Description
Old beams, modern technology
Exposed 18th-century beams, a fireplace for winter evenings and sunshine from morning to evening – with unobstructed views over the Rhône Valley. This house in Ollon VS was built in 1758 and thoroughly renovated: new electrics, good insulation, heat pump since 2015 and an as-new roof. History you can touch, with today's comfort.
- Built in 1758, fully renovated – character without the old worries
- New electrics, good insulation, heat pump since 2015, as-new roof
- Sun from morning to evening and unobstructed views over the Rhône Valley
- Open kitchen with dining area and fireplace
- Huge attic – studio, yoga room or playroom
- Balcony and several terraces – outdoors at any time of day
- 3 cellars totalling 65 m², workshop and woodshed
- Parking 50 m away, garage in the basement feasible
The house in detail: the main floor has the open kitchen with dining area and fireplace, a bedroom, a bathroom and the large attic. Below are the living room with balcony and an 8 m² bathroom with shower and bathtub. On the lowest level are two further bedrooms (17 m² and 10 m²) connected by a door. Add a workshop, three cellars and a woodshed – room for families, creatives and anyone looking for a home with real character.
Ollon VS is in the Crans-Montana holiday region, among vineyards, ski areas and golf courses, with around 280 km of hiking trails. The A9 motorway is easily reached and the nearest railway station is in Sierre.
Key facts
- Type: house, 4.5 rooms, 3 bedrooms
- Living area: 125.7 m²
- Year built: 1758, fully renovated
- Heating: heat pump (since 2015), fireplace
- 2 bathrooms, one with shower and bathtub
- Large attic, workshop, 3 cellars (65 m²), woodshed
- Balcony and several terraces
- Parking 50 m away
- Address: Chemin de la Fontanette 14, Ollon VS
- Price: CHF 600'000
A house with almost 270 years of history and modern technology is rare. Contact me for a viewing.
Daniel | Real estate broker Valais & Vaud
Situation
Location & Surroundings
The house is located in the historic village center of Ollon, nestled in charming alleys and surrounded by traditional houses. The location combines tranquillity and village character with excellent connections to the surrounding infrastructure. Shops, restaurants and all the village's main facilities are within easy walking distance, while the surrounding nature and vineyards provide relaxation and leisure opportunities.
The property is situated at a pleasant altitude, which offers clear air and an incomparable panoramic view over the Rhone Valley. From the terraces and balcony, you can enjoy the sun in the morning and evening and an impressive view of the surrounding hills and mountains. This location thus offers the perfect combination of historical charm, rural tranquillity and alpine ambience, ideal for anyone who wants to live close to nature and the city center at the same time.
Municipality
Ollon - life in the heart of Valais
The municipality of Ollon is located in the canton of Valais, nestled between the Rhone Valley and the foothills of the Alps. With around 6,000 inhabitants, Ollon combines village charm, a quality of life close to nature and a well-developed infrastructure. The village offers shopping facilities, schools, medical care and good public transport connections - ideal for families and professionals.
The surrounding area of Ollon is characterized by vineyards, rolling hills and diverse nature, offering numerous leisure activities. Winter sports fans benefit from the proximity to the renowned ski resort of Crans-Montana, which is just a short drive away. Hiking and mountain biking trails in summer also invite you to explore the region.
The economy of the region is diverse: agriculture, viticulture, tourism and small to medium-sized enterprises provide stability and prospects. Ollon thus combines historical village character, alpine ambience and modern development, making the municipality an attractive place to live for people who value tranquillity, nature and infrastructure at the same time.
Access
Ollon is very well connected and offers an ideal combination of quiet village life and easy access to larger towns. Public transport regularly connects the village with the surrounding municipalities and towns; bus and train connections enable convenient mobility without the need for a car.
By car, Lausanne can be reached in around 50 minutes and Bern in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The proximity to the A9 motorway also facilitates quick connections to the entire Valais region and beyond. This good accessibility makes Ollon attractive for commuters as well as weekend and vacation home owners.
