Character 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view and panoramic view views in Pauligne, Languedoc-Roussillon

750,000 EUR 645,000 GBP 810,000 USD

Reference: 247041

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Floor Size: 261 m2
Plot Size: 2.3 hectares / 5.68 acres

Features

Terrace
Garden
Private Pool
Original Features
Possible Extra Dwellings
Outbuildings
Countryside View
Panoramic View
Outstanding View
Private
Quiet Area
No Neighbours
Parking
Garage
Traditional Style
Good Condition

Details

Bright, spacious and full of character and charm, this magnificent historical property is meticulously presented and situated in a small hamlet which was previously a wine domaine.

This exquisite property is ideal for those craving a private retreat, without being isolated.

There is a double entrance into the house, with the second leading to a functional utility room to the left. Straight ahead is the entry to the cosy dining/living area which has a large wood burning stove, beautifully tiled floors and views across the countryside. To the left is a functional modern kitchen with a small breakfast nook and utility room. Also in the dining room is a marble staircase leading to the first level, plus an entry door to the large living room area. The living room has French doors opening onto a double sided staircase which leads to a paved terrace, infinity pool, summer kitchen and garden - all overlooking the stunning views. Off the living room is a landing doubling as an office area, and a shower room/WC.

Wooden stairs from the landing lead down into a living area with French doors that access the garden, terrace and pool. This part of the house, when accessed through the French doors, could be a self contained studio apartment, with the addition of a small kitchenette, but is currently used as a TV room.

Back in the dining room, the marble staircase winds up to the first floor with it's wide hallways. At one end, a glorious master suite awaits, with a sitting area, separate shower, WC and bath. The other 4 bedrooms are situated off the spacious hallway and at the furthest end is a family bathroom and office/bedroom/sitting room.

A hidden gem is the huge attic, which is insulated and ripe for development if further living areas are required. This consists of a space of 101.9m2, divided into 5 separate rooms.

This property boasts 2 hectares of land, a large open shed (hanger) situated on constructible land, 2 barns and 2 sheds, plus a lovely 'secret garden'. There is a well for garden watering.

The property is situated 10 minutes from the market town of Limoux and 30 minutes from Carcassonne with its train station and international airport.

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France Property Buying Guide

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

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.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

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.