Reference: J2-2525
Magnificent 18th-century château with seven independent gîtes, established winery and 23 hectares of IGP Pays d’Oc vineyards. Set within 31 hectares, the estate offers nine en-suite château bedrooms, elegant reception rooms, spa, two swimming pools, formal parkland, wine cellars and excellent agro-tourism potential near Béziers.
Set in the greater Béziers area of the Languedoc-Roussillon region of Occitanie, this exceptional estate enjoys a privileged position surrounded by vineyards and Mediterranean countryside. The property combines the tranquillity and privacy of a substantial rural estate with convenient access to Béziers, the Mediterranean coast and the region's renowned wine-producing towns.
The location is particularly attractive for both private living and tourism, with excellent road and rail connections, international airport access and the beaches of the Mediterranean within easy reach. The surrounding area is celebrated for its vineyards, historic villages, markets, gastronomy and relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle.
The Château
At the heart of the estate stands an impressive 18th-century château, distinguished by its beautiful south-facing façade and commanding presence within the surrounding parkland. Arranged over three floors, the château combines substantial proportions with an extraordinary collection of period architectural details.
The elegant reception rooms feature high ceilings, marble and stone fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, decorative mouldings and rosettes, while beautiful mosaic and terracotta floors add further character. Particularly charming details include ornamental mosaic designs incorporating the royal fleur-de-lys motif, reflecting the quality and history of the building.
The accommodation includes nine en-suite bedrooms together with a series of generous reception and living rooms, creating a comfortable and impressive principal residence. The château is equipped with central heating via an exchange pump and reversible air conditioning throughout.
Three substantial roof terraces, arranged across the first and second floors, provide exceptional additional outdoor living space, with panoramic views over the estate and surrounding countryside. One incorporates a private Jacuzzi, creating a discreet setting for relaxation.
Seven Independent Gîtes
The estate's hospitality potential is enhanced by seven independent gîtes arranged within several separate buildings. Each accommodation has its own identity, private outdoor space and reversible air conditioning, with layouts ranging from one to four bedrooms.
Among the most attractive is the former Orangerie, which has been transformed into an elegant Belle Époque-inspired gîte. It provides two en-suite bedrooms and opens onto its own private terrace, offering a particularly appealing accommodation option for guests.
The independent nature of the gîtes allows the commercial activity to operate discreetly and separately from the château, making the property equally suitable for owners who wish to welcome guests while retaining complete privacy within their principal residence.
Spa and Swimming Pools
The estate also provides an exceptional leisure offering. The spa has been designed as a dedicated wellness retreat with a sophisticated Scandinavian-inspired atmosphere.
A large circular Jacuzzi forms the centrepiece, surrounded by a sauna, double shower room, WC and two massage rooms. The arrangement provides a natural setting for relaxation and could add considerable appeal to a luxury rental or wellness-oriented hospitality business.
Outside, two substantial swimming pools provide further leisure facilities. One measures approximately 10 x 5 metres and the second approximately 13.5 x 6 metres. Each is accompanied by a generous tiled terrace.
One pool is particularly private, set within an enclosed oasis incorporating a pool house and games area, with attractive paths and mature planting creating a secluded atmosphere.
Parkland and Grounds
The estate extends to approximately 31 hectares, including around 2 hectares of enclosed and beautifully maintained parkland surrounding the château.
The park is approached through an impressive avenue of plane trees and contains numerous mature trees, Mediterranean shrubs and flowering plants. The combination of established vegetation, formal areas and more natural surroundings provides both privacy and an attractive setting for outdoor entertaining.
Beyond the parkland lie the vineyards and additional agricultural land, giving the estate an unusually strong sense of scale and independence.
The Vineyard
The estate's commercial heart is its approximately 23 hectares of IGP Pays d’Oc vineyards. The vines are divided between red and white varieties, with approximately two-thirds devoted to red wine production and one-third to white varieties.
The vineyard benefits from a productive terroir and grape varieties selected to suit both the local conditions and contemporary market requirements. Approximately 80% of the vineyard can be irrigated, providing additional security and flexibility in cultivation.
There is also potential to plant a further approximately 4 hectares, while neighbouring vineyards may offer opportunities for future expansion, subject to availability and agreement.
Around half of the vineyard adjoins the principal parkland, while a second contiguous block is located approximately 500 metres away.
Winery and Wine Business
The winery buildings are entirely separate from the residential estate and benefit from their own access, allowing the wine business to operate without compromising the privacy of the château and guest accommodation.
The winery comprises several substantial cellars together with an attractive wine-ageing cellar, partly underground and/or air conditioned to provide suitable conditions for maturation.
A separate building houses a welcoming tasting room and sales boutique, together with offices, creating a complete environment for direct sales, wine tourism and visitor experiences.
The estate is therefore offered as a genuine working wine property, with the infrastructure already in place to support production, ageing, presentation and commercialisation.
The sale is made with the company assets, although furniture, inventory and standing crops are excluded from the stated price.
A Highly Versatile Estate
The combination of an impressive historic château, seven independent gîtes, substantial wine production, dedicated winery buildings, spa facilities, two swimming pools and 31 hectares of land makes this an exceptionally versatile property.
It would be equally compelling as a prestigious family residence with an established income stream, a luxury hospitality business, a wine tourism destination or an estate combining private and commercial activities.
The wine business could also potentially be outsourced, either in whole or in part, allowing a future owner to retain the residential and hospitality elements while continuing to benefit from the vineyard and associated infrastructure.
With its exceptional architecture, established vineyard, independent accommodation, leisure facilities and proximity to the Mediterranean, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a complete and highly diversified estate in one of southern France's most desirable regions.
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