Couiza Substantial Historic Wine Maker's Property with Garage and Terraces

Property Description

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! Behind the door of this gorgeous 400 year old property is a truly unique home that opens out onto a 6 metre high living room with a gallery mezzanine which takes your breath away.

In this former winemaker's property original features such as the wine press in the central hall and the feeding trough in the dining room lend this home a playful charm throughout. With 6 bedrooms, a spacious dining area, 3 bathrooms and multiple living areas the property is substantial as well as charming. The cellar, attic and garage provide ample storage.

The layout is very unusual and can be configured in multiple way making it ideal both for a substantial, artistic home, retreat or fabulous guesthouse with an unforgettable French charm. A large laundry room could be another bedroom or artist's studio/workshop.

A South facing front garden area is large enough for a table and chairs and a sheltered terraced area at the back overlooks the village church and a stream which is mostly dry.

The property has been decorated sensitively and with an artistic flair to showcase exposed beams and stone walls.

Antugnac is a charming village known for wine growing in a sheltered spot surrounded by fabulous walks and views. Antugnac has a school, creche /day-care, an active social calendar with multiple village events being organised throughout the year! The nearest shops, bakeries, banks, pharmacies and supermarkets are a 5 mins drive away in nearby Couiza and Esperaza. The village is surrounded by vineyards and there are many pretty walking routes from the doorstep of the house.

The property is located in one of the most beautiful and popular parts of South West France. Highly accessible with 5 international airports nearby at Carcassonne (45 mins), Toulouse (90 mins), Perpignan, Girona, Spain and Beziers. The Mediterranean , Pyrenees and Spain are less than 2 hours away.

The climate is mild, with prolonged summers yet surrounded by greenery with beautiful autumns and Spring. Popular with sports enthusiasts, cyclists and wild swimmers as well as history buffs with the Royal Fortresses of the Aude on the doorstep and the pilgrimage site of Rennes le Chateau less than 15 minutes away.