seaside castle for sale Hérault, France

For sale: a 12th century Templar commandery, altered in the 16th century, 531 m2 in wooded grounds of 2383 m2 with outbuildings including a chapel. This medieval commandery is located between Montpellier and Sète. The 12th-century medieval commandery. This Templar commandery is located halfway between Sète (21 km) and Montpellier (12 km). This renovated 12th century medieval commandery, steeped in history, spans approx. 890 m2 of floor space in a dominant position and comprises: a main courtyard, a sacred chapel, a reception room, vaulted cellars, 2 kitchens, 5 bedrooms, 4 shower rooms, an office and a tower. A gîte with 2 bedrooms. A well. An old wine cellar for conversion. Walled parklands with century-old trees. History The first traces of settlement date back to prehistoric times, but the village was actually founded in the Middle Ages. This commandery was built at the end of the 12th century by the Templars. When the order was dissolved in 1307, the Knights of Malta became the owners. It was renovated by the Hospitallers in the 16th century. This area of the Hérault was marked by the presence of the Templars.