A Magnificent Napoleon 111, Maison De Maitre Townhouse in the South-West. 450M" of Elegant Living Space, 8 Bedrooms 3 Re…

Property Description

A Magnificent Napoleon 111, Maison De Maitre Townhouse in the South-West. 450M" of Elegant Living Space, 8 Bedrooms 3 Reception Rooms, Luxuriously Renovated.

Summary
A truly exceptional townhouse property in an idyllic village setting. This magnificent renovated Maison de Maître in the heart of South-West France, offers approximately 450 m² of elegant living space, 12 main rooms, eight bedrooms and office space, three salons combining historic character and generous proportions. This remarkable Napoleon III-era townhouse, whose royal cypher still adorns the main entrance, offers a rare opportunity to own a substantial historic residence combining grandeur, authenticity and modern comfort.
Entering through the marble staircase entrance, guests are welcomed into an impressive central hallway featuring a magnificent crystal chandelier and original tiled flooring. This elegant space forms the heart of the home and provides access to three gracious salons each showcasing period proportions, natural light and refined architectural details. The former kitchen has been transformed into a charming breakfast room, centred around a striking red original marble hearth creating a warm and inviting setting for relaxed family gatherings. Beyond lies the main kitchen, together with a laundry room, additional storage areas, and a shower room with WC.
Throughout the house nine original marble fireplaces serve as reminders of its distinguished past, while double glazing while hi-speed fibre internet ensures contemporary convenience.
Accommodation
- Approximately 450 m² of living space
- 80 m² basement/cellar
- Ground floor, first floor and top floor
- Vast unused attic space with further potential (subject to permissions)
- Five WCs

The graceful curved stone staircase leads to the first floor, where four large double bedrooms enjoy impressive ceiling heights of approximately 3.4 metres and average size of 22sq.m each. Two bedrooms here benefit from en-suite shower rooms and WCs, while a further family bathroom serves the remaining accommodation. Several rooms open onto private balconies overlooking the village.
The further upper floor offers four additional large renovated rooms, a recently refurbished bathroom and a small kitchenette, creating excellent flexibility for guest accommodation, study, extended family living, creative space or potential hospitality use.
Outside
The property's charm extends outdoors, where uninterrupted views stretch across the village towards an impressive Crusader 11th-century fortress. Despite being situated in the centre of the village, the setting is remarkably peaceful and private.
The well-maintained front rose garden provides colour and character with minimal upkeep, making the property ideal as either a permanent residence or a lock-up-and-leave home. Close to the beaches.

Features
• Double-glazed windows and doors
• High-speed fibre internet connection and Ring Security.
• Oil-fired central heating throughout
• Many principal rooms furnished
• Exceptional volumes and period features
• Peaceful village location surrounded by vineyards
• Move-in ready condition
• A rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished historic residence offering space, elegance and tranquillity in one of South-West France's most attractive village settings.
• Ideal Lock-up-and-go second home
• The village is exceptionally well maintained under an active and dedicated local administration, with a thriving Friday market and strong community spirit adding to its appeal.
• For further information, photographs or to arrange a viewing, please contact Peter on [email protected]
• Euro 680.000

Location
The village has all the amenities such as supermarket, petrol station, bars, restaurants etc etc.
The village has a population of 2,400. Several are accomplished artisans should you wish to employ them.
Plenty of restaurants nearby in Capestang, a 5 minute drive away. Beziers town is 10 minutes away with all the exciting shops and restaurants to satisfy any culinary wish you may have.

Access
Beziers airport is 15 minutes distant and International airport at Montpellier is 1hour away.
Beziers has TGV trains to most parts of France and is a local centre.

The A9 autoroute (La Languedocienne) is the coastal motorway in Southern France that is 14 minutes away and runs from southwards from Marseilles to Spain.

Interior
• Entering through the marble staircase entrance, guests are welcomed into an impressive central hallway featuring original tiled flooring and a magnificent crystal chandelier. This elegant reception space forms the heart of the home and provides access to three gracious salons, each showcasing period proportions, natural light, and refined architectural details. The principal 12 rooms average 20 - 22 m2 with ceiling height of 3.4m.
• The former original kitchen has been transformed into a charming breakfast room centred around a striking red marble fireplace, creating a warm and inviting setting for relaxed family gatherings. Beyond lies the main kitchen, complemented by a laundry room, generous storage areas, and a shower room with WC.
• Throughout the house, nine original marble fireplaces serve as reminders of its aristocratic past, while modern double glazing and fibre-optic internet ensure contemporary convenience.