1640s built three-storey near Carcassonne

Archetypal French town house

‘Of rare distinction’ is the only description for this extraordinary 1640s built three-storey, maison bourgeoise, with its two apartments and secluded “town” garden, just a brief walk from Carcassonne’s ancient centre ville. It is the archetypal, lovely, French town house, which many seek but seldom find, especially of this quality with high ceilings, parquet floors and marble fireplaces, all set in such renowned surroundings.

The house was built originally at a time when this most exceptional of Mediterranean cities with its unmistakable fortifications was reaching the height of its military significance. It was when first class materials and exceptional workmanship were the order of the day.

Remodeled in the last century and completely refurbished in 2004, this truly magnificent house provides over 750 sq.m of living space. Its very special characteristics and architectural features makes it ideal as a private residence and boutique. Yet it offers so much potential as outstanding accommodation for some of the many thousands of tourists who visit Carcassonne all-year-round.

There are five guest bedrooms each with en suite, two of them with private sittings rooms. In addition there is a two-bedroom apartment, currently used by the owners as their private accommodation, plus another, separate two-bedroom suite, which can be let on an on-going basis or as a deluxe gîte.

The beautifully landscaped, secluded garden complements this unique property providing a perfect summer kitchen and Barbeque for relaxation or entertaining. Overlooking it, on a raised terrace, is a solarium with adjacent spa room and jacuzzi.

Carcassonne is, indeed, an exceptional city in every way. It is France’s second most popular visitor destination with over 3 million tourists each year. As well as its historic splendour the city’s Canal du Midi is a major attraction with its variety of boating activities. So, as its airport grows more and more popular with flights to and from many European airports plus the close proximity of Narbonne’s high speed rail connection, there’s great potential for properties in this most popular of French cities.

On the Ground floor:

• Entrance hall of 28 sq.m
• Lounge/drawing room of 38 sq.m
• Dining room of 27 sq.m
• Library of 15 sq.m
• Games room of 17 sq.m
• Kitchen of 10 sq.m
• WC/cloakroom of 4 sq.m
• In each reception room there is a unique, elegant marble fireplace
• The floors in all of the rooms are a perfect balance between antique parquet and light, ceramic tiles
• Characteristic high ceilings are a major feature throughout all levels of the house

On the First level:

• Hallway of 17 sq.m
• Master suite of 51 sq.m comprising a sitting room of 29 sq.m, a bedroom of 16 sq.m. and a bathroom of 6 sq.m
• Bedroom of 22 sq.m. with en suite
• Bedroom of 27 sq.m with en suite and opening onto terrace with spa/jacuzzi
• Each room at this level, including the hallway, has a fireplace

On the second level:

• Suite of 51 sq.m comprising:
• Living area with combined kitchen of 26 sq.m.
• Bedroom of 10 sq.m with fireplace
• Bedroom of 12 sq.m at mezzanine level
• Bathroom

On the third level:

• Hallway of 15 sq.m. with doors to:
• Bedroom of 28 sq.m. with ensuite
• Bedroom of 27 sq.m. with ensuite
• Suite of 45 sq.m. comprising:
• Living area of 28 sq.m.
• Bedroom of 17 sq.m. with ensuite
• All bedrooms and the hallway have individual fireplaces

Additional features and information:

• Oil fired central heating and wood burning facilities
• Garden of 100 sq.m with staircase leading terrace and spa/jacuzzi
• Barbeque/summer kitchen area
• Garage
• Outbuildings
• All telephone and broadband services
• Septic tank drainage provision

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