castle with terrace for sale Montpellier, France

Ideally located in the immediate vicinity of the Montpellier metropolis, this former 11th century commandery, perfectly restored and maintained, is a true historical witness to this beautiful region of Languedoc. This superb fortified residence, raised on a promontory, protects, in its center, an enclosed garden. The entrance is confidential behind its high wrought iron gate which protects access to the residence from the vast car park shaded by magnificent hackberry trees. The garden, secret, is sheltered from anyone overlooked. The main building develops more than 250 m² per floor. The first level opens onto the south-facing garden, notably through its summer kitchen. The additional rooms consist of cellars and a truly remarkable chapel! On the first floor, the noble rooms of the residence with a superb living room of approximately 60 m² and its beautiful high ceilings. In its extension, the vast kitchen with its fireplace, its pantry and its south-facing balcony which overlooks the garden. Night side, no less than 4 bedrooms on this level including a large master suite. The old materials have been preserved and perfectly maintained: bars on the ground or Terrazzo, fireplaces and period doors... The top floor has been fitted out with 2 additional bedrooms and their independent bathrooms. Numerous possibilities for arrangement and creation of rooms exist at this level depending on the chosen project. The highlight of the show is this watchtower which offers a 360° panorama of the surrounding countryside. The property has an additional household furnished with an independent bedroom and a small, neat apartment with the same level of standards and comfort. An additional building, of 250 m² on the ground and with a height under the ridge of more than 6 meters, authorizes all development projects (garage for several vehicles, creation of a swimming pool, Spa area, reception, etc.) or the possibility to develop a professional project. A rare opportunity to experience history in a place rich in sensations!