vineyard with pool for sale Narbonne, France

A freehold holiday home that makes sense. Use it for your holidays, then when you are not using it, the operator, Domaine & Demeure will rent your home for you and simply share the rental income with you. Easy and hassle free. These properties are designed to be holiday homes rather than second homes or full-time homes. They are designed for people who want a holiday home in France without the stresses that come with trying to manage a holiday home from another country. For people who are looking for a hands off experience of owning a property in France they are fantastic. The basic principle is that you use the property for your holidays and then it is rented out by Domaine & Demeure when you are not using it. All rental income is shared between the owner (55%) and D&D (45%). There are annual management charges where owners pay D&D to manage their houses and the estate. These costs are based on the actual running costs of the estate plus a 20% margin for D&D to provide this service. I like to suggest to potential buyers that their share of rental income would typically cover the costs of the management charges so that they end up at the end of the year with a zero balance and so effectively have their property fully managed for free. Typically, owners do end up making a profit at the end of the year but I prefer that this profit is not the main focus of a decision to buy. SERVICES Air-conditioning, Double glazing, Furnished, Internet, Outdoor lighting, Concierge, Swimming pool, Tennis court. PROXIMITIES Airport (37 km), Beach (30 km), Golf (35 km), Hospital/clinic (27 km), Sea (30 km), Tennis, TGV station (20 km), Town centre (23 km), Train station (20 km). ABOUT THE ESTATE Château Les Carrasses is a 19th Century Wine Domaine in the Languedoc, South of France, extensively restored as a luxury self-catering estate, comprising a unique collection of privately owned residences, on site restaurant and winery. Discover the authenticity and charm of a 19th Century estate, surrounded by vines, with spectacular views and spacious grounds. The atmosphere of a private club – great service, but relaxed, friendly and laid back. Chic and spacious accommodation – intimate, private and practical, air conditioned and fully equipped for a perfect holiday. The Restaurant of Château Les Carrasses is ready to welcome you in a unique, magical setting overlooking the vineyards with far reaching views to the Pyrenees. Stylish, seasonal Mediterranean cuisine by chef Valère Diochet . Our menu changes frequently to take advantage of the best seasonal local produce. A relaxed restaurant not molecular gastronomy or liveried staff. But super fresh Mediterranean dishes and brasserie classics, popular with guests and locals alike the brasserie is open year-round and is just 5 minutes from Capestang and 20 minutes from Narbonne and Beziers. In house dining: If you prefer to eat in the comfort of your house, we have many other options. This house includes a modern kitchen fully equipped with everything you need for cooking, including a Weber barbecue. Our restaurant can also deliver fresh meals to your property. Our Chef and his team propose: our legendary bbq packs, pizzas and traditional family dishes, but also a selection of dishes from our lunchtime terrace and our dinner menus. The magnificent infinity pool (20m x 8m), heated from April to October features massage jets and an inviting submerged beach area for lounging. Poolside service is available throughout the summer. To the west of the estate is this lovely social spot – a large barbecue station with tables and chairs and all the equipment needed for an easy cook out. Beside the barbecue area are two boules courts, where you’re free to while away a couple of lazy hours. Neatly bordered by cypress trees, our championship-size clay court can be floodlit in the evenings. The beach-volleyball court next door is great for a fun workout in the sunshine. All the equipment you need for a game is provided free of charge. The countryside around the Château is perfect for exploration on two wheels, and we have plenty of complimentary bicycles for guests’ use, together with useful route maps. If you're looking for a completely hassle free way to own a holiday home in the south of France then this could be for you.

LOCATION: In the heart of the Minervois and the renowned Cru La Livinière appellation, 30 minutes from Narbonne or Carcassonne, 45 minutes from motorways or an airport. The environment is wild and particularly calm, in an atmosphere of Mediterranean scrubland. DESCRIPTION: Complete, profitable wine-growing property, comprising 46 ha of land in a single block, 34 ha of which is planted with organic and HVE3 vines, with a group of buildings facing south, comprising : A Maison de Maître dating from 1868 in very good condition with central heating, on 3 levels of 140 m2 each, with living rooms and 2 offices on the ground floor, 4 bedrooms on the 1st floor and a very large loft on the top floor under a magnificent roof structure. There is also a swimming pool area on one side. An independent 97 m2 flat with 2 bedrooms could be used as a gîte or for a caretaker. A 367 m2 wine-making cellar, with 3,000 hl of vats in all, including 2,250 hl of epoxy-coated, temperature-controlled concrete, with the rest in stainless steel and enamelled steel. A 58 m2 storage area, a 40 m2 workshop and a 26 m2 garage. 50 m from this complex is a large, insulated, air-conditioned storage cellar for bottles and barrels, measuring 374 m2, with an 89 m2 upper floor used as a reception room for seminars and other events. This space is used for reception, tasting and sales to professional and private customers. Another separate operating building has been built for trading purposes. It is currently empty, apart from the farm equipment, which is protected inside. It has a floor area of 430 m2, with high ceilings and a reinforced slab. It is fully insulated and enclosed. Level +1 is 212 m2, and level +2 is 100 m2. They can be converted for all types of business or company accommodation. There is also a 92 m2 shed and an 81 m2 garage with an 81 m2 upper floor. THE LAND: There are 34 ha of organic and HVE3 vines, 17 ha of which are Syrah, followed by Grenache noir, Carignan, Cinsault, Mourvèdre and Bourboulenc. The remaining 12 ha is woodland, moorland and garrigue. MANAGEMENT: This estate is constantly in search of elegance, and an artist who is a friend of the family even exhibits his sculptures here. From the vine to the bottling, everything is of the highest quality. The range of wines includes all 3 colours, and the estate currently sells around 180,000 bottles, many of which are mentioned in the best wine guides. The wines are marketed mainly for export, followed by the on-trade, wholesalers and the cellar. Sales and results are substantial. Profitability is high. All the cellar and growing equipment is included in the sale. WHAT WE THINK: This property will win you over with the quality of its wines, its turnover and its very sheltered setting. It offers a privileged living environment. The spacious, high-quality buildings still offer plenty of scope for extension. CONTACT : Hélène DESSORT : +33 (0)6 14 60 32 32