Languedoc-Roussillon, Aude, Villeneuve-Minervois, France

A43242JAS11 - Set in the historic centre of Villeneuve-Minervois in the South of France, with the chateau ramparts providing a picturesque backdrop, this house is full of character and charm, ideal either as a permanent residence or a lock-up-and leave holiday home. The careful renovations have preserved many original features, exposed stone walls, original floors and doors, and high-beamed ceilings.

The spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area open onto a verdant, cobbled impasse, with space for table and chairs, The kitchen is equipped with electric hob, fridge-freezer and oven. The laundry room has a sink and washing machine. The w.c. is complete with a well and outside pump, handy for watering plants on the terrace!

Step down into the sunny living-room with beamed ceiling, exposed stone walls and an efficient woodburner; the front door opens onto the quiet street only used by residents. A quaint brick and stone staircase leading up to the first floor divides into two – on one side of the house are the master bedroom, second bedroom (both complete with antique wardrobes) and bathroom. On the other side is the third bedroom with ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. All the bedrooms have their original wooden floors and beamed ceilings. The 20m2 master bedroom has a 4m-high ceiling, and an inviting bathtub overlooking the wisteria pergola and courtyard. Both bathrooms have a walk-in shower, washbasin and w.c.

Stairs lead up to the second floor and the sunny summer living-room, with a convenient sink and fridge for taking refreshments out to the roof terrace. Full-length sliding doors open on to the sunny 15m2 terrace, with lovely views up behind the village to the Montagne noire, and the castle ramparts.

All the windows were replaced in 2025 with high-quality double-glazed wood-framed windows, and the new energy-efficient electric radiators can be programmed remotely. The electric water heater was also replaced in 2025.

Villeneuve-Minervois offers a full range of amenities: primary school, grocery store, greengrocer, baker, butcher, pharmacy, hair salon, café, restaurants, wine shop, tennis courts, sports facilities, and even a truffle museum. It's located in the famed black truffle “golden triangle”, with annual gourmet events.

Excellent transport links: Carcassonne airport (18km), Toulouse (85km), Béziers (72km), with high-speed train services from Carcassonne and Narbonne and a regular bus to Carcassonne.