9th Century Former Priory

Property Description

In Saint-Martin-des-Puits, the former priory — consisting of a house where the prior once lived and the superb chapel — was built in the year 897 and ceded to the Abbey of Lagrasse in 1094.
The house is like a blank canvas, featuring magnificent stone vaults.
The ground floor area is 65 m2, with the possibility of adding a mezzanine level (to preserve the view of the beautiful vaults), thus offering a living space of around 100 m2.
A trapdoor opens onto a staircase leading down to a beautiful stone cellar.
The house is equipped with electricity, mains water, and mains drainage.
The 1,605 m2 plot offers a breathtaking view of the chapel and is bordered by the river, accessible for swimming, fishing, and other activites.
A basin has already been prepared for the installation of a swimming pool system, for added relaxation.
The grounds are planted with vegetation and trees (walnut trees, hazelnut trees, bamboo) and feature a magnificent Roman well.
Access to the house on foot is via a beautiful listed stone staircase, overlooked by a protected pine tree, which runs alongside the part of the chapel topped with two bells.
The chapel — a pure Romanesque gem, now owned by the commune — is adorned with Romanesque frescoes. Steeped in history, it once served as a resting place for travelers, a spiritual landmark nestled in a lush green valley.
A truly unique place to own!

* The House
Stone house with two magnificent vaulted arches, offering 65m2 of floor space, with the possibility of creating a mezzanine (to preserve the view of the stunning vaults) thus providing approximately 100m2 of living space.
Cellar with stone arches.

* The Land
A 1605m2 plot of land, landscaped with trees and vegetation, features a pond that could be converted into a swimming pool, bordering the river below, which is accessible for swimming and fishing.

A Roman well is located on the property.
Adjacent to the Saint Martin des Puits chapel, it offers a privileged view of this magnificent Romanesque gem.

* The Village
Located in the heart of Cathar Country, in the verdant Verdouble Valley, Saint Martin des Puits is a small, authentic village in the Aude region, between Lagrasse and Termes, just minutes from the Verdouble Gorges and the wild landscapes of the Corbieres.

The village offers a rare quality of life for those who love tranquility, heritage, and nature. The magnificent Lagrasse Abbey and shops are 15 minutes away, while Narbonne and the Mediterranean Sea are within an hour.

* Sales Details
Agency fees payable by the vendor.
Non soumis au DPE/Not subject to DPE
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* Contact Us
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Ambre Schiena agent commercial (EI)



Number of reception rooms : 1 :
Number of bath/shower rooms : 1 :
Habitable Area : 65 m2
Land Area : 1605 m2 :
Taxe Fonciere : €500; :
Storage : Yes:
County: Aude:
Postcode: 11220:
Near Town Centre: Yes:
Swimming pool : Yes:
Garden : Yes:

* Former priory house dating from 897 adjoining the superb chapel of Saint Martin des Puits
* Stone house with superb vaulted ceilings inside and cellars
* A wooded and landscaped plot of 1605m2
* Roman well
* River below the property, accessible for swimming, fishing...
* A major spiritual center
* 15 minutes from the Abbaye de Lagrasse
* 15 minutes from amenities
* One hour from Carcassonne Airport