Sold, a 17th century tourism estate, former royal manufacture, 844 m2 on 1.06 hectares. This 17th century residence, renovated in the 19th century, has a swimming pool and outbuildings. This former royal cloth factory dating from 1680 has been converted into a bed and breakfast, lodges and events venue with a renovated private home. This 17th century residence in a dominant position on the slopes of the Montagne Noire offers unobstructed views in an unspoilt setting of 1.06 hectares, 23 km from Carcassonne and its medieval city.

Description

The village of this royal factory dates back to medieval times around 828. It went through a troubled period during the war of religion from 1563 to 1595 between the Huguenots and the royal troops. This royal factory at the foot of the Montagne Noire borders on the Tarn. Located on the outskirts of a medieval village, this 17th century residence was built under Colbert. The house was remodelled in the 19th century and recently renovated.
17th-century Royal Manufactory

This 17th century residence has been converted into 8 guest rooms ranging from 40 m2 to 60 m2. A large 72 m2 lounge with fireplace and French ceiling. The garage and attic await conversion. This 17th century royal factory of around 543 m2 could become a family home once again. The second building dates from the 18th century (1721) and spans approx. 301 m2 with a seminar room, office and flat.

Below this 18th century residence, a garage and an artist's studio. A 17th-century outside staircase decorated with balusters leads down to the gardens. This 17th-century royal manufactory, set in one hectare of wooded grounds, is a haven from the hustle and bustle of the city. The interior restoration of this 17th-century royal manufactory has given it the ease of 17th-century residences, as the reception rooms testify.
The south-facing, salt-treated swimming pool and pool-house area offer a haven from the hustle and bustle of the city. A private parking area is adjacent.
17th century estate

A single-roller, semi-circular arch with adjoining battens welcomes you. The 17th century Royal Manufactory is on the right. The swimming pool and its area as well as the outbuilding on the left. A driveway leads from one building to another. On the side of the manufactory, an area sheltered from view. A staircase with straight flights adorned with balusters leading down to the gardens.

The Royal Manufactory 

    On the ground floor, a garage. A bedroom with shower room. An entrance hall leads to the staircase leading to the first floor and the reception rooms.
    The large 17th century lounge (72.52m2) with its French ceiling, parquet flooring and open fireplace and wood panelling. A kitchen with storeroom and utility room.
    On the second floor, a long landing of 18 m2 decorated with cement tiles leading to the bedrooms. 6 bedrooms ranging from approx. 40 m2 to approx. 60 m2, 4 shower rooms. At the other end, a lounge of around 38 m2. 
    On the top floor, two bedrooms ranging from approx. 15 m2 to approx. 20 m2 and the attic.
    There is mains drainage. Heating by wood-burning stoves. The tiled roof was redone in 2000.

The main building dates from the 18th century.

On the ground floor, an 80 m2 room that can be used as a seminar room for 80 people. An office and 2 toilets. Upstairs, a spacious loft of approx. 80 m2 with a living room and open-plan kitchen. Bedrooms. Below this outbuilding, either by an internal staircase or by the external staircase adorned with balusters, is an artist's studio and a garage of approx. 80 m2. The roof is divided into two parts: a tiled section that was redone 2 years ago, and a reworked slate section. Heating is by a heat pump and stove.

Swimming pool and pool house

A sunken swimming pool provides a sheltered, relaxing area. The 12 x 6 swimming pool with salt treatment and pool-house. This south-facing relaxation area overlooks the surrounding countryside.
Location

Carcassonne international airport is 19 km away. Numerous circuits will enable you to discover the Canal du Midi and the rich history of Carcassonne. Motorway access is 10 km away. Numerous walks will enable you to discover this natural environment and its eventful history.