Located halfway between Aubenas and the spa town of Vals-les-Bains, this magnificently restored medieval castle perched above the Ardèche Valley invites you to a peaceful and authentic life, in the heart of a preserved and carefully restored natural environment. With its panoramic views of the valley, its sunny terraces, and its swimming pool nestled in the rock, this rare property combines heritage and the art of living. From the moment you enter, its charm takes hold. A wrought-iron gate opens onto a winding path that reveals the beautiful building, proudly perched on the hillside with over 4,000 square meters of land and a 180° view. Its panoramic terraces, its swimming pool carved into the rock, and its stonework windows dominate the landscape and the terraced gardens planted with some thirty productive olive trees and fruit trees. Two water cisterns have been built for irrigation. Over the last few decades, passionate owners, aided by talented craftsmen, have completely renovated the building, preserving the spirit of the château and its history, favoring a selection of noble materials such as cut stone, wood, and terracotta, while adding the modern comforts expected in a prestigious residence. The château offers 380 square meters of living space, divided between a private section and a section dedicated to welcoming guests. This bed and breakfast offers an ideal layout for combining a primary residence with a tourist activity. This clever design preserves the privacy of the occupants while comfortably accommodating visitors seeking an exceptional stay. The interior is arranged around an entrance hall, a fully equipped eat-in kitchen with a beautiful, high-performance wood-burning stove ready to prepare delicious meals, a dining room known as the "Knights' Room," a lovely private lounge with a stone fireplace, a storage room and boiler room, and three upstairs bedrooms that can be configured as private rooms with a bathroom. This section can be dedicated to additional guest rooms, ideal for continuing a tourism business or hosting family and friends with complete independence. One of the guest rooms is integrated into a studio opening onto the west-facing terrace with direct access to the secure swimming pool. Two other bedrooms with their own bathrooms complete the offering. This harmonious layout preserves everyone's privacy while allowing guests to fully enjoy the conviviality of the common areas. The generous proportions of these living spaces and the uniquely decorated bedrooms offer a gentle and refined atmosphere, blending authenticity and well-being. All rooms open onto the panoramic views of the site. From the two terraces, the view over the valley is simply breathtaking, a spectacle that changes with the seasons. Convertible outbuildings, such as two garages, a workshop, and storage cellars, complement these spaces, along with a superb vaulted cellar, perfectly renovated, ideal for entertaining or creating a magnificent wine cellar. Adjoining the building is a 110m² stone village house, requiring complete renovation, with a garden overlooking the valley, completing the property. With independent access via typical cobbled lanes, this castle, with its medieval origins, played a protective role for the inhabitants of the old village of Ucel. Part of the village is still inhabited, and an authentic stone keep remains at the rear on the northeast side, offering another, more intimate access to the property, which remains a place steeped in history. Finally, the surrounding setting adds to the magic of the place: the picturesque villages of the Ardèche are nearby, as are local shops, schools, and markets. Located 2 hours and 20 minutes from Lyon and Marseille, 1 hour and 30 minutes from Valence TGV station, and 50 minutes from Montélimar. Lovers of extreme sports will find this a perfect destination.