Family Home Renovation Project with Large Plot in Bánhorváti, Northern Hungary

This 113 m², five-room family house in need of renovation stands on a 2,147 m² plot in Bánhorváti. It boasts a wide street frontage and a garden with fruit trees. The foundation has been waterproofed, providing a solid, long-term base for the new owner.

Key Features:

Walls: combination of brick and soft stone

Ceiling: wooden structure

Roof: covered with tiles, in need of full replacement

Floors: single level

Condition: requires complete renovation both inside and outside

Water & sewage: connected, but no hot water (electric boiler will be removed)

Electricity: 1x20 A daytime, 1x16 A controlled

Gas: not connected, available from the street

Heating: central heating system with radiators installed, but without a boiler

Cellar: approx. 10 m²

Parking: two garages (15 m² and 25 m²) plus additional yard parking

Garden & Outbuildings:
The garden features 3 apple trees, 3 long Concord grape arbors, decorative shrubs, and pine trees. Additional structures include two garages, a covered storage area, and animal pens that require renovation or demolition (bricks from the 1960s may be reusable). Along the 22-meter street frontage stands a wrought-iron fence, which needs repainting. The property also has its own well, though water quality testing is required to confirm potability.

Location & Surroundings:
Bánhorváti is a peaceful, welcoming village at the foot of the Bükk Mountains, surrounded by forests, hills, and rivers. For those who value nature and tranquility, this area is a hidden treasure. The Bükk National Park with its vast hiking and cycling trails lies right next door, while the scenic Lázbérc Reservoir offers fishing, boating, and breathtaking views just minutes away.

Within 20–40 km you can reach some of Northern Hungary’s most famous thermal spas and wellness destinations:

Miskolctapolca Cave Baths – unique thermal pools inside natural caves (approx. 35 km)

Egerszalók Thermal Spa – famous for its salt hill formations (approx. 50 km)

Zsóry Thermal Bath in Mezőkövesd – family-friendly spa with healing waters (approx. 45 km)

Wine lovers will appreciate the proximity of the world-renowned Eger wine region (about 50 km), home to the “Egri Bikavér” (Bull’s Blood) red wine and numerous traditional wine cellars.

The surrounding area also offers cultural and natural attractions:

The historic town of Eger with its castle, baroque architecture, and thermal baths

The lively city of Miskolc (35 km) with theaters, shopping, and cultural life

Lakes and rivers for kayaking, fishing, and outdoor sports

In Bánhorváti itself, you will find all essential services: kindergarten, primary school, grocery stores, four smaller shops, an outdoor fitness park, and an indoor football pitch. The nearest larger town, Kazincbarcika, is only 15 km away, ensuring convenient access to urban services while still enjoying the peace of the countryside.

If you are looking for a property where rural charm, natural beauty, and great accessibility come together, this house in Bánhorváti offers a unique opportunity in the heart of Northern Hungary.

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