House in Carcassonne, Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon (Occitanie)

11 rooms - 7 Beds - 4 Baths | Floor 350m² | Ext 33,240m²

€985,000 - £845,061**

Ref. : A28365JAS11 | EXCLUSIVE

This unique property just outside Carcassonne is completely secluded but within a stone's throw of all amenities and the UNESCO world heritage site of La Cité and the Canal du Midi. This estate is a rare haven of peace and tranquility, in excellent condition and perfect as a family home or for a future business.
An added attraction for investors are the extensive attics and outbuildings with business potential, and four income-generating cottages that are currently rented.
The main house features a magnificent entrance hall and galleried stone staircase, elegant dining room and salon, study and farmhouse kitchen, 4 double bedrooms, one with ensuite bathroom, and a family bathroom. All rooms are beautifully decorated with original marble fireplaces.
An adjacent annex comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and store rooms which can be converted into an independent living space.
Live the dream in the sunny south of France, away from it all and yet 10 minutes from vibrant Carcassonne.

Discover the elegance of this charming, secluded 18th-century estate, perfectly situated just outside Carcassonne, but a short walk from a commercial centre with all amenities. This well-maintained property blends historic charm with modern albeit classic comfort, featuring the main manor house, an independent annex, 4 rental cottages, extensive garages and barns, stables, a former sheepfold and forge. Set amidst lush gardens and park with a classic orangerie and pigeonnier, this estate offers a serene retreat with the ambiance of a chateau, just waiting for new owners to breathe life into it.

You enter the estate via a private road , through impressive stone gates, passing a row of cottages, the stables, sheepfold, barns and 2 large garages, and arrive in the courtyard in front of the manor house. Massive double oak doors welcome you into the house, where you step back in time and are surrounded by history.

The living accommodation over three floors begins with the magnificent entrance hall (26m2) and stone staircase(22m2), illuminated by original stained glass windows and doors, leading up to the first floor gallery landing, from where you find the elegant formal dining room (31m2), drawing room (30m2) with French windows opening on to the terrace, study (13m2), hallway to rear terrace (5m2), classic farmhouse kitchen with open fireplace in Caunes marble and pantry (23m2). All these rooms have their original, prized cement tiles or marble terrazzo.
The first floor accommodation includes the charming master bedroom (19m2) and ensuite bathroom (10m2).
On the second floor are three beautiful double bedrooms (11m2, 15m2 and 14.9m2) with original parquet floors, and a family bathroom (11.5m2). Also on the second floor are the expansive attics, ripe for converting into more living accommodation, as they comprises several rooms with unglazed windows and a mezzanine.

All rooms are exquisitely decorated and furnished, with original features and marble fireplaces. The tall, double-glazed windows on all sides let in plenty of sunlight, and the whole house is warm and welcoming.

The property has been very well-maintained by the current owners, who have lived there for generations. The oil-fired central heating system benefits from the recent installation of an efficient heat pump. All the windows in the house have been replaced with high-quality double-glazing, and there is an alarm system.

Next to the main house and connected via the first-floor kitchen, is a 3-floor annex, formerly used for staff accommodation. Entering from the courtyard, on the ground floor are the boiler room, store room and wine cellar. Wooden stairs lead up to the first floor, where there is a double bedroom with ensuite shower room and wc, and a store room. On the second floor are 2 further bedrooms in need of renovation, and shower room with wc. This annex could easily be converted into separate accommodation.

There are four 2-storey cottages in the courtyard, currently rented out on 3-year leases and generating income. Each cottage is between 55m2 to 75m2, with living room, kitchen, 2 or 3 bedrooms, woodburning stoves, parking space and private gardens.

The house is surrounded by gravel terraces and flowering shrubs, with gravel pathways leading into the park. A fishpond is fed by one of the many water sources on the property The formal gardens (2600 m2) across the courtyard are planted with trees and flowering shrubs and plants that are well-suited to the Mediterranean climate. The pretty orangerie is ideal for conversion into a summer dining room and kitchen, and there is plenty of space for a swimming pool to be installed. The wooded park (1.86 ha) with its pigeonnier and wide pathways is perfect for an early morning stroll, or a shady walk in the summer heat. The 4 natural water sources on the property ensure year-round irrigation.

The property includes plenty of garage and parking space, ensuring convenience and security for residents and visitors.

Located just a few kilometres from the UNESCO World Heritage Medieval Cité of Carcassonne, this manoir is ideally situated to enjoy the rich history and vibrant culture of the area. The surrounding region is renowned for its wine production, with the Minervois, Corbières and Cabardès wine regions nearby. Additionally, the picturesque Canal du Midi offers opportunities for leisurely boat trips and scenic walks. This versatile property is perfect as a luxurious family home, but the spacious layout and many amenities make it suitable for both private living and future commercial ventures.

While the furniture is not included in the sale, many pieces are negotiable, providing an opportunity to retain the property's beautifully curated aesthetic. This inviting manoir, with its wonderful ambiance, offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Carcassonne's historic charm and enjoy the unique lifestyle of the south of France.


** Transport**
Nearest Airports: Carcassonne Airport (CCF) is just 5 km away. Toulouse (1 hour), Béziers (1.5 hours), Perpignan (1 hour) and Montpellier (2 hours). Barcelona (Spain): 3 hours.

Train Station: Carcassonne Station (TGV and regional trains) offers easy access to national and international destinations.

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