Charming French Retreat with Panoramic Valley Views & Private Pool

Property Description

Summary
Set just a 2-minute drive from the renowned spa town of Lamalou-les-Bains, this charming detached property offers space, character, and truly breathtaking views across the valley and surrounding mountains.

Accessed via a gated driveway, the property welcomes you with a sense of privacy on arrival. Steps lead up to the front entrance, where you are greeted by a bright and inviting interior. To the right sits a well-positioned kitchen, while straight ahead opens into a spacious dining and living area, complete with a feature open fireplace—perfect for cosy evenings. Above, a mezzanine level currently serves as a unique office and music space, adding to the home’s character.

From the main living area, doors lead out onto a generous terrace overlooking the pool and offering stunning panoramic views across the valley—an ideal setting for outdoor dining or simply relaxing in the sun.

The home’s layout flows with a split-level design. Just off the entrance is a convenient guest toilet, while a few steps up lead to a bedroom with views over the terrace and pool. A nearby bathroom and an additional versatile room (ideal as a bedroom or study) provide flexible living space. This level also connects to a striking double shower room, perfectly positioned to take in beautiful views towards Poujols.

The master suite occupies its own upper level, offering privacy and comfort. It features an ensuite shower room and enjoys dual aspects, with picturesque views over the village of Poujols and the pool below.

On the lower ground floor, the property continues to impress with a basement level comprising a small cave, toilet, garage, and a self-contained one-bedroom apartment. This apartment includes a living area, bedroom, and shower room, with direct access to the pool—ideal for guests, rental potential, or extended family.

Externally, the property is framed by elegant black ironwork and complemented by charming pastel green shutters, enhancing its classic French appeal. The pool area provides the perfect place to unwind while taking in the exceptional surroundings.

A truly unique home combining character, space, and unforgettable views in a sought-after location.

Location
Set in the hamlet of Cantemerles. Just a 2 minute drive from Lamalou Les Bains.

In Lamalou Les Bains you will find plenty of restaurants, a pub, cafes, Lidl, banks, gift shops, hairdresses, car garage, tourist office, church, hotels, bakeries, casino, spa facilities and much more.

There are beautiful gorges in the local area with waterfalls and breathtaking scenery.

The beach is located 45 minutes away and has a very holiday feel.

The property is located near a working quarry which doesn't impact the house much at all.

Access
Closest airport is Beziers. A 45 minute drive away. Montpellier, Carcassonne and Perpignan are 1.5 hours away.

2 hours to the Spanish border.

The nearest train station is Bedarieaux which is a 12 minute drive.

Buses run from Lamalou to several other locations locally

Interior
The rooms are all painted white giving it a light and airy feel. There are beams in most rooms with tiled floors. There are high ceilings in the main living area. The master bedroom and the double shower room have wooden floors.

All bedrooms are double sized

The house is only 25 years old so most of the fixtures and fittings are this age.

Exterior
The terrace is the special part. It overlooks the pool and mountains.

The terrace has steps which lead into the neighbours road but you can walk into the woods from there.

There is 1500 M2 of land. At the very back of the house behind the pool is a plot of land which can be built on or made into a beautiful garden. There is a cherry tree and asparagus grows on the land so great for foraging.

There is a stone BBQ near the pool.

Located on the back piece of land is the shed.

Additional Details
There is an annual tax that needs to be paid and if this is your 2nd home, you'll need to pay tax d'habitation also