Manor house for sale, Saint-Marcel-sur-Aude , Aude

19thᵉ century Maison de Maître with swimming pool and intimate garden, located in Saint-Marcel-sur-Aude, just outside Narbonne.

Majestic Maison de Maître dating from the 1870s offers around 480 m² of living space. Built on a plot of almost 700 m², it seduces with its generous volumes, authentic character and enclosed garden featuring a swimming pool, dovecotes and garage.

Behind its elegant facade, the property features two separate entrances. The main entrance opens onto a vast, richly decorated hallway leading directly to the garden. On one side is the main living room and an office, while on the other, a more intimate lounge communicates with a large dining room. The contemporary kitchen, fully equipped with stove and central island, can be accessed either from the living room, or directly from the street via the second entrance. A glass door extends this space to a terrace dedicated to outdoor dining. An original staircase with wrought-iron balustrades leads to the upper floors.

On the first level, a landing leads to four large suites, now used as guest rooms, each with its own bathroom and unique character. The top floor houses an additional suite, as well as the owners' private apartment comprising a living room, bedroom, dressing room and bathroom, with the possibility of independent access via a second staircase.

The property also includes a detached garage at the bottom of the garden, topped by two charming dovecotes, and an old greenhouse to complete the outbuildings.

Entirely restored with care over the last ten years, this Maison de Maître has preserved the authenticity of its period features such as marble fireplaces, cornices and encaustic cement tiles, while offering all modern comforts. Currently operated as a high-end bed & breakfast, the property is being sold as a going concern, including most of the furniture, linen and website. The property is in excellent condition and maintained to a high standard.

Outside, a large terrace stretches the full width of the house and leads to a superb enclosed Mediterranean garden planted with trees. A true haven of peace, this outdoor space offers several relaxation areas, a decorative fountain, a perfectly integrated swimming pool and an intimate atmosphere conducive to serenity.

Located in Saint-Marcel-sur-Aude, this property is ideally situated in a dynamic village with all amenities, including supermarkets, restaurants, a medical and cultural center, a shopping mall and schools. It's just 2 minutes from the Canal du Midi, 11 minutes from Narbonne, 25 minutes from Mediterranean beaches and around 45 minutes from Béziers, Carcassonne and Perpignan airports.