9th Century Former Priory

Property Description

9th Century Former Priory in Saint-Martin-des-Puits. Stone house built in 897, formerly the residence of the prior, adjoining the superb Romanesque chapel (now owned by the commune). The house features magnificent stone vaults and is a blank canvas for renovation.

The ground floor spans 65 m², with the possibility of adding a mezzanine level to preserve views of the beautiful vaults, offering around 100 m² of living space. A trapdoor opens onto a staircase leading to a beautiful stone cellar.

The house is equipped with electricity, mains water, and mains drainage.

The 1,605 m² plot offers breathtaking views of the chapel and is bordered by the river, which is accessible for swimming and fishing. A basin has been prepared for swimming pool installation. The grounds are planted with vegetation and trees (walnut, hazelnut, bamboo) and feature a magnificent Roman well.

Access to the house is via a beautiful listed stone staircase, overlooked by a protected pine tree, running alongside the part of the chapel topped with two bells.

The chapel is adorned with Romanesque frescoes and is steeped in history, once serving as a resting place for travelers. Located in the heart of Cathar Country in the verdant Verdouble Valley. The Lagrasse Abbey and local shops are 15 minutes away. Narbonne and the Mediterranean Sea are within an hour's drive.