Historic 3.68-Ha Estate with Listed 11th-Century Church, Manor House, Vineyard and Park near the Canal du Midi

In the South Minervois, near the Canal du Midi and 30 minutes from Narbonne, this remarkable 3.68-hectare estate combines history, charm, and potential. Built on the remains of a Carolingian monastery, it includes an 11th-century listed Romanesque church, a Directoire-style manor house, a renovated farmhouse, a former dovecote, and stone outbuildings. Surrounded by an organic vineyard (2.5 ha) and a landscaped park with pines, fountains, and an orangery, the property offers multiple possibilities: private residence, shared family home, heritage project, or hospitality development. A rare, serene setting where nature, history, and wine meet.

In the heart of the South Minervois, near the Canal du Midi and only 30 minutes from Narbonne and 40 minutes from the Mediterranean beaches, lies a remarkable 3.68-hectare historic estate — a true living testimony of southern French heritage.

Built over the centuries on the ruins of a Carolingian monastery, the property includes an 11th-century Romanesque church classified as a Historic Monument, a Directoire-style manor house, a restored former farmhouse, and several stone outbuildings, all surrounded by an organic vineyard and a romantic landscaped park.

A timeless estate full of charm and serenity

The property is accessed via a majestic driveway lined with century-old pines, leading to a cobbled courtyard around which the main buildings are arranged: the Maison de Maître, the Maison de Ramonétage, and the Pigeonnier.

The Maison de Maître – 230 m²

With its north-facing façade, pleasantly cool in summer, this elegant Directoire-style house retains all its original charm. The entrance hall opens onto the staircase and the living area: five adjoining reception rooms with glass doors opening onto the garden, leading to the kitchen, laundry room, and toilet located on the opposite side of the building.

Upstairs, a long corridor gives access to:
One bedroom with connecting office or dressing room,
A second bedroom with its own dressing and closet,
A third bedroom,
On the opposite side: two further bedrooms, a separate WC, and a bathroom.

The layout and light of this house exude understated elegance and authenticity.

The Maison de Ramonétage – 180 m²

Facing south, this house has been tastefully renovated and is currently rented.
The entrance opens into a spacious living room, which connects to the kitchen, and from there to the bathroom. A spiral staircase leads to the first floor, where a landing opens onto three bedrooms and access to the attic. All connections for a second bathroom are already in place.

The Pigeonnier and Outbuildings

The former dovecote (120 m² footprint) and three adjoining outbuildings offer exceptional potential for creating one or two holiday gîtes, with the roof already insulated and ceilings completed.

The park and vineyard

The estate extends over 3.68 hectares, including:
A 2.5-hectare organic vineyard planted in 2010 with Grenache, Marselan, and Vermentino, producing up to 25,000 bottles of IGP red and white wine per year.
Two wells and two ancient lavoirs (washhouses).
A landscaped park with century-old pines, fountains, and historic basins ready to be restored.
A romantic garden with an orangery, olive trees, and Mediterranean flora.
A water basin that could easily be converted into a swimming pool.
The Maison de Maître roof was reinforced in the 1980s (concrete structure), and the Ramonétage House roof and insulation were redone around 20 years ago.
The Romanesque Church — a listed Historic Monument

Dating back to the 1100s, the former parish church is steeped in history and architectural beauty. It can be fully restored with government grants (40% of costs, or up to 60% if open to the public) and tax benefits. Even today, occasional visitors come to see the site, mentioned in historical publications. Opening it to the public could create opportunities — for instance, converting the orangery into a tea room or boutique to complement visits.

Exceptional potential

This unique property allows for multiple projects:
Private family residence,
Shared ownership for two families or generations,
Cultural or heritage project,
Oenotourism or hospitality development with guest accommodation in the outbuildings.

It is rare to find such an authentic and preserved site, offering both peace and potential — a place where history, nature, and wine intertwine.

Location and distances

The estate is located near Ginestas, a charming Minervois village with all amenities, restaurants, and a weekly market, surrounded by vineyards and close to the Canal du Midi.

Narbonne: 20 min
Carcassonne: 45 min
Béziers Airport: 50 min
Mediterranean beaches: 40 min
Montpellier Airport: 1h20
Toulouse Airport: 1h30

For more photos, floor plans, and information, please contact us — we will be delighted to share the full story of this exceptional property.
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