Renovated 17th century shepherd’s house, 200 m², in stunning hilltop location set...

• Bedrooms: 2

Originally built in the 17th Century, this shepherd’s dwelling is located just outside a well known wine village at the top of a hill. The restoration has been sympathetically done, preserving original beams and stone walls whilst bringing it up to modern standards. The house in conveniently located a short distance from Perpignan airport and the beach.Description of the Building
The house offers 200 m² of living space on 2 floors
Ground floor: open plan living/ dining room and office area 62 m², exposed beams, stone walls, terra cotta floor, tiled fireplace with insert fire, feature stone arch, 2 sets of French doors to garden
Wc 2 m², bathroom with shower with Jacuzzi jets, bidet, storage cupboards, attractive Spanish decorative tiles 12 m², bedroom 1, 16 m², en-suite bathroom with tub and shower, Moroccan style tiling and built in shelving, fitted kitchen with dining area and doors to Andalucian style interior courtyard 20 m², laundry room/pantry 3 m², storeroom with cupboards 4.5 m², stone stairs with stone walls to:
1st floor: bedroom 2, 18 m², exposed beams, door to winter terrace 7 m² with removable roof

There is an above the ground pool which could easily be replaced by an in-ground pool

There is a workshop with attached veranda 50 m² which could be converted to further living accommodation or a garage

There are the adjacent ruins of another shepherd’s dwelling which have planning consent for a further 2 story house to be built within the walls, plus an additional 20% of the available surface. This is particularly significant because the property is within a protected environmental reserve which normally doesn’t permit any building

The 15,000 m² of grounds are typical of the garrigue and include olive groves, almond groves, palm trees and other Mediterranean plants and trees. The grounds are low maintenance and provide complete privacy and tranquility.

The house is in good condition and has been very artistically decorated. Central heating provided by gas and solar power, which also provides hot water. State of the art German ‘Sonenkraft’ system installed in 2008. Double glazing, ancient and modern floor tiles

Comment
A rare opportunity to purchase an historic property in a truly unique setting. Breathtaking views and a peaceful setting a few minutes from a lively wine village

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