Exceptional Renovated Stone Barn with Pool in Saint Chinian
€837,000€3,857/m²
Saint Chinian, Languedoc-Roussillon, France
6
bedrooms
4
bathrooms
217 m²
interior
1,520 m²
plot
House
property type
Today
listed
The Habio take
AI summaryThis stunning stone barn has been meticulously renovated to offer 217 m² of elegant living space, featuring 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Located in the charming village of Saint Chinian, it's just 25 minutes from Narbonne and 30 minutes from the Mediterranean coast.
- pool
- garden
- family
- retirement
- quiet
- countryside
Highlights
- Spacious 217 m² living area
- 6 bedrooms including 2 en-suite master suites
- Heated saltwater swimming pool
- Beautifully landscaped garden
- Potential for guesthouse conversion
- Prime location near Narbonne and the coast
Worth knowing
- May require additional investment for guesthouse conversion
Good fit for: Ideal for families or those seeking a luxurious country retreat.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 60
- Walkable
- 60
- Remote work
- 70
- Family
- 85
- Retirement
- 80
- Airport access
- 70
- Investment
- 75
- Luxury
- 90
- Value
- 65
About this place
This rare property, a beautifully renovated stone barn, presents a luxurious living experience within a peaceful and expansive 1520 m² landscaped plot. The interior encompasses 217 m² and boasts high-end finishes, including a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious living/dining area highlighted by an elegant fireplace and large sliding doors.
With 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, the layout includes two en-suite master suites—one located on the ground floor and the other on the first floor. The ground floor features an entrance hall leading into the kitchen, a laundry room, and a convenient WC. On the first floor, you will find three additional bedrooms, one with a decorative fireplace, and a large bathroom equipped with modern amenities.
The property also features an outbuilding/garage of approximately 25 m², which holds excellent potential for conversion into a guesthouse. Outside, enjoy a serene garden adorned with various trees, along with a south-facing, heated saltwater swimming pool, complete with a terrace and pergola, making this home perfect for relaxation or entertaining.
What this place offers
- swimming pool
- air conditioning
- heating
- fireplace
- garage
- garden
- terrace
Where you’ll be
Saint Chinian, Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Location is approximate — exact address is confirmed by the agent.
Open in Google MapsBuying property in France
France places no restrictions on foreign property ownership. The notaire (a public official, not a lawyer for either side) handles the conveyance and is paid by the buyer. A French bank account is strongly recommended for completion funds and ongoing charges.
- 1
Make an offer
Offers are usually verbal or via the estate agent (agent immobilier). Once accepted, the agent drafts the offer letter.
- 2
Sign the compromis de vente
Preliminary contract setting price, conditions, and a 5–10% deposit held in escrow. Buyer has a 10-day statutory cooling-off period after signing.
- 3
Engage a notaire
Buyer and seller can share one notaire or use separate ones at no extra cost — fees are fixed by law and split.
- 4
Searches & conditions
Notaire runs title, planning, and mortgage searches; mortgage conditions (clause suspensive) typically allow 45 days to secure financing.
- 5
Final funds & pre-completion
Transfer balance plus all notaire fees to the notaire's account a few days before signing.
- 6
Sign the acte de vente
Final deed signed at the notaire's office (in person or by power of attorney). Keys handed over.
- 7
Registration
Notaire registers the sale at the Service de la Publicité Foncière and sends the buyer a certified copy (attestation) within weeks; the full deed follows in 2–6 months.
No residency requirement to buy. Non-resident mortgages available from French banks, typically 70–80% LTV with stricter affordability checks. France abolished taxe d'habitation on primary residences (2023) but it still applies to second homes — and many communes now apply a surcharge of up to 60% on second homes in high-demand zones.
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