Exceptional Maison de Maitre with gite and pools in Minervois village close to Narbonne

An exceptional Maison de Maitre for sale in a lively village in the Minervois close to Narbonne and the Canal du Midi, offering approximately 391m² of habitable space comprising 7 bedrooms/6 bathrooms, as well as a 3-bed gite of 96m², a stone barn of 360m², 2 pools and off street parking, all within a walled plot of 1513m² located on the edge of the village within walking distance to all amenities. Dating from the 1880s, the Maison de Maître blends historical charm with modern luxury. Fully renovated and furnished with contemporary style and taste, this main residence is arranged over 4 floors with an ornate curved staircase running through the centre of the house. On the ground floor, there is an 46m² kitchen with a 5m long breakfast bar and high end built-in appliances, a lounge area with a marble fireplace and a secret door through to a large utility room. Complementing the kitchen on the ground floor is a spacious living room, an office, a large hallway leading to an ornate double front door and a large downstairs powder room. On the first floor, there are 3 large double bedrooms all with marble fireplaces and ensuite bath/shower rooms. The master suite includes a separate dressing room with plenty of storage space, and a bathroom with rolltop bath and walk-in shower. On the top floor there are 4 additional large double bedrooms, one featuring a spacious ensuite shower room, plus a shared bathroom. All rooms offer wonderful views of the countryside and mountains beyond. In addition, there is a basement that features a large cinema/games room and a separate bar/tasting room, enhancing the luxurious living experience. The exterior of the main residence is relaxed and functional. A long driveway, accessed via double electric gates, leads to a gravelled area where there is a wisteria-trimmed outdoor bar, a stone barn with original wine vats offering significant storage or development potential, and a large hen house. There is also ample parking here for 5+ cars. A rear garden features a lawn, an 8m x 4m heated swimming pool with a raised lounging area and a covered dining area for alfresco meals. The front garden has a variety of established trees, including an ancient Sephora tree. Attached to the main residence is a separate guest house, ideal as a gîte/chambre d’hôte business. On two floors, the gite offers 3 double bedrooms and 2 shower rooms. On the ground floor, a wide wheelchair-accessible entranceway leads to a kitchen which opens onto an alfresco dining area. There is also a spacious bedroom with an ensuite shower room and a separate WC on this floor. The living room is located on the first floor. From this room, two sets of double doors open onto a balcony offering views of the surrounding countryside. There are also 2 spacious double bedrooms with reversible air conditioning, on this floor. The gite has its own south-facing garden with a refreshing plunge pool and a secluded lounge area, perfect for relaxation. Additionally, there is a the 40m² boulodrome accessible from the garden, adding a touch of local charm to the outdoor space. This outstanding and versatile property is a perfect blend of elegance, luxury and comfort. It is ready to go as a family home and/or high-end hospitality business, offering further development possibilities, if desired. A rare find! Main residence: Ground Floor: Entrance hall – 25m² Living room – 20m² Kitchen /Dining room/lounge – 46m² Utility room – 18m² Office – 9m² Powder room – 10m² 1st Floor: Bedroom 1 (master) – 24m²; dressing room – 9m² & bathroom – 13m² Bedroom 2 – 21m²; en-suite – 3m² Bedroom 3 – 20m²; en-suite – 3m² Landing – 17m² 2nd Floor: Bedroom 4 - 28m²; en-suite – 11m² Bedroom 5 – 23m² Bedroom 6 – 19m² Bedroom 7 - 12m² Shower room – 8m² Landing – 7m² Basement: Cinema Room – 28m² Bar/tasting room – 17m² Guest House/Gite Ground Floor: Kitchen – 13m² Bedroom 1 – 13m² ; en-suite – 2m² First Floor: Living room – 28m² with balcony – 6m² Bedroom 2 – 14m² Bedroom 3 – 10m² Shower room – 3m² General: Electric heating Gite contents included in sale price Mains drainage Smoke alarm Tax Foncière approx. 3893€p.a Location: St Nazaire d’Aude - Lively village bordering the Canal du Midi with all amenities – restaurant, café, bakery, general store, etc. – 15 minutes from Narbonne, 45 minutes from airports at Carcassonne, Beziers and Perpignan, and 25 minutes to Mediterranean beaches

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