Villa Ripaud For Sale

€460,000 - No Agency Fees

A Sustainable Lifestyle with Income Potential

Nestled on the banks of the River Berre within the spectacular Parc Naturel Régional Narbonaise et Méditerranée, Villa Ripaud presents a rare opportunity to embrace sustainable living while generating steady income. This distinctive 380m² property harmoniously blends historic character with modern eco-credentials across multiple self-contained units, all set within 1.2 hectares of riverfront grounds.

Key Features

Eco-Conscious Living: 30 solar panels with lithium battery storage (installed 2022, 25-year guarantee), private well water system, and energy-efficient heating solutions
Versatile Accommodation: Multiple self-contained living spaces including a main residence, holiday apartment, and separate garage apartment
Income Potential: Established holiday rental business with excellent occupancy rates and former restaurant space with commercial license
Outdoor Paradise: Terraced gardens, private river access with natural swimming pools, rooftop terrace with panoramic views, and secluded decked garden
Prime Location: Situated on the Route des Vins and Chemin des Cathars, minutes from charming villages and world-class attractions
Price: €460,000 (no agency fees)
Taxe Foncière: €2,800 per year

Accommodation

Main Residence (240m²)

Ground Floor: Professional kitchen (20m²), dining/meeting space (45m²), conservatory (27m²), utility room and facilities
First Floor: Open-plan kitchen/dining/living area, three double bedrooms, shower room, and master suite with private garden access and en-suite bathroom
Mezzanine Level: Additional facilities with access to decked courtyard

Holiday Apartment (110m²)

Self-contained second-floor apartment with kitchen/diner
Four double bedrooms, each with private en-suite facilities
Currently generating consistent rental income

Garage & Apartment (100m²)

One-bedroom apartment (30m²) with separate entrance
Spacious garage (70m²) with electric door
Large private terrace (66m²) with countryside views

Grounds & Gardens

The 1.2-hectare property offers exceptional outdoor living spaces:

Riverside Garden: Terraced landscape with mature fruit trees, flowering shrubs, and private steps leading to the River Berre
Rooftop Terrace: Panoramic views across the dramatic Corbières gorge
Zen Garden: Secluded decked area with Japanese maples, dining space, and hot tub installation point
Paddock: Versatile land suitable for glamping, equestrian facilities, olive grove, or vineyard development

From the terraced front garden, stone steps wind down to the property’s crowning natural feature—private access to the beautiful River Berre, offering exceptional wild swimming opportunities with several natural pools of varying depths.

Location & Accessibility

Villa Ripaud combines rural tranquility with excellent connectivity:

Local Amenities: Villesèque-des-Corbières village (immediate), Durban-Corbières (7km), Fontjoncouse with its 3-Michelin-star restaurant (6km)
Tourist Attractions: Terra Vinea wine caves (9km), Sigean African Reserve (14km), numerous Cathar castles within 30-40km
Beaches: Mediterranean coastline within 25-40km
Transport: Easy access to A9 motorway (13km), international airports at Perpignan (60km), Carcassonne (70km), and Montpellier (120km)
High-Speed Rail: TGV connections from Narbonne (25km) to Paris, Barcelona, and major European cities

The region enjoys a Mediterranean climate with over 300 days of sunshine per year, making it perfect for outdoor living and solar energy generation.

Business Potential

The property offers multiple revenue streams:

Established Holiday Rental: Second-floor apartment with proven income history
Hospitality Venture: Former restaurant space with retained commercial license
Wellness Retreat: Ideal setting for yoga, creative, or culinary workshops
Eco-Tourism: Opportunity to develop glamping or nature-based experiences

Villa Ripaud is perfectly suited to an eco-conscious entrepreneur seeking a picturesque chambres d’hôtes or small hotel with integrated restaurant space. The mixed-use zoning and existing infrastructure mean you can step straight into a hospitality venture, capitalise on growing eco-tourism, and enjoy year-round river and country living.

Ecological Features

The exterior spaces at Villa Ripaud showcase the property’s eco-credentials. The 30 solar panels are discreetly positioned to maximise sun exposure while minimising visual impact. The property’s well water system includes a pump house that draws from the natural aquifer, providing water for the property and sustainable irrigation for the gardens during the dry summer months.

Throughout the grounds, careful attention has been paid to working with the natural landscape, preserving native plant species, and creating habitats that support local wildlife, from pollinating insects to the birds of prey that soar above the Corbières hills.

Contact for Viewing & Enquiries

Villa Ripaud - €460,000

Experience all that Villa Ripaud has to offer. For more information or to schedule a private tour, please contact us at [email protected].

Villa Ripaud represents a unique opportunity to acquire a character property with immediate income potential in one of France’s most beautiful regions. The combination of eco-conscious features, versatile accommodation, and stunning natural setting makes this an exceptional investment for those seeking a sustainable lifestyle business in the heart of the Languedoc.

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