Elegant 612 m² Manor House on 5 Hectares of Land, Near Cordes-Sur-Ciel, 30 Minutes from Albi

Property Description

Ref. 12019364574 This superb manor house, built in 1900 for the judge of Monestiés, exudes authentic charm thanks to its numerous fireplaces, period woodwork, and majestic wooden staircase. Bathed in natural light, it is distinguished by its generous proportions, impressive ceiling height, and unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside. Nestled in the heart of a 5-hectare wooded park, it comes with two outbuildings: a secondary house, a former stable full of potential, and a large agricultural shed.

From the moment you enter, the character is undeniable. The ground floor opens onto a former archive office with exterior access, a welcoming 22 m² kitchen equipped with a barbecue, a vestibule, and a pantry. The spacious central hallway, finished with elegant black and white tiles, leads to a large 50 sq m living room extending onto a veranda overlooking the garden. This living room is flanked by a more intimate 22 sq m sitting room and a welcoming dining room. The ceiling height here reaches 3.75 m. The upper floor is accessible via the magnificent central staircase adorned with original stained-glass windows or by a service staircase at the opposite end, which also houses a shower room and access to the basement.

Upstairs, there are eight bedrooms ranging from 17 to 30 sq m, all featuring period fireplaces, built-in wardrobes, or dressing areas. Some already have plumbing connections for creating bathrooms, as water supply and drainage have been installed. A shared shower room with a toilet is also located on this floor, which also boasts a ceiling height of 3.20 m.

On the second floor, accessed via the service staircase, five more spacious bedrooms, a shared bathroom, a small balcony, and two large attics offer numerous possibilities for conversion. A wide 49 m² hallway runs through this floor and boasts the same 3.20 m ceiling height. The attics already have water and electricity connections, facilitating the creation of additional bathrooms.

The 220 m² basement is a real asset. Accessible from both inside and outside (via a door and the garage), it extends across the entire footprint of the house with a 2.75 m ceiling height, ideal for storage or other uses.

From a technical standpoint, the house is equipped with gas central heating and a condensing boiler for the first two floors. The ground floor features double glazing, and the stained-glass windows in the staircase have been preserved. The electrical system was redone in 1995 with separate panels for each floor. The tiled roof is in excellent condition; however, the septic tank needs attention.

The 140 sq m (1,507 sq ft) caretaker's cottage offers a living room with an open-plan kitchen and access to a terrace, a bedroom, a bathroom, and a separate toilet on the ground floor. Upstairs, there is a mezzanine, a second bedroom, and an office. It features a garden with a barbecue, a garage, and a hybrid heating system (gas boiler, heat pump, or wood-burning stove). The roof is also in perfect condition.

The former stable, also 140 sq m (1,507 sq ft), is full of charm with its original railings and large windows. It could be converted into a third dwelling with an attached carport. Water and electricity are connected, and the roof has been recently replaced.

The property is accessible via a lilac-lined driveway or a service entrance. The meticulously landscaped grounds include a large vegetable garden with irrigation supplied by a well and borehole, as well as a richly planted orchard (cherry, apple, pear, plum, fig trees, etc.). The 5 hectares of adjoining land include a gently sloping section. A swimming pool could be installed. An insulated 13 x 30 m steel-framed shed provides shelter for machinery or animals.

The setting is peaceful, with woods, streams, and fields stretching as far as the eye can see. The neighboring farm, located 90 meters away as the crow flies, is the property's former farm and is still used for cattle farming, offering complete privacy thanks to the surrounding vegetation.

The location is ideal: less than ten minutes from Monestiés (bakery, grocery store, restaurants, school, vibrant community life), and a quarter of an hour from Cordes-sur-Ciel or Carmaux with its amenities and renowned Friday morning market. Albi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a 35-minute drive away, and Toulouse International Airport is 1 hour and 30 minutes away.

If you are looking for a characterful, peaceful yet not isolated home with land and multiple possibilities for family, shared, or professional use, this property deserves your full attention. Contact us to arrange a viewing today.