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A Look Inside a Chalabre Townhouse

Let’s talk about this townhouse located in Chalabre. It’s a pretty interesting place, offering about 162 square meters of living area spread across five different levels. The thing about this house is that it manages to blend old-school French vibes with modern conveniences. It seems like it could work for a variety of people – whether you’re looking for a permanent family home, a place to pop in and out of for holidays, or even if you’re thinking about renting it out. The description suggests it’s ready to go, meaning you could move in and start using it pretty much right away.

Character and Modern Touches

What makes this property stand out are some of the original features it’s kept. Imagine walking in and seeing exposed stone walls – that really gives it a sense of history. Then there are the timber beams, which add to that rustic feel. The house also has four fireplaces. Now, only one of them is actually usable for a fire, but the other three are still there, adding to the architectural character of the rooms. In two of the rooms, you’ll find original hardwood flooring, which is always a nice touch and a sign of quality construction from a different era. On the practical side of things, the house is set up for fibre-optic internet. This is a big plus because it means you can easily work from home or stream your favorite shows without any issues. It really bridges the gap between historical charm and the needs of today’s living.

Parking and Storage Solutions

One of the really noteworthy aspects of this property is the garage. It’s quite large, and it comes with a motorized door, which is a convenient feature. The fact that you can get directly into the house from the rear street via this garage is a significant advantage. In Chalabre, finding private parking can be a bit of a challenge, so having this secure and easily accessible garage is a definite plus. Beyond the garage, there’s also a cellar, which is great for extra storage or perhaps for keeping things cool. And for even more space, the attic has been fully renovated. This means there’s a lot of potential up there, whether you need more storage or are thinking about converting it into another room down the line.

A Distinctive Layout

The way this house is laid out is quite unique, thanks to the way it’s built on a natural slope. The front and rear streets are at different elevations, and the architects of this house have really made use of that. It results in a practical layout that’s also a bit different from your standard home. All the different levels are connected by a central staircase. To let in some natural light as you go up and down, there’s a Velux roof window positioned above the staircase, which brightens up the area nicely.

Understanding the Space

Let’s break down the accommodation level by level. As you start from the bottom, you have the cellar on the lower ground floor. Moving up to the ground lower level, that’s where you’ll find the garage, with that handy access from the rear street. The main ground floor is where the entrance is, along with the dining room and a fitted kitchen. The first floor is dedicated to the living room, which is often the heart of the home. On the second floor, there’s a bedroom and a family bathroom. The third floor is home to the principal bedroom, which comes with its own en-suite bathroom, offering a bit more privacy and convenience. The fourth floor has another bedroom, and also a space that’s currently set up as an office but could easily be used as a fifth bedroom. Finally, on the fifth floor, you’ll find yet another bedroom, a guest WC, and access to that insulated attic space we mentioned earlier.

The Chalabre Location

The property is situated in Chalabre, a village that has a medieval feel to it, located in the Aude department in the southern part of France. This area is quite scenic and offers good access to both the Pyrenees mountains and the Mediterranean coast. For day trips or getting around, it’s about a 20-minute drive to Limoux. Carcassonne Airport and its railway station are approximately 45 minutes away. If you need to get to Pamiers by train, that’s also about a 45-minute journey. A bit further afield, Toulouse-Blagnac Airport and the city centre of Toulouse are around a 90-minute drive. And for those who enjoy winter sports, several Pyrenean ski resorts are less than an hour away.