Characterful Former Winegrower House in Saint Genies De Fontedit
€135,000€1,500/m²
Saint Genies De Fontedit, Languedoc-Roussillon, France
2
bedrooms
1
bathroom
90 m²
interior
House
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Yesterday
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The Habio take
AI summaryThis two-bedroom former winegrower house offers 90 m² of living space and a generous 60 m² garage, providing ample room for renovation and personalisation. Located in the charming village of Saint Genies De Fontedit, it is conveniently situated just 20 minutes from Béziers and 25 minutes from the coast.
- quiet
- countryside
- renovation
Highlights
- Two bedrooms with conversion potential
- Large 60 m² attic for extra living space
- Generous garage of 60 m²
- Located near amenities in a charming village
- Just 20 minutes from Béziers and 25 minutes from the coast
- Affordable price for renovation project
Worth knowing
- Significant modernisation required
- Limited window in office room
- No lift mentioned
- Annual land tax of about 900 Euros
Good fit for: Ideal for buyers seeking a renovation project in a village setting.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 50
- Walkable
- 80
- Remote work
- 50
- Family
- 70
- Retirement
- 60
- Airport access
- 70
- Investment
- 65
- Luxury
- 40
- Value
- 75
About this place
This former winegrower house in the picturesque village of Saint Genies De Fontedit features 90 m² of living space with a sizable 60 m² attic that could be transformed into additional living space or a roof terrace. The property comprises a garage of the same size, providing excellent workshop or storage potential.
On the ground floor, you will find a spacious entrance hall, a WC, and the large garage. Moving to the first floor, the layout includes a hall, a cosy lounge, a dining room, kitchen, and shower room, alongside two bedrooms and an office. The attic, with significant conversion potential, allows for creative expansion. The house is well positioned within the village and is just steps away from local amenities, including shops, a bar, restaurant, and a school.
Although the property requires modernisation, it has sound structural integrity, modern double glazing, and offers renovation potential to create a comfortable and stylish residence, set in a delightful rural landscape.
What this place offers
- garage
- furnished
Where you’ll be
Saint Genies De Fontedit, Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Location is approximate — exact address is confirmed by the agent.
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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.
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Make an offer
Offers are usually verbal or via the estate agent (agent immobilier). Once accepted, the agent drafts the offer letter.
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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.
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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.
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Searches & conditions
Notaire runs title, planning, and mortgage searches; mortgage conditions (clause suspensive) typically allow 45 days to secure financing.
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Final funds & pre-completion
Transfer balance plus all notaire fees to the notaire's account a few days before signing.
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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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