Grandiose 19th Century estate on private parkland

Carcassonne, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, 11000

For Sale

€3,280,000

REF: 748190 €3,280,000


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Description

This magnificent early 19th Century Chteau has been restored with luxury and a flair for interior design. Discretely shielded behind high walls, attractive gates and 2 imposing gatehouses is an ornamental courtyard in front of the main entrance. The chateau is set over 3 floors. The grand central stairs lead to two more floors of exquisitely decorated, oversized bedrooms and suites equipped with beautifully and recently renovated bathrooms and lounge areas.

The renovation boasts p.. This magnificent early 19th Century Chteau has been restored with luxury and a flair for interior design. Discretely shielded behind high walls, attractive gates and 2 imposing gatehouses is an ornamental courtyard in front of the main entrance. The chateau is set over 3 floors.

The grand central stairs lead to two more floors of exquisitely decorated, oversized bedrooms and suites equipped with beautifully and recently renovated bathrooms and lounge areas. The renovation boasts perfect finishes, high quality materials and modern facilities. The original character shine through in the vaulted ceilings, large windows, plasterwork and gorgeous original floors.

Up into the attic you will marvel at the highly unusual wrought iron roofwork underpinning the classical French slate tiles, rare in the Mediterranean but more commonly found in the Loire valley. There is even a functional clocktower resplendent in its mechanics. You enter into the chateau's princely hall with fine mosaic floors and sweeping staircase from which the reception rooms fan out.

The ground floor boasts chateau-high ceilings, multiple living areas, kitchen facilities and an entry to the wine cellars below (dressed to provide a perfect setting for wine tasting meetings) You walk out to the south-facing aspect of the chateau onto a lengthy and elegant covered terrace on one side and enclosed orangerie to the other which serves as a perfect spot for breakfast.

To the left a sleek, heated infinity pool overlooks the gardens. This perfect marriage of the ultra-modern and classical architecture is a theme that continues throughout the property. The terrace overlooks 5 hectares of mature parkland with magnificent, ancient trees and ornamental lake supplied directly from the Canal du Midi.

The gardens are artfully landscaped with attractive walkways, unusual planting and a bar and entertaining area that can be easily dismantled when not in use. Further to the main property is a fully renovated, 3 bedroom/2 bathroom house with a lounge, kitchen, private garden, terrace and its own separate driveway. Elsewhere is staff accommodation and 2 further properties to renovate (subject to any necessary permissions) as well as beautiful agricultural stone buildings making up around 1500 m2 of potential development.

The property is ideally situated near 5 international airports, the Mediterranean one way and ski slopes of the Pyrenees the other. This region is producing some of the most innovative wines in France. A unique, stylish property awaits a unique buyer, contact us for details
This magnificent early 19th Century Chteau has been restored with luxury and a flair for interior design. Discretely shielded behind high walls, attractive gates and 2 imposing gatehouses is an ornamental courtyard in front of the main entrance. The chateau is set over 3 floors. The grand central stairs lead to two more floors of exquisitely decorated, oversized bedrooms and suites equipped with beautifully and recently renovated bathrooms and lounge areas.

The renovation boasts p.. This magnificent early 19th Century Chteau has been restored with luxury and a flair for interior design. Discretely shielded behind high walls, attractive gates and 2 imposing gatehouses is an ornamental courtyard in front of the main entrance. The chateau is set over 3 floors.

The grand central stairs lead to two more floors of exquisitely decorated, oversized bedrooms and suites equipped with beautifully and recently renovated bathrooms and lounge areas. The renovation boasts perfect finishes, high quality materials and modern facilities. The original character shine through in the vaulted ceilings, large windows, plasterwork and gorgeous original floors.

Up into the attic you will marvel at the highly unusual wrought iron roofwork underpinning the classical French slate tiles, rare in the Mediterranean but more commonly found in the Loire valley. There is even a functional clocktower resplendent in its mechanics. You enter into the chateau's princely hall with fine mosaic floors and sweeping staircase from which the reception rooms fan out.

The ground floor boasts chateau-high ceilings, multiple living areas, kitchen facilities and an entry to the wine cellars below (dressed to provide a perfect setting for wine tasting meetings) You walk out to the south-facing aspect of the chateau onto a lengthy and elegant covered terrace on one side and enclosed orangerie to the other which serves as a perfect spot for breakfast.

To the left a sleek, heated infinity pool overlooks the gardens. This perfect marriage of the ultra-modern and classical architecture is a theme that continues throughout the property. The terrace overlooks 5 hectares of mature parkland with magnificent, ancient trees and ornamental lake supplied directly from the Canal du Midi.

The gardens are artfully landscaped with attractive walkways, unusual planting and a bar and entertaining area that can be easily dismantled when not in use. Further to the main property is a fully renovated, 3 bedroom/2 bathroom house with a lounge, kitchen, private garden, terrace and its own separate driveway. Elsewhere is staff accommodation and 2 further properties to renovate (subject to any necessary permissions) as well as beautiful agricultural stone buildings making up around 1500 m2 of potential development.

The property is ideally situated near 5 international airports, the Mediterranean one way and ski slopes of the Pyrenees the other. This region is producing some of the most innovative wines in France. A unique, stylish property awaits a unique buyer, contact us for details
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Carcassonne, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, 11000

Interested in this property? Don't lose out to currency fluctuations changing the price you pay...

Many overseas buyers in France do not realise they can lose thousands of pounds through adverse currency exchange rate movements.

The property buying process in France takes time; it could be up to six months between seeing the property of your dreams and actually taking ownership. So how much would this €3,280,000 property cost you?

Property Price € Minimum cost in the last six months Maximum cost in the last six months Fluctuating exchange rates over the last six months could have increased the cost of this property by
€3,280,000 £2,707,476 £2,847,335 £139,859
Property Price € €3,280,000
Minimum cost in the last six months £2,707,476
Maximum cost in the last six months £2,847,335
Fluctuating exchange rates over the last six months could have increased the cost of this property by £139,859

Carcassonne, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, 11000

Interested in this property? Don't lose out to currency fluctuations changing the price you pay...

Many overseas buyers in France do not realise they can lose thousands of pounds through adverse currency exchange rate movements.

The property buying process in France takes time; it could be up to six months between seeing the property of your dreams and actually taking ownership. So how much would this €3,280,000 property cost you?

Property Price € Minimum cost in the last six months Maximum cost in the last six months Fluctuating exchange rates over the last six months could have increased the cost of this property by
€3,280,000 £2,707,476 £2,847,335 £139,859
Property Price € €3,280,000
Minimum cost in the last six months £2,707,476
Maximum cost in the last six months £2,847,335
Fluctuating exchange rates over the last six months could have increased the cost of this property by £139,859

The exchange rate on the day you make an offer on your property in France will not be the same as the rate you pay when you complete on your purchase, as currency markets move constantly. Any large rate movements may take it beyond your price range as the chart above illustrates the fluctuation and how much extra your property could have cost you.

The best way to avoid this significant risk is to plan your budget and currency strategy with an experienced currency specialist. They have been known to save you up to 4% compared to many high street banks, £4,000 for every £100,000, which soon adds up. They will also keep you up to date on market movements, help you set a rate in advance with a product called a Forward Contract - so you know exactly what you will pay for your property in sterling.

This is why we recommend Smart Currency Exchange Ltd. If exchange rate movements continue to be as unpredictable and as significant as they have been in the past then by not using Smart Currency Exchange Ltd your property could cost you £139,859 more.

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