Caunes-Minervois, Languedoc-Roussillon 11160

Beautifully positioned Maison de Maitre in the village of Caunes Minervois.This gracious mansion dating from the mid 1800's offers a perfectly proportioned interior with lovely high ceilings and wonderful flow for entertaining family and friends. The large south facing windows capture maximum sunlight offering naturally bright rooms, all of which have views over the garden.The ground floor offers a large well applianced family kitchen with huge separate pantry ( every passionate cooks dream! ) and another separate laundry room ( so perfect we include a photograph ! )The kitchen flows directly to the dining area with french doors onto the terrace and garden.From the dining room french doors that discreetly slide back into the wall cavity open to the main salon with striking marble fireplace allowing the spaces to be divided or to flow together.Another separate salon showcases a stunning violet veined marble fireplace and views of the garden.A guest powder room off the main entrance with it's orginal 19th century tiled floor completes the ground floor living spaces. A large internal access garage completes the ground floor.The first and second floors accommodate four indulgent suites, each with their own fan base within the family and friends that regularly enjoy the current owners hospitality. The garden is simply marvelous offering an oasis of calme in the middle of the village with established shade trees for summer, stone walls and terracing, views of the abbey of Caunes and the rooftops of the village. There is also a barn connected directly to the house with planning permission in place to create an apartment. This exceptional and rare property offers country living in the centre of the village less than 5 minutes walk from restaurants, cafes and the many commerces of this animated and artistic village at the base of the Montagne Noire.Additional information is available by contacting the sole and exclusive agent Robert Richards. Agency commission paid by the vendor. Energy Rating. D 190 Kwh 47 Kg Co2 Gaz D 47 kg Co2