Close to Narbonne and the Mediterranean Sea is this spacious detached villa with its own swimming pool and lots of privacy. In this region (the Minervois) the number of hours of sunshine is 100% more than in the Netherlands; 10% less than in Spain but a lot more pleasant in terms of temperature.
Villa Aquamarin is a luxurious single-storey house on the edge of a picturesque medieval village. From the house, the many terraces and beautiful garden you have beautiful panoramic views (East, South and West) of the valley with vineyards, wooded hills and the village of Montouliers ('mont des oliviers').
The villa stands on a large private plot (2500 m2) with pines, olive trees, cypresses, oleanders and all kinds of Mediterranean herbs. The house is modern, stylish and fully furnished with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Above all, there is a large private swimming pool (11x5 m). From the pool and the various terraces (with shaded areas) you have beautiful views of the valley.
Villa Aquamarin is a must for nature and culture lovers and people who love luxury, atmosphere and tranquility. And the historic cities of Narbonne, Béziers, Carcassonne, Montpellier and the Mediterranean Sea are nearby. The grocery store with restaurant in the village is 200 m walk. Large supermarkets and a choice of restaurants are 4 km away.
The villa is now rented out for 6-10 weeks a year and that may also be of interest to you.
House layout
Stylish and light interior with practical complete layout. French doors to several spacious (partly covered) terraces (15+30+20 m2) around the villa.
-> Entrance with wardrobe. Attractively furnished spacious lounge with wood stove and dining room (55 m2) with atrium (5 m high).
-> Modern new kitchen (9 m2) with induction hob, convection oven, extractor hood, fridge + freezer, dishwasher. Utility room with boiler and space for washing machine, vacuum cleaner, etc.
-> Four spacious cozy bedrooms (10-18 m2) with closets, three of which have patio doors to the garden.
-> Large bathroom with bath, shower, 2 sinks and toilet. Second bathroom with shower, sink and toilet. Bathrooms and kitchen are equipped with mechanical ventilation.
-> Large basement (68 m2) with garage for 2 cars and 2 storage rooms (10 m2) with a ceiling at 2.10 m.
The villa is fully equipped for 2-8 people and comfortable in winter due to heating and insulation in all rooms. The living room has a wood burning stove. Furthermore, the house is connected to the sewerage, drinking and well water, electricity and internet (telephone).
Everything is modern and very functional: an ideal stay in this fantastic Mediterranean setting.
Pool and garden
Large swimming pool (11x5 m) with Roman steps and a depth of 1.00 to 2.00 m, alarm system for small children and underwater lighting. Around the pool is a large terrace (65 m2). From the house with several terraces you have a direct view of the swimming pool.
The surrounding large garden is extremely varied with various plane trees, pines, cypresses, olive trees, oleanders, rosemary, thyme, agaves and roses. The plants are supplied with water with an automatic drip system. You have a lot of privacy and beautiful panoramic views from the house or garden to Narbonne (25 km further). From the site you can walk straight into the fields and forests with various hiking opportunities. The GR78 and Compostela route run 100 m past the house.
The garden is connected to a private 'backyard', a field/forest plot of 3100 m2.
The asking price mentioned includes brokerage fees (usually 5 to 8% of the price).
