Salles-d'Aude, Aude, France

Elegant 5-bedroom Maison de Maître overlooking the Canal du Midi.  This beautifully renovated 19th-century Maison de Maître is situated in the heart of Sallèles-d'Aude. As you'd expect with a property of this style and era, the rooms are spacious with high-ceilings & original character features throughout. There are five bedrooms, four bathrooms, terraces, a garage and a large attic

The renovation work has been methodically & carefully undertaken in such a way that whilst the property is now C-rated energy for efficiency rating, the great sense of character is retained through the wealth of original detail, including high ceilings, ornate fireplaces, original woodwork, encaustic tiles and decorative cornicing. 

If you're a keen observer of your daily steps, this house will definitely help maintain your count levels, as well as providing an excellent excuse to indulge in second helpings of all the culinary delights of the region.  Including the attic and basement, the house is arranged over five levels, however, the main living space covers the middle three levels. 

Ground floor

Entrance hall and stairwell 27m²

Living room 24m²

Kitchen/dining room 21m²

Cloakroom

Step through the original ornate door and the entrance hall is particularly evocative of a by-gone age.  It centres around the impressive stone and wrought-iron staircase. A lightwell above the stairwell brings natural light into the centre of the house.

The living room has tall windows overlooking the Canal du Midi and an original period fireplace. The fully fitted kitchen and dining area has another substantial original fireplace and opens onto the private terrace.

First floor

Bedroom 1 33m² with en suite bathroom

Bedroom 2 21m² with en suite bathroom

Landing/stairwell 18m²

The principal bedroom is particularly spacious, with two tall windows overlooking the canal and a black marble fireplace. The second bedroom also has its own en suite bathroom and period marble fireplace.

Second floor

Bedroom 3 17m²

Bedroom 4 16m²

Bedroom 5 21m²

Landing/stairwell 18m²

Bedrooms 3 and 4 form a family suite, sharing an en suite shower room and both enjoying views towards the Canal. Bedroom 5 has its own en suite shower room and provides access to the attic.

Attic and basement

The substantial attic has a large window framing the canal-side views and offers potential for conversion, subject to the necessary permissions. It could provide additional accommodation, a guest apartment or studio

The basement comprises several rooms currently used for laundry and storage, with direct access to the garage.

Outside

The 30m2 terrace at the back of the house is sheltered and enclosed, an ideal outdoor space for eating and relaxing. It is partly shaded and includes a built-in barbecue and several seating areas.  It is particularly evocative in the evenings, festooned with fairy lights and an aperitif close at hand.

At the front of the house there is a small private terrace overlooking the Canal du Midi, as well as additional off-street parking.

The 30m² garage opens onto the rear street, providing secure parking and useful practical access.

Location

The house is in Sallèles-d'Aude, a lively village on the Canal du Midi with a history stretching back more than a thousand years. Everyday amenities are close at hand, including shops, a grocery store, large supermarket and three restaurants.

Narbonne is around 15 minutes away for a wider range of shops, restaurants, schools and services. Béziers is approximately 30 minutes away and Carcassonne around 45 minutes, while the Mediterranean beaches are about half an hour by car.

With the Canal immediately outside the house, this is a particularly easy location for enjoying the waterways and surrounding countryside on foot or by bike, while the proximity of Narbonne means the property remains practical for everyday living.

At a glance:

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Receptions: 2
Habitable space: 214m2
Plot size: 162m2 
Taxe foncière: €2,244 per annum
DPE rating: C
Broadband: Yes
Heating: Gas-fired central heating
Drainage: Mains
Neighbours:  close by
Distance to shops: Walking distance
Distance to coast: 30 mins
Distance to train station: 15 mins
Distance to airport:  Carcassonne, 45 mins.

Please note: Agency fees are included in the advertised price and are payable by the purchaser.   All locations and sizes are approximate. La Résidence has made every effort to ensure that the details and photographs of this property are accurate and in no way misleading.  However, this information does not form part of a contract and no warranties are either given or implied.

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