Income Producing 5 bedroom Complex for sale with countryside view in Narbonne, Languedoc-Roussillon

2,600,000 EUR 2,236,000 GBP 2,808,000 USD

Reference: 243393

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Floor Size: 275 m2
Plot Size: 10.93 hectares / 27 acres

Features

Outbuildings
Potential for Income
Garden
Land
Lake or River Included
Private Pool
Hot Tub or Sauna
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Multiple Dwellings
Possible Extra Dwellings
Countryside View
Parking
Garage
Good Condition

Details

Nestling in 27 acres of glorious land with lake, beautiful gardens and expansive pool, is this stylishly renovated 3 storey, 5 bedroom house plus 3 gites, a guest house and outbuildings, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near all amenities in Narbonne.

This exceptional estate is a former 19th century wine estate, situated 25 minutes from the beaches, and less than a kilometer from the Canal du Midi. Currently operated as premium holiday accommodation (4 stars), the property consists of a main house of 275m2, 3 houses operated as gites, a grape-pickers' house, a huge wine cellar, a hangar, outbuildings, a large heated swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and a lake.

The main house, a magnificent Maison de Maitre from 1830, offers a living area of 275m2. It has been tastefully renovated and retains the old charm and character while benefiting from modern-day comforts. The ground floor benefits from a large entrance hall, kitchen, dining room, living room, an office, a WC and a summer living room with magnificent bay windows opening onto the terrace and summer kitchen.

The 1st floor opens onto a large landing and leads to 3 bedrooms (including a suite), a bathroom and a WC. The 2nd floor consists of two bedrooms, a large landing and a bathroom. This house also has a garage.

Three gites complete the estate. A first one bedroom gite of 45m2 that can accommodate 2 or 3 people. A second 3 bedroom gite of 110m2 that can accommodate 6 people. The 3rd spacious 4 bedroom gite of 223m2 can accommodate up to 9 people.

The 27 acres of grounds make this exceptional estate a haven of peace yet close to amenities and beaches. Equipped with a large heated swimming pool of 12 x 6m, a Jacuzzi and many areas in the garden.

A 48m2 grape-pickers' house (with a bedroom and a bathroom), a huge wine cellar dating from 1890 with a footprint of 845m2, agricultural sheds and outbuildings also complete the estate.

Ideally located in the privileged territory of Narbonne and its coastline, between sea and mountains. Recognised for its cultural heritage, it is now classified as a Regional Natural Park.

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Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

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3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.