8 bedroom House for sale in Bize Minervois, Languedoc-Roussillon

Attractive and versatile property which has been newly renovated with care and respect for its traditional features and substantial character. This property is in excellent condition with many original features and potential for a commercial enterprise with its existing B&B and apartment.


It is situated in the centre of a village, close to Bize-Minervois, in the Minervois, Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon.

This old winemakers house which dates back to the early 19th century, consists of private owners accommodation, bed & breakfast rooms and an independent apartment.

There is an established courtyard garden with pool, terraces, covered terrace & summer kitchen.
Double garage.

The entrance is into the bed & breakfast area which consists of a ground floor hallway and dining room.
4 first floor bedrooms and 1 second floor bedroom, all with en suite bathrooms/wcs.

The apartment on the second floor and consists of a large living space with kitchen, two spacious bedrooms, a shower room/wc and a terrace.

The owners accommodation on the ground floor has independent exterior access. A large living space with adjoining kitchen, laundry room and wc. Private spiral staircase to a large first floor bedroom with shower room/wc, dressing room and balcony.


Bed and Breakfast area:

Ground floor-
Lobby - (1.70m2) - Large original wooden double door.
Entrance - (29.00m2) - Original painted cement tiles. High ceiling with the exposed beams. Marble fireplace with wood-burning stove. Wooden staircase. Access to patio.
Patio - (16.50m2).
Dining room - (27.50m2) - Original painted cement tiles and parquet. Incorporated furniture with wooden cupboard space and granite work surface.

First floor-
Hallway - (12.65m2).
Bedroom - (16.00m2) - Original floor tiles. High ceiling with old beam. Fireplace.
En suite Shower room - (3.70m2) - Shower, hand basin and WC.

Bedroom - (11.90m2).
En suite shower room- (4.45m2) - Large shower, hand basin and WC.

Bedroom - (14.65m2) - Patio door to a small balcony.
En suite shower room - (5.45m2) - Large shower, hand basin and WC.

Bedroom - (15.35m2).
En suite bathroom - (4.00m2) - Corner bath, hand basin and WC.

Second Floor
Hallway - (5.50m2) - High ceiling with velux.
Bedroom - (14.00m2) - Original floor tiles. High ceiling with old beams.
En suite shower room - (4.35m2) - Large shower, hand basin and WC.

Owners accommodation:
(can be accessed from the dining room within the bed and breakfast).
Living space - (47.50m2) - Stone fireplace in the salon area. Patio door to the large covered terrace close to the pool.
Kitchen - (20.85m2) - Triple window door on to the patio. Measure-made wooden with the granite work surfaces.
Hallway - (9.35m2) - Incorporated cupboards with sliding doors. Entrance from the exterior.
Laundry room- (5.25m2) - Sink and wooden work surface.
WC - (2.00m2) - WC and hand basin.
First Floor:
Accessible by spiral staircase from the living space.
Bedroom - (17.95m2) - Patio door to terrace (18.50m2) with a wrought iron balustrade.
Incorporated cupboard space with wooden doors.
Shower room - (5.25m2) - Large shower, WC, hand basin and towel heater.
Dressing room - (5.70m2).

Apartment:
Situated on the second floor with access via the bed & breakfast accommodation and separate exterior entrance.
Living space - (43.70m2) - High ceiling with old beams. Sitting area and kitchen / dining corner.
Two patio doors to a large terrace with barbecue.
Hallway - (2.60m2).
Bedroom - (12.45m2) - High ceiling with old beam.
Shower room - (6.50m2) - Large shower, hand basin and WC.
Bedroom - (11.30m2) - High ceiling with old beam.

Outside:
Land/garden - (1498.00m2) - Two accesses from the exterior via double gates to the double garage of 66.00m2 and via a porch. Small orchard and vegetable garden.

Large covered terrace with summer kitchen and barbecue. Magnificent garden pathways.
Terraces in front of the large living spaces. Lawned areas and a large variety of plants, bushes and trees.

Large pool of 16m x 8m in concrete with marble based render. The pool is surrounded by a tiled terrace and offers nice views on the countryside.
Poolside shower room with WC.

Magnificent garden making an oasis in the centre of the village.

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Features

Reference179693

Price749,000 EUR

Bedrooms

8

Bathrooms

7

Floor Space

390.0m2

Land Area

1,498.0m2

Fees Paid By Seller

It does not cost you anything to purchase this property through us

Balcony

1 or more balconies

Terrace

Terraced outside space

Fruit Trees

Has fruit trees

Air Conditioning

Existing in one or more rooms

Fireplace

Has open fireplace or woodburner

Original Features

Retains original character features

Possible Extra Dwellings

Has suitable building for conversion

Potential for Income

Existing or suitable conditions for income

Parking

Has vehicle parking

Garage

Has covered vehicle parking

Good Condition

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