Character Village House with Great views

Independently located on the edge of the traditional château village of Sainte-Sabine, this charming and spacious house offers immediate comfort with some furniture and essential appliances included. Set over three levels, the property features four bedrooms, generous living spaces, a conservatory, a balcony terrace, a wine cellar, garage, internal workshop and three shower rooms. Retaining many original features such as stone fireplaces, exposed beams and stone walls, it enjoys beautifully landscaped gardens with panoramic views over the village, château and church. Ideally positioned with easy access to Dijon, the Burgundy Canal, local market towns and outdoor leisure activities, this property is well suited as a family home or second residence in Burgundy.

Independently positioned on the edge of a traditional château village, this charming and spacious property offers immediate comfort, with a selection of furniture and essential appliances included. The beautifully maintained gardens enjoy open views over the village, the château and the church, while recent energy-efficiency improvements throughout the house contribute significantly to its overall comfort.

The property benefits from easy access to motorway and rail networks, providing convenient connections to the regional capital Dijon and the wine towns of the Côte de Beaune. Local shops and amenities are close at hand.

Used as a second residence since 2015, the house has been carefully maintained, with the owner spending several months each year enjoying both the home and the delightful surroundings of the village and the wider Burgundy region. Full of character, the property offers generous and comfortable living space arranged over three levels. It comprises four bedrooms, spacious reception rooms, a conservatory, an elevated balcony terrace, a wine cellar, a garage with wood storage, an internal workshop (with some tools included), and three shower rooms with toilets.

Many original features have been preserved throughout the house, including stone fireplaces, a decorative fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove, exposed oak beams and stone walls. The garden is particularly appealing, with several distinct areas for sitting, relaxing and gardening. Two stone outbuildings provide additional storage and sheltered spaces, while panoramic views in three directions further enhance the setting.

Location

The property is situated on the edge of the village of Sainte-Sabine, close to the market towns of Pouilly-en-Auxois and Bligny-sur-Ouche. The village lies at the crossroads of the Auxois region and the Ouche Valley, with its river and the Burgundy Canal running towards Dijon. The Voies Vertes cycle and walking paths follow the canal, making the area ideal for leisurely cycling and walking. A wide range of outdoor and nature-based activities are available nearby, along with local lakes suitable for swimming and boating.

Accommodation

Ground Floor
Two separate entrances provide access either directly into a living area or via a hallway. This level includes a spacious 30 m² bedroom offering easy, stair-free access, a shower room with walk-in shower, washbasin and WC, a boiler room with recently installed heating and hot water systems, and a 30 m² living room currently used as a games room, featuring a billiard table and dartboard, with direct access to a 10 m² wine cellar.

First Floor
A wooden staircase leads to the main living level, which comprises two generous reception rooms, both opening onto the balcony terrace. The first room (32 m²), traditionally used as a dining room, also works well as an office and features parquet flooring and a storage cupboard. The second room (24 m²) is a charming sitting room with parquet flooring, a decorative fireplace fitted with a working wood-burning stove, and two doors opening onto the balcony. This floor also includes a 10 m² bedroom, a fitted kitchen with exposed beams and recent appliances, providing access to the conservatory and garden, as well as a hallway leading to the laundry room (washing machine and tumble dryer included), bathroom and WC.

The south-facing conservatory (14 m²) offers excellent light during the winter months and provides an ideal space for delicate plants, with direct access to the balcony terrace. An internal workshop (10 m²), usable year-round, offers dedicated storage and workspace, with an internal staircase leading down to the garage and wood storage area. Certain tools and equipment are included, with a summary list available on request.

Second Floor
The top floor comprises two bedrooms of 22 m² and 18 m², both enjoying views over the church and château, with exposed beams and, in one bedroom, a built-in wardrobe. A hall and landing with a built-in open-fronted cupboard provides access to an external staircase leading down to the rear garden. A recently created shower room (4.5 m²) completes this level, fitted with a shower, washbasin, WC, and built-in washing machine and tumble dryer.

All rooms are in good general condition, with recent works carried out to improve the electrics, heating and media installations. While the house is fully habitable as it stands, some personal decorative updates would allow a buyer to make it truly their own.
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