Carcassonne, Languedoc-Roussillon 11000

Reference: PFYR-T208450. Located in one of Carcassonne's most beautiful Haussmannian buildings. In the heart of Carcassonne's old town, just steps from the medieval citadel and the train station, you'll be captivated by this charming apartment nestled in one of the city's finest Haussmannian buildings. This 200.51 sq m (Carrez Law) apartment, spread over two floors, boasts elegant and light-filled interiors, generous living spaces, and two private terraces offering breathtaking views of the Pyrenees and the Montagne Noire. A rare find, ideal as a primary residence, pied-à-terre, or a quality investment in a unique and sunny setting. The stone facade was restored in 2024 to highlight the significant heritage features of this 19th-century building, designed by one of the city's iconic architects. That same year, 2024, a new, high-end boiler was installed to improve the thermal comfort of this small condominium and achieve energy savings. Behind the carriage entrance with its cast-iron motifs lies an elegant hall with old-world charm, featuring a marble staircase, wrought-iron details, and decorative elements. The second-floor apartment welcomes you with an entrance hall, leading to a spacious 45 m² living area encompassing a living room, dining room, solid wood flooring, a marble fireplace, moldings, and a dressing room, as well as a magnificent view of the Bastide hills and the Saint-Vincent church. Adjoining this is a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, bathtub, and toilet; a second bedroom with a built-in wardrobe; and an office with bookshelves, a marble fireplace, and a closet. The kitchen is bright and spacious, with ample storage. A bathroom with a shower and a separate toilet complete the apartment. On the upper floor, the second apartment has been designed to combine family harmony with individual independence and remains accessible via an external terracotta-tiled staircase. The landing opens onto an entrance/living room with black and white tiled flooring leading to a 15 m² terrace, offering panoramic views over the city rooftops and the Aude countryside, with no overlooking neighbors. The two attic bedrooms are charming and peaceful, one of them featuring a corner zinc terrace. The apartment's layout also includes a spacious laundry room (convertible into a kitchen) with a double antique washbasin, a bathroom with shower and toilet, a wardrobe, and attics converted into storage spaces. Secure parking spaces are available for rent on a yearly basis near the property. This apartment holds exceptional potential for those who appreciate unique properties. The city of Carcassonne enjoys a Mediterranean climate and excellent accessibility, located in the heart of the Occitanie region near Toulouse and Montpellier, between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. It boasts excellent motorway connections, a train station in the city center, and the Sud de France international airport. Carcassonne offers high-quality facilities and services (transportation, childcare, hospital, shops), a rich cultural scene (conservatory, festivals, associations), and a wealth of leisure activities (intercommunal swimming pool, lakes, banks of the Aude River). The city also features a beautiful landscape (vineyards, almond groves, spectacular natural sites). For investors: a leading tourist destination, attracting 2 million visitors annually. An exceptional heritage: Cathar castles and two UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Canal du Midi and the Cité de Carcassonne. *1 hour from the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees ski resorts *1 hour from Toulouse (France's 4th largest city) *2.5 hours from Avignon *3 hours from Barcelona *4.5 hours from Saint-Tropez Condominium with 3 units. Annual charges: 4,500.00.