history, choosing noble materials such as dressed stone, wood and terracotta, while providing the modern comforts expected in a prestigious residence.

The château, with 380m2 of living space divided between a private part and a part dedicated to bed and breakfast accommodation, offers an ideal layout for combining a main residence with a tourist activity.

This clever layout preserves the privacy of the occupants while comfortably accommodating visitors looking for an exceptional stay.

The interior is laid out as follows: entrance hall, living kitchen, fitted and equipped with a beautiful, efficient wood-fired cooker ready to concoct a tasteful meal, dining room known as the "Salle des Chevaliers", a beautiful private lounge with its ashlar fireplace, a storeroom and boiler room, three bedrooms upstairs that can be used as private rooms with a bathroom.

This part of the house can be converted into additional guest rooms, ideal for continuing a tourist activity or receiving family and friends in complete independence.

One of the guest rooms is integrated into a studio opening onto the west-facing terrace with direct access to the secure swimming pool.

Two other bedrooms with en suite bathrooms complete the offer.

This harmonious layout preserves the privacy of each guest, while allowing guests to take full advantage of the conviviality of the communal areas.

The generous volumes of the living rooms and bedrooms, all unique, create a gentle, refined atmosphere that combines authenticity and well-being.

All open out onto the panoramic site.

From the two terraces, the view over the valley is simply breathtaking, a spectacle that changes with the seasons.

Convertible outbuildings such as the two garages, a workshop and storage cellars complete the accommodation, as does a superb, perfectly renovated vaulted cellar, ideal for receptions or for creating a superb wine cellar.

Adjoining the building is a 110m2 stone village house in need of complete renovation, with a garden overlooking the valley.

With independent access via the typical cobbled streets.

This castle with its medieval origins played a protective role for the inhabitants of the old village of Ucel, an inhabited part of which and an authentic stone keep remain at the rear on the north-east side, another more intimate access to the property, which remains a place steeped in history.

Finally, the surrounding countryside adds to the magic of the place: the picturesque villages of the Ardèche are nearby, as are the local shops, schools and markets.

2h20 from Lyon and Marseille, 1h30 from Valence TGV, 50 mn from Montélimar.

Lovers of excellence and exception, of heritage and authenticity will find a home here that is warm, elegant and inspiring.

The same applies to investment projects for a hospitality business with the existing business, or for events, or any other large-scale project.

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Muriel CASTERA (EI) Commercial Agent - RSAC Number: 481 899 797 - AUBENAS.

• Panoramic views: stunning vistas over the Ardèche valley.
• Unique pool: carved into the rock for an exceptional setting.
• Guest rooms: ideal layout for a tourist business.

Renovated château with guest rooms, terraced gardens and sweeping views

Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website : https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

Ref : 593DA-cpy_59504293 - Date : 15/11/2025