Renovated 3 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Olonzac, Languedoc-Roussillon

1,200,000 EUR 1,044,000 GBP 1,188,000 USD

Reference: 239781

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Floor Size: 234 m2
Plot Size: 3.42 hectares / 8.45 acres
Work Required: None
Swimming Pool
Balcony
Income Potential
Gym
Garage(s)
Parking space(s)
Private / Not Overlooked

Details

Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom 15th century Mediterranean style villa with pool and outbuildings, nestling in nearly 8.4 acres of glorious land with olive trees while enjoying far reaching countryside views from its private location near Olonzac.

Built on Cistercian ruins, this charming substantial property has been fully renovated to feature high-end comforts including underfloor heating throughout and double glazing.

The 234m2 includes a spacious living and dining room, fully fitted kitchen and WC on the ground floor.

On the first floor are the three bedrooms, a walk in wardrobe, 3 bathrooms and a WC.

Set in 4.5 ha of olive and pine trees in the popular Minervois region of Southern France, it really feels like a private retreat but is within 1 hour of international airports and the Mediterranean coast.

This is the dream property for anyone who enjoys entertaining with its spectacular stone caves including a projection screening room, games room with pool table and bar area, and wine cellar.

Outside, there is a private pool, substantial terraces, and a wood fired pizza oven. There are five individual garages and several large workshop areas which can be used as a gym area, workshop, atelier / studio, or developed further (subject to necessary permissions).

There is also an orangerie / veranda area with floor to ceiling windows with views out over the garden (currently used as a home gym and would also make a fantastic artist or yoga studio).

The property is surrounded by vineyards and is sunny year-round. The current owner even has olive oil made from the property's own olive trees.

This really is a unique property that would suit someone looking for a luxurious main home with large grounds and the workshop and studio space. Alternatively, it also has huge potential to build on for someone looking for a unique space to host events, and extend the buildings to create an exciting and lucrative revenue generating tourism business.

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1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)
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2. Paying the Deposit
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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.