Former Railway Station Full of Character | 3 Bedrooms | Loft | Pool | Canal de Berry | Sold Furnished

A rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved former railway station dating from 1861, full of original character and sold furnished.

Retaining many authentic features including the original ticket window, doors and windows, the property has been thoughtfully converted into a comfortable home while preserving its unique heritage.

The accommodation includes an entrance hall, kitchen, spacious living room with recently installed woodburner, shower room and cellar on the ground floor, with three bedrooms, a second shower room and separate toilet upstairs. A 47m² loft offers excellent potential for further accommodation (subject to permissions).

Outside are former station buildings used as storage with electricity and water, a barbecue area, pétanque court and above-ground swimming pool.

Set beside the Canal de Berry, just 10km from Vallon-en-Sully, 15km from Montluçon and 7km from the motorway.

Dating from 1861, this beautifully preserved former railway station offers a rare opportunity to own a unique piece of French history. Carefully converted into a welcoming family home, the property successfully combines its original railway heritage with modern comfort, while retaining many authentic features including the original ticket window, doors and windows.

The ground floor comprises an entrance hall (6.7m²), a shower room with WC (3.7m²), access to the cellar (13.5m²), a fitted kitchen (15m²) and a spacious 36.2m² living room with a recently installed woodburner, creating a warm and inviting living space.

On the first floor are three comfortable bedrooms of 14m², 14.1m² and 12.5m², together with a shower room (6m²), separate WC and a useful storage cupboard (2.9m²).

A staircase leads to the impressive 47m² loft, which offers excellent potential to create additional living accommodation, subject to any necessary planning permissions.

The property is heated by the woodburner together with electric radiators, benefits from fibre internet availability and is served by a septic tank. The house is sold furnished, allowing immediate occupation or making it an attractive holiday home or rental investment.

Outside, the former station toilets are currently used for storage and benefit from both electricity and water connections. The garden also offers a barbecue area, a pétanque court and an above-ground swimming pool with surrounding terrace, creating an enjoyable outdoor entertaining space.

Situated alongside the picturesque Canal de Berry, the property enjoys a peaceful countryside setting with excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and nature lovers. Everyday amenities including shops, schools, restaurants and services can be found in Vallon-en-Sully just 10km away, while the larger town of Montluçon, only 15km away, offers extensive shopping, healthcare facilities, cafés, restaurants, a medieval historic centre and rail connections. The A71 motorway is approximately 7km away, providing excellent access to Clermont-Ferrand, Bourges and Paris.

A truly distinctive property, equally suited as a permanent residence, holiday home or investment, offering history, character and a peaceful lifestyle in the heart of the French countryside.

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