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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Price
€550,000
- £477,417**
Agency Fees paid by
vendor
Property Tax
From - €646
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Apartment La Clusaz - La Clusaz
€550,000
- £477,417**
Set on the banks of the river in the sought-after hamlet of Verthier, Doussard, this beautiful chalet-style apartment renovation occupies the ground floor of a traditional Savoyard farmhouse and is arranged over three levels.
Enjoy mesmerising views of the historic Verthier bridge, the majestic Dents de Lanfon and surrounding mountains from the sunny terrace or the separate garden and summerhouse. Ideally located just 5 minutes from Lake Annecy and the centre of Doussard, 30 minutes from Annecy town centre, 40 minutes from the ski resorts of La Clusaz and Le Grand Bornand, and 1 hour from Geneva Airport.
The property features a spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area, large living room, master suite with luxury shower room, utility room and garage. Authentic timbers and stonework blend with clever storage solutions and flexible living spaces, including a second bedroom, additional shower room, study/lounge areas and guest accommodation under the eaves.
This beautiful chalet-style apartment renovation offers a rare opportunity to enjoy alpine living just minutes from the shores of Lake Annecy. Located in the sought-after riverside hamlet of Verthier, Doussard, the property combines traditional Savoyard charm with modern comfort in an exceptional mountain setting. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the easy access to skiing, cycling, hiking, paragliding and a wide range of year-round activities. The centre of Doussard is only 5 minutes away, while Annecy can be reached in 30 minutes. The Aravis ski resorts are within easy reach and Courchevel and the Three Valleys are approximately one hour away. Regular bus services connect Doussard with Annecy and Albertville, and a school bus stop is located less than 100 metres from the property.
The property enjoys a peaceful riverside setting with surrounding mountain views. A sunny terrace directly in front of the apartment provides the perfect spot for relaxing in the sun, while a separate garden/terrace with summerhouse (12m², electricity already connected), offers additional entertaining space, a potential home office or guest accommodation.
The apartment benefits from underfloor heating on the ground floor, electric radiators on the upper levels, a wood pellet stove in the living room and an open fireplace on the second-floor landing.
Ground floor
The ground floor opens into a practical entrance cloakroom before leading into a spacious open-plan kitchen and dining room (24m²), thoughtfully renovated with exposed wood and stone alongside modern appliances. Double-aspect windows create a bright and welcoming atmosphere ideal for family life and entertaining.
An open doorway leads to the comfortable living room (19m²) with its cosy pellet stove.
The hallway leads to the master suite (18m²), comprising a warm chalet-style bedroom and a large contemporary shower room with double wash basins, an Italian-style shower and built-in storage.
This level also includes a separate WC, a large utility room (13m²) and internal access to the garage (14m²), which also benefits from external access via an electric roller door.
First Floor
A traditional wooden staircase leads to the first floor, where an open landing area (11m²) incorporates a built-in desk and additional storage, creating an ideal study or reading area. A shower room and separate WC are also located on this level.
Second Floor
The second floor features a large open-plan landing (16m²) with a working fireplace, offering a highly flexible living space suitable as a cosy lounge, office or occasional guest sleeping area.
A bright second bedroom (14m²) with a large Velux window completes this floor.
Above, the renovated loft space (20m² non-Carrez) provides further guest accommodation or excellent storage space.
Recently renovated and well-maintained, this unique property combines authentic alpine character with versatile living accommodation. Ideal as either a main residence or a holiday home, it offers a peaceful and picturesque setting close to the lake, mountains and all amenities.
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Information about risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website : https://www.georisques.gouv.fr
Energy efficiency ratings (DPE + GES) made after July 1, 2021
Estimated annual energy costs
between €1960and
€2700for 2021
This newly completed ski area is a hit. It brings together some of the prettiest ski resorts in the Alps, and when you’re floating around on the super light snow found in the area there is one word that sums up the experience of skiing this domain – scenery – it’s really pretty, it’s really stunning.
For much of the skiing you are under the watchful eye of Mont Blanc the highest peak in Western Europe, which provides a sensational backdrop to any activity. The snow record for this area is exemplary and opens from mid Dec to late April in spite of being a relatively low area; they call it the Mont Blanc effect. Snow seems to fall here when surrounding resorts are not being so lucky and many a time I’ve been over to find fresh thigh deep powder when all around are praying for snow.
It is made up of five resorts; Crest Voland Cohennoz, Flumet, Hautluce, Notre-dame de Bellecombe, Praz sur Arly and Les Saisies and most of these resorts have their own satellite villages and resorts such as Bisanne 1500 which, whilst it has its own lifts, is classified as part of Les Saisies.
The Espace Diamant has 185kms of marked piste; 31 green runs, 59 blues, 47 red and 11 black, so something for everyone and in addition 4 bordercross trails and 3 snowparks add to the ensemble. Because of the newness of the area the lift system is good and efficient.
This whole area is extremely good for families; it is not for the full on party animals but there is a pleasant vibe in these resorts. In the summer the place is absolutely stunning; incredible vistas and flower meadows take the breath away and it is a great place for all types of mountain adventures whether of the gourmet, relaxing kind or full on adrenalin kind!
La Clusaz produces champions. It lives and breathes snow sport and also hosts world cup races - and yet it still remains relatively unknown with the British public and very popular with the French.
La Clusaz comes from the word “cluse”, a narrow pass between two mountains. Old parchments call it “Clusa Locus Dei”, God’s Narrow Place, which became La Clusa Lieu Dieu, used until May 1772. This name was given by the Abbots of Talloires on whom La Clusaz depended. La Clusaz was a particularly poor village. The climate of the area only allowed the cultivation of barley and rye for bread, oats for the animals, linen and hemp for clothes and potatoes for domestic food. The two main occupations were agriculture, including the making of reblochon, and forestry..... and then came tourism.
The first skiers arrived in 1907. In 1926 the first sport's club in the resort was created. In 1928, villagers built the ice-rink and in 1935, the first ski lift came in to operation. La Clusaz celebrated 100 years of snow sports in 2007 – it now has 2050 inhabitants and 20,000 tourist beds.
La Clusaz aims itself at the family market but don’t be fooled this is a active and young resort, it supports all types of winter sport including boarding, freestyle and pretty much anything goes here. They very much cater for the new style of skier and boarder who not only want to ride the mountain but do tricks and jumps as well – it’s all here.
La Clusaz – Manigod is part of the Massif des Aravis with 220kms of pistes – 132kms of which are La Clusaz. To enjoy the full area you will need to catch free navettes as you link between St Jean de Sixt to La Grande Bornand. The small amount of effort is worth it but there is plenty on offer in the La Clusaz area anyway.
Excellent snow record even on the lower slopes and in total 84 pistes. La Clusaz is considered to be the most important ski resort of the group .... but best not tell the other resorts that! They have all the typical resort activities here; ski flying, huski sledging, sledging, Snow shoeing, snowmobiles and the list goes on, something for everyone.
In resort you have a typical village atmosphere quiet and tranquil, but open the right door and you’ll hit nightclubs and dancing into the wee small hours. There is a swimming pool – midnight swimming is available I’ve heard! Nightclubs, cosy bars and a variety of restaurants. Whilst La Clusaz aims itself at the family market it is also aiming at the quality market – those who want a little more luxury in their skiing may like it here.
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