Languedoc-Roussillon, Aude, Carcassonne, France

Unique opportunity to acquire a marvellous equestrian country estate with spacious house, gite, stables and outbuildings, surrounded by over 150 acres of glorious land with panoramic countryside views near all amenities in Carcassonne.

The property provides 304m2 of living space and is maintained to a high level with 7 en-suite bedrooms and part of the house having a second kitchen and living room to make a separate gite.

The outbuildings of roughly 250m2 comprise of stables with two boxes, large storage areas and a garage, and are in good condition. Outside there are several terraces for dining, a large car park and a paddock.

This could be a large family residence for horse-lovers, but the property also lends itself to commercial projects, as a B & B, for hikers and cyclists and the nearby European Equestrian Route, and as an equestrian boarding centre.

The ground floor of the main house has a garage 97m2, storage rooms of 52m2 and 56m2, stables 41m2, tack room 12m2, kitchen 28m2, bathroom 10m2, living room and dining room 52m2.

Bedroom 1,19m2, shower room 11m2, bedroom 2,11.5m2, shower room 6m2, bedroom 3,13m2, shower room 6m2, walk in wardrobes of 6m2, and 4m2, bedroom 4,18m2, shower room 5m2, WC 1.5m2, laundry room 5m2, bedroom 5,15m2, bathroom 6.5m2, bedroom 6,14m2, WC 1.5m2, shower room 5m2, bedroom 7,15m2, shower room 7m2, 2nd kitchen 10m2, 2nd living room 34m2, and on the first floor.

The property is sold with 60ha of fenced meadows and woodland divided roughly as 40ha of meadow and 20ha of woodland. Surrounded by undulating countryside, the buildings take a prominent position on the flat of a small hill providing panoramic views.

There are numerous terraces on all sides for outdoor living, ample parking for cars and century-old trees.

The property is in good condition and the garden and areas have been well maintained over time.

There are several sheltered spaces for horses scattered over the meadows and they can cater for around 20 horses. A video surveillance system controls the entire area and there is fibre optic for internet.

A very pleasant and warm property in a unique position with breathtaking endless views to the Pyrenees. A peaceful site in the heart of nature and yet only a short drive from a larger town. This area offers a wide range of opportunities for both family and business, with plenty of activities which lend themselves to B & B and horse-boarding income.

Short distance for fast connections with railways, airports and highways. A rare opportunity for horse-lovers not to be missed.

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