Imagine living in a small village where wine production is a way of life. This is the setting for a property that offers more than just a place to live; it’s an opportunity. You’re just a short seven-minute drive from other villages, each with its own conveniences. Gabian, for instance, has a bakery, a small grocery store, and a weekly market, perfect for your everyday needs. Laurens is also nearby, offering a butcher and a tobacconist. If you need more, Roujan is about 15 minutes away, Pezenas and Beziers are within a 25-minute radius, and for those beach days or travel plans, the Mediterranean coast and Beziers-Cap d’Agde airport are a 40-minute journey. It’s a location that balances peaceful village living with access to amenities and regional attractions.
Discovering the Stone House
Nestled right in the middle of a charming village, this house is built entirely of stone, which contributes to its sense of quiet and completeness. It spans 160 square metres of living space and has a history as a former home for a wine producer. This past life has left it with a character that offers a variety of potential uses. While it currently serves as a family home, its arrangement means it could easily be converted into two separate living spaces. The house is spread over two main levels. The upper level features two bedrooms and a garden that is enclosed. Downstairs, you’ll also find two bedrooms, and the kitchen area opens onto a terrace. This setup makes it a good choice for a family needing separate accommodation for relatives or as an investment for short-term rentals, like those found on platforms such as Airbnb.
A Natural Retreat Just a Walk Away
Beyond the house itself, there’s a separate garden located in the woods, bordering a stream. This space is described as a true haven of peace. It includes an area for growing vegetables and a spot for relaxation, perfect for enjoying shade during the summer months. It’s a natural setting that’s quite uncommon and highly desirable, and it’s only a five-minute walk from the main house. This provides an extra layer of tranquility and outdoor enjoyment.
Exploring the Layout: Part A
Let’s break down the interior. On the ground floor of what’s referred to as Part A, there’s a terrace area of approximately 15 square metres. Adjacent to this is a combined kitchen and living room space of 40 square metres. This kitchen is equipped with a hob, electric oven, dishwasher, and fridge. A wood-burning stove is also present in this area. This room provides access to the terrace. Also on this level, you’ll find a study or bedroom measuring 9 square metres, and another bedroom of 14.4 square metres. Completing this floor is a shower room of 6 square metres, which includes a shower, washbasin, and toilet. This shower room has access from both the study/bedroom and the other bedroom.
Connecting the Spaces and the Workshop
Connecting Part A and Part B is a hall with a stone floor, measuring 14.3 square metres. This hall leads to a workshop area of 40 square metres. This workshop still contains the old wine vats and has access from the street. This area represents a piece of the property’s history and could have various practical uses.
Delving into Part B
Moving to Part B, the ground floor offers a garden area of 60 square metres. There’s also an entrance hall of 11.3 square metres. The kitchen-diner is a substantial 30 square metres, fitted with a hob, electric oven, and fridge. A bedroom on this floor measures 29 square metres. A shower room of 5 square metres is equipped with connections for a washing machine, a toilet, a shower, and a washbasin. Another bedroom is 9 square metres, and it benefits from an en-suite shower room measuring 4 square metres, which includes a shower, washbasin, and toilet. This part of the house also provides access to a storage mezzanine, situated above the workshop area.
Outdoor Features and Practicalities
The outside space is well-appointed. There’s an attractive terrace, a garden of 60 square metres directly adjoining the house, and another garden of 30 square metres at the front, which is not directly attached. For parking, there is a private space. Additionally, there’s a separate garden of 406 square metres, located a five-minute walk away. This provides significant outdoor space. The property is equipped with electric heating and a wood-burning stove. There’s also a well and a pizza/bread oven. The annual council tax is noted as 775 Euros. Estimated annual energy consumption for standard use falls between 1090 Euros and 1520 Euros, based on average prices from 2021, 2022, and 2023, including subscriptions.
A Well-Preserved Property
The location is described as quiet, situated in the centre of the old village. Importantly, the property requires no immediate work. Some furniture is available for negotiation. Beneath the house, there is a cellar with vaulted ceilings, adding to the property’s character and storage potential. The asking price is 315,000 Euros. This price includes agent fees, which are paid by the sellers. Additional notaire’s fees apply. Information regarding potential environmental risks is available on the relevant government website. The property has a size of 160 square metres, with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is described as immediately habitable, with outside space, private parking, rental potential, and land/garden. The reference for this property is FR349000EE, and it carries a Property ID of 87454.
