Magnificent Manor House With Parkland..

Magnificent 19th Century Manor House with renovated stable block, situated in the centre of a popular village close to Carcassonne, offering in excess of 640m2of habitable space with a total of 14 (mostly en-suite) bedrooms, all set in a lovely parkland of over 1700m2 (3/4 of an acre) with a heated swimming pool, a large open fronted barn, and formal landscaped garden.
The main house, which is over 4 floors, has been sympathetically renovated, retaining the generous original layout and preserving many beautiful period features including a dramatic 3 storey stone staircase with wrought iron balustrade. On the ground floor, there is a sumptuous lounge with marble fireplace, original tiles and cornicing. Also on this floor are the vast main kitchen and a library, as well as an entertainments room with bar and dance floor in the basement. On the first floor there are 3 large en-suite bedrooms and a further 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and a kitchen on the top floor.
The renovated stable block consists of 6 more bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a kitchen/diner and a games room.
Nestled within the formal landscaped garden is a heated swimming pool, with baby pool, tiled surround and security fencing. A large open-sided barn has been transformed into an outdoor dining and relaxation zone with not only a fully-equipped kitchen and dining area but also a lounge area and hot tub/Jacuzzi. There are plenty of other relaxing and seating spots dotted around the delightful garden. In addition, there is offstreet parking for up to 6 cars.
Currently exploited as a 4 star Gite de France rental, this superb property has been lovingly restored by its current owner over the last 14 years to the highest standards, with every conceivable comfort catered for. For those looking for a lifestyle change, this property offers the opportunity for a ready-made business or a fabulous family home, with several income generating options, if desired.

Manor House:
390m2 over 3 floors
Basement - 70m2

Stable block:
184m2 over 2 floors

Exterior:
Open sided barn - 82m2

General:
Electric heating and fireplaces
Double glazing throughout
4 star Gite de France accreditation, sleeping up to 28 people in both buildings
Most furniture, bedding and linen included in the sale
Automatic watering system and pool/Jacuzzi top up fed by well
Town gas
Mains drainage
Tax Fonciere around 6400€ p.a

Location:
Villegaihenc - Popular village with all amenities, including an excellent bakery, butcher, pharmacy, supermarket, etc., just 10 minutes from Carcassonne (15 mins from airport), 45 minutes to Toulouse and 40 minutes to Mediterranean beaches