Midi-Pyrénées, Tarn, Labastide-Rouairoux, France

A48303FV81 - Let’s begin the tour: as soon as we step through the entrance gate, we’re transported to another era, and we’re left speechless by this imposing complex with its incredible charm!
In fact, we spend quite some time in the landscaped grounds and along its paths, where stone and greenery blend together beautifully! At first glance, ideas start swirling round in your head – it’s the ideal place to live in seclusion yet just a stone’s throw from shops and amenities, whilst being able to pursue the professional venture that’s been close to your heart for so long but which never materialised due to a lack of a suitable venue – and here it is, right before your eyes! Whether for bringing the family together, wellness-related activities or an artists’ residence, this place will be perfect , over 1500m2 of floor space !
Come on, let’s go inside. We’ll start with the main building: the house covering around 250m2 .
It spans three levels, including a basement. As soon as we step inside, it’s all there: the charm of the old, ,the modern comfort of the spaciousness, natural light and the architectural details we love so much – cement tiles and a very distinctive layout of the rooms.
The entrance hall immediately captures our attention, offering a magnificent view of a truly superb and imposing double staircase – a work of art! The ground floor comprises three reception rooms: a lounge, a living room and a dining room, as well as a kitchen with a pantry and a utility room, You’re sure to appreciate the high-quality renovation throughout, which beautifully enhances all the architectural details characteristic of bourgeois houses.
We head upstairs, having, of course, taken the time to admire this incredible staircase. A large central landing leads to three beautiful bedrooms: one with a toilet area, and one en suite with a walk-in wardrobe and bathroom. Featuring beautiful parquet flooring, they all have large fitted wardrobes, and two of them offer a unique view of the park.
The top floor houses a huge loft, a spacious area offering numerous possibilities for conversion.
Note also the presence of a full basement; what a space!
Now for the second property, currently being renovated and also spread over three levels – believe us, it’s every bit as impressive, with just as much charm, appeal and potential.
See for yourself: the ground floor, which has the same layout, comprises an entrance hall opening onto an 80 m² reception room; its large arched windows provide superb natural light and views of the terrace and park. A bedroom, a large pantry, a toilet and a utility room complete this level. Next, the staircase leads to a mezzanine level with its own toilet; the first floor opens onto a large landing and comprises two bedrooms, a bathroom, a toilet with a washbasin, a kitchen and a large living/dining room. On the second floor, there is a large loft measuring 110 m² and two further bedrooms. In the basement, there is a boiler room with an air-to-water heat pump new plumbing which will replace the oil fired boiler, and a wine cellar.
And finally, the third building, with a floor area of approximately 330m², will require complete renovation; it formerly housed offices and business premises. Spread over three levels, it comprises a basement with a cellar and a former toilet; on the ground floor, there is a 45m² garage, a workshop and storage rooms; whilst the first and second floors each feature a spacious 100m² open-plan area, offering numerous possibilities for commercial use.
Turning to the exterior, the magnificent, enclosed landscaped grounds covering 1,968 m² are a true centrepiece that enhances the property, offering numerous spots for relaxation, with terraces, a pergola, paths and green spaces – ideal for strolling and recharging your batteries.


Location:
In a village with all the main amenities, including shops, bars, schools, a secondary school, banks and restaurants.
Walkers and cyclists will be spoilt for choice by the unspoilt landscapes of the Montagne Noire and the Voie Verte.
Labastide-Rouairoux has a weekly market, as does the neighbouring town of Saint-Pons-de-Thomieres, capital of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park, whose history dates back to the Stone Age, as evidenced by its Museum of Prehistory.
Labastide also has a textile museum that showcases the rich expertise and industrial heritage of the Tarn, as well as the textile industry’s golden age that brought the village its fame.
A little further afield, the vineyards of the Minervois and Saint-Chinianais are less than half an hour’s drive away, whilst the Mediterranean beaches are less than an hour and a quarter away.
The property is equidistant from Carcassonne and Béziers airports, with journey times being almost identical.
Whilst Toulouse and Montpellier are a little further away (1 hour 45 minutes), Castres Airport is only 30 minutes away.