In addition, residents benefit from short travel times to Crans-Montana, the popular ski resort, as well as to the leisure facilities in the Rhone Valley. Ollon thus combines rural tranquillity, nature and quality of life with practical accessibility and good infrastructure.
Shops/stores
In the village of Ollon itself, there is only one bakery, which covers your daily needs for fresh bread and pastries. For more extensive shopping, supermarkets and specialist stores, Sierre is only 8 minutes away by car, meaning that all major amenities are quickly and easily accessible. As a result, residents benefit from the peaceful village atmosphere without having to sacrifice flexibility and convenience.
Public transport
Ollon boasts excellent accessibility and the ideal combination of village idyll and urban connections. The village is well connected to bus routes, which run regularly to the surrounding area and the train station, ensuring convenient mobility even without a car.
By car, you can reach Sierre in just 8 minutes, Lausanne in around 50 minutes and Bern in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The nearby A9 motorway provides quick and easy connections to the Valais region and beyond. For leisure and winter sports enthusiasts, Crans-Montana can be reached in just a few minutes, making Ollon an attractive location for both everyday life and leisure activities.
Leisure time
Leisure & nature
Ollon offers an ideal combination of life close to nature and varied leisure activities. The surrounding landscape with vineyards, rolling hills and the foothills of the Alps is ideal for walks, hikes and mountain bike tours. Sports and nature enthusiasts will enjoy the proximity to Crans-Montana, which can be used for skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports in winter as well as hiking and outdoor activities in summer.
In addition, the active club and cultural scene in Ollon ensures a lively village life. From sports clubs to music and cultural groups to leisure clubs for young and old - everyone will find something to suit their interests here. Whether recreation in nature, sporting activities or cultural events, Ollon offers a wide range of opportunities for every age group to spend an active and varied leisure time
Outside conveniences
Outdoor area & terraces
The house offers several terraces and a balcony, which are ideal for enjoying the sun and the breathtaking view of the Rhone Valley. The spacious outdoor areas invite you to relax, sunbathe or dine al fresco.
In addition, the garden and surrounding areas offer plenty of space for creative design options - whether a cozy seating area, herb or flower garden or a small play area for children. The outdoor area is flooded with light and allows hours of sunshine from morning to evening, making life in and around the house particularly pleasant and inviting.
Conveniences
Neighbourhood
- Village
- Mountains
- Vineyard
- River
- Residential area
- Shops/Stores
- Shopping street
- Bank
- Post office
- Restaurant(s)
- Pharmacy
- Bus stop
- Highway entrance/exit
- Playground
- Preschool
- Primary school
- Secondary school
- Near a golf course
- Tennis centre
- Ski piste
- Ski resort
- Hiking trails
- Bike trail
- Soccer pitch
- Religious monuments
- Hospital / Clinic
- Doctor
- Medical home
Outside conveniences
- Balcony/ies
- Terrace/s
- Garden
- Bench
- Quiet
- Annex
- Shed
- Storeroom
- Barn
- Public parking
Inside conveniences
- Without elevator
- Public parking
- Open kitchen
- Guests lavatory
- Separated lavatory
- Cellar
- Wine cellar
- Carnotzet
- Garret
- Storeroom
- Workshop
- Recreationroom
- Craft room
- Unfurnished
- Connected thermostat
- Mosquito screen
- Heating Access
- Fireplace
- Double glazing
- Natural light
- Exposed beams
- With character
- Timber frame
Equipment
- Furnished kitchen
- Induction cooker
- Oven
- Microwave
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Connections for washing tower
- Shower
- Bath
- Phone
- Cable/TV
- Satellite
- WiFi
- Internet connection
- Optic fiber
- Internet 1Gbit/s
- Interphone
- Videophone
- Oversee camera
- Outdoor lighting
Floor
- Tiles
- Parquet floor
Condition
- Good
Orientation
- South
- East
- West
Exposure
- Optimal
- All day
- Morning
- In the evening
View
- Nice view
- Clear
- Unobstructed
- Far view
- Valley view
- Panoramic
- With an open outlook
- Rural
- River
- Stream
- Mountains
- Alps
Style
- Classic
- Modern