Arched ceilings Beamed ceilings Exposed stones Original tiles Patio
Description:
Unique opportunity to buy part of a medieval château dating back to the 12th century in the times of Cathars and Crusaders in the Corbieres hills near Lagrasse.
The château is now divided into several dwellings.The house for sale has a 20m² terrace over the ramparts with spectacular views of the Orbieu river valley.The living area is on 3 levels with a front door onto the central street.
There’s a hallway, a kitchen and a dining room with an old fireplace on the ground floor.
Stairs lead up to a spacious living room and mezzanine.A fireplace belonging to the Marquis de Sade was built into this room as it’s main feature.
There’s a full bathroom and two bedrooms on this 1st floor.2 large bedrooms and an unfinished bathroom on the 2nd floor.
The house has been restored for the most part – some refurbishing to do on the 2nd floor.The roof was re-done 10 years ago.
The village has a fine restaurant and hotel and is only 4 kms from the medieval village of Lagrasse with a good choice of boutiques and restaurants.
40 minutes drive to Carcassonne airport – proximity to the motorway (toulouse-montpellier) and a market town at Lezignan 19kms.