Beautifully situated in open countryside yet 1 minute from the extremely sought after small town of Montolieu. This exceptional estate extends over 22.5 acres in one plot, with 7.5 acres dedicated to truffle oaks as well as a water reservoir of +300 M² Enjoying an exceptional setting , located on the southern slope of the Montagne Noire, offering numerous shops, varied services, a medical centre, two schools (nursery and primary), a diversity of dynamic associations, a municipal swimming pool. A stone’s throw from the beautiful lakes of the Montagne Noire; privileged region with its numerous hiking and mountain biking trails. The city of Carcassonne and its airport are only 20/25 minutes away. This large property consists of a period Manor House (200 M²) with private garden, its terrace enjoying beautiful views, as well as two independent gîtes, complete with numerous outbuildings offering endless possibilities, whether for storing vehicles, workshops, gym/games room, or even the creation of additional accommodation. With 360 m² of living space and 1,000 m² of buildings, this property offers generous accommodation. Also enjoy the private swimming pool, far from prying eyes, ideal for relaxation. The main house will welcome you with a large living room, an office or bedroom opening onto an interior courtyard, equipped kitchen, utility room, the beautiful terrace with a view of the majestic driveway leading to the property, three bedrooms upstairs, and a convertible attic. The cottages (76 and 73 M²) include a living room, a kitchen area, two or three bedrooms and a bathroom, each with its own terrace and independent access. Facilities including gas central heating, log burner, electric heating in the gites, 2 wells, water reservoir, truffle oak plantation. Single-glazed wooden joinery with wooden shutters, and numerous outbuildings to rehabilitate. The idyllic location, the proximity to shops, the captivating views, as well as the untapped potential of the truffle oaks and the gîtes make this property a real pearl to discover! General updating is necessary, in particular double glazing, insulation and septic tank. CARCASSONNE: 25 min, TOULOUSE: 1 hour 15 minutes