Aude – in the Heart of the Corbières, an Exceptional Estate Spanning Approximately 307 Contiguous he

Property Description

Ideally located 25 km from Narbonne and the beaches, this magnificent property boasts a remarkable setting, completely free from any disturbances.

The estate features a stunning 19th-century Château with an adjoining Romanesque chapel, an elegant Bastide dating back to the 15th century, three independent lodgings, and numerous substantial outbuildings.

The Château offers approximately 1,000 m² of living space across three levels. The ground floor opens with an imposing entrance hall and a grand staircase to one side are two lounges and an office, and to the other, a lounge, a dining room, and a kitchen. All main rooms open directly onto a very large shaded terrace, the terraced gardens (restanques), and a charming swimming pool built into a former stone basin. A second kitchen, several storerooms, and a powder room complete this level. On the first floor, a central hallway leads to 7 bedrooms and 6 bath or shower rooms with toilets. The second floor features one bedroom with its own bathroom and several additional rooms ready to be finished. An independent caretaker's apartment has been cleverly integrated into the Château. All renovations have been carried out with deep respect for the original architectural and decorative features.

The Bastide, offering approximately 500 m² of living space over three levels, comprises a dining room, a kitchen, and two large adjoining reception rooms (en enfilade) on either side of the entrance hall, along with utility rooms (laundry, boiler room, etc.). The first floor hosts 5 bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom and toilet. The second floor includes a dormitory and 3 additional bedrooms (two of which have en-suite bathrooms).

The Bastide and its adjoining outbuildings are arranged around a delightful walled garden featuring a large swimming pool. Here too, the renovation has preserved the historic soul of the premises.

The Independent Lodgings: Two of the three units (57 m² and 108 m²) are converted sheepfolds located behind the Château, sharing a third swimming pool. The third unit (81 m²) is situated on the first floor of a wing of the Bastide with its own private access.

Outbuildings: Substantial outbuildings adjoining the Bastide represent a total ground surface of approximately 1,200 m², including a former winery, a cellar (caveau), and various hangars.

The Grounds: The property extends over approximately 307 contiguous hectares of Mediterranean vegetation, including 3.4 hectares of vineyards currently in production (Aop Corbières), 30 hectares of arable land, 1 hectare of olive groves, and a lake of approximately 1.7 hectares.

The presence of several natural springs and boreholes is an undeniable asset in a region where water is a precious resource.

Potential: This unique estate can accommodate various projects: a multi-generational family home, an events venue, tourist or hotel accommodation, or an agricultural enterprise.

Access: Highway access is 25 minutes away Tgv station and low-cost international airports (Béziers and Carcassonne) are within a one-hour drive.

Fees payable by the seller

Energy rating: D
Climate rating: E

Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 17,482 euros and 23,652 euros per year. Prices indexed to the years 2021, 2022 and 2023 (including service charges.

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