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UNDER €100,000 Renovation challenge Ten minutes from Béziers, this project offers a charming 64m2
separate 30m2
The Minervois vineyards and nestling behind them, the village of Minerve in Olonzac, or 350m2
in Bram
or Pépieux, both historic areas that are in easy reach of historic Carcassonne.
THE ECONOMY Employment and key industries within Languedoc- Roussillon vary with location. Vineyards are vital across the region but in Lozère, broader agriculture plays a large part in the local economy. Areas closer to the Mediterranean rely heavily on tourism, which also boosts inland areas thanks to the protected landscapes of the natural parks. Unemployment in this part
of France is above the national average, but has fallen over the past three years to 9.6%.
TRANSPORT Transport connections to this part of France are fantastic, as it’s a popular holiday spot and a regular route for those travelling into Spain. There are five airports
offering UK flights close by (Carcassonne, Nîmes, Perpignan, Montpellier, Béziers and Toulouse). Montpellier is a four-hour
train ride from Paris, a trip that would take nearly eight hours by car, while a flight takes just 1hr20. Road links, including tolls,
are well maintained but don’t be fooled by the distances: in the summer season, allow plenty of extra time to get to your destination. ■
WHAT THE AGENTS SAY…
Local agent Freddy Rueda of Real Estate Occitanie shares his
insights about property in Languedoc-Roussillon. “If you’re househunting here, the golden triangle is the zone between Pézenas, Béziers and St-Chinian, as it offers easy access to the sea, the airports and train stations, villages that trade year round, and an attractive microclimate. “French buyers tend to
ask for more contemporary properties, while foreign buyers prefer older houses with a small outside space, probably because this is easy
to maintain if you’re using it as a holiday home. “If you have a limited
budget, a good-value purchase would be a village house with decking or patio for around €150,000. In the next bracket, I’d recommend a more recent property with pool and views, which will cost €350,000–€400,000. “If you’re looking for an
investment, you can find older properties with land for around €250,000 that you can add value to. It’s good to be prepared, as there are more cash-buyers since 2020, so do your research and be ready to act when the right place comes on the market.”
28 FRENCH PROPERTY NEWS: July/August 2023
€200,000 TO €350,000 Character property Dating from the 1700s, this two-bedroom stone house is set over three storeys, located in a former domaine near a château. Large fireplace, exposed beams, two bathrooms as well as a large terrace and barbecue, all in easy reach of the Mediterranean. €230,000 (French Entrée, ref MNL2472)
€350,000 TO €500,000 Winemaker’s house In a village with all amenities five minutes outside Béziers, this vineyard property includes a pool and a renovated 20m2 Enjoy 200m2
‘mazet’.
plus bedrooms, two bathrooms, a garage and 430m2
in an excellent location. €499,000 (French Entrée, ref LL544000e)
of living space, four- of private land
stone house, a shed and building in ruins,
all with a sunny garden that’s perfect for apéritifs. You’d need determination, but the end result could be fantastic. €60,000 (French Entrée, ref PM69300E)
€100,000 TO €200,000 Carcassonne townhouse Just a few minutes’ walk to the bars, restaurants, market and shops of the city centre, and close to the beautiful Aude river, this terraced house has three double bedrooms and comes with a small courtyard and sunny roof terrace. €120,000 (French Entrée, ref BVI62963)
€500,000 TO €1M Rural business opportunity With nearly four acres of land and stunning views, this rural estate in Aude includes four houses, a stable block and land in a building zone for further expansion. Set on the edge of a village in Haut Corbières, it’s quiet but with amenities close by. €532,000 (French Entrée, ref BVI29279)
OVER €1M Château manor Located near Carcassonne in 14 acres of parkland, this property offers 1,200m2
living space
with scope for more. There are currently eight bedrooms, three separate flats, an orangery, several outbuildings and countless unique features. €1,250,000 (French Entrée, ref 1707)
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