Le Biot, Rhône 74430

Nestled in a peaceful hamlet just outside the charming village of Le Biot, this authentic Savoyard farmhouse offers exceptional potential for those seeking a character-filled renovation project in a stunning Alpine setting. Dating back to 1893, the property includes a detached main house, a large two-storey stone-and-wood annex, a mazot, and surrounding land totalling approximately 2, 400m. Property Overview This former farmstead spans two levels plus a basement, with a footprint of around 100m, and includes:- Basement: A large main cellar and a second vaulted cellar, ideal for wine storage or future conversion.- Ground Floor: Entrance hallway, fitted kitchen, and a living room with wood-burning insert, two bedrooms and a bathroom with shower and Wc, external access to a storage room (cellier).- Upper Level: A spacious open barn with exposed beams and timber flooring ripe for transformation into additional living space (subject to planning approval). Annex Building A detached two-level stone-and-wood outbuilding, currently uninhabitable:- Ground floor: bare flooring.- Upper level: wooden floor.- Excellent potential to convert into a separate dwelling, studio, or workshop (services not yet connected). Exterior - Covered terrace, private parking area, mazot, and garden.- Parcel is made up of multiple plots, with the house and annex legally designated for residential use in the local zoning plan (Plu).- Total land area includes a non-adjoining parcel, ideal for gardening or recreation. Construction & Technical Details - Stone masonry on the ground floor, timber upper barn, and steel sheet roofing (2015) in excellent condition.- Non-insulated roof, recent electric heating, and double-glazed windows with shutters.- Septic tank (not up to current standards).- The main house is habitable, though a full renovation (including insulation and finishing of the barn) is required for modern living standards.- The annex is structurally sound, but also in need of full renovation for habitation. Location - Peaceful countryside location, just 1.5km from Le Biot village centre.- 14km to Morzine, 19km to Thonon-les-Bains, and 60km to Geneva Airport.- Orientation: South and West, offering plenty of natural light and pastoral views. Some neighbouring properties nearby, but not directly overlooking. Condition & Potential - The main ground floor is liveable, making it possible to reside on-site while undertaking works.- Ideal for those seeking to create a bespoke Alpine home, holiday let, or investment property.- The annex offers additional development potential, whether for multi-generational living, a rental unit, or professional workspace. Why You'll Love It - A rare, character-filled property with great bones and huge potential- Quiet natural setting with peaceful views and sunshine- Live-in-ready ground floor while you renovate- Separate outbuilding for future conversion- Increasingly rare opportunity to buy a traditional Savoyard farmhouse.