Are you searching for a property with income potential? Whether you’re looking to host yoga retreats, open a friendly B&B or glamping destination, or manage a collection of gîtes, you can enhance your quality of life and your financial stability by purchasing a property in France. Houses in France are, on average, 38% larger than those in the UK, so not only do you get more space for your money, but French properties can offer more income possibilities too. Check out our favourite properties for sale in France with a gite/business potential this month.
A fantastic opportunity to set up a gite business in the charming and much sought-after town of Aubeterre-Sur-Dronne, which has been a member of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France since 1993.
Breton stone house that offers a couple of income generation opportunities. Utilise the property’s large barn to set up a small holding, or convert it alongside the attached outbuilding (planning agreed) to create guest accommodation. Price: €202,000 Location: Plussulien, Côtes-d'Armor Special features: Outbuilding, large barn, woodburner, large garden, orchard, courtyard Close to: 5 min drive to nearest amenities in the town of Corlay, 90 min drive to Quimper airport, 90 min drive to St Malo port.
Lovely, ready to move in house, with large garden and gite, not far from the picturesque town of Argentan with its historic castle and pretty churches.
Beautiful renovated stone character house with the possibility to create guest accommodation. In a secluded location with no neighbours, just 25 minutes from the stunning north coast beaches of Brittany.
Price: €285,000 Location: Bégard, Côtes-d'Armor Special features: Spa jacuzzi, large garden, outbuildings Close to: 10 min drive to all amenities of Guingamp & St Brieuc (including schools), 25 min drive to Brittany beaches, one hour drive to Brest airport.
Three bedroom main house, plus fully renovated guest annexe, separate cottage, a fourth property in need of renovation and a large barn. And don’t forget the large swimming pool, workshop and outdoor dining area. If you are looking for a property with income potential or with lots of space for friends and family, this one ticks all of the boxes!
Price: €295,000 Location: Villefagnan, Charente Special features: Swimming pool, two barns, cottage, annexe, large garden. Close to: 5 min drive to all amenities in Villefagnan, 15 min drive to lively town of Ruffec and its popular weekly market, 40 min drive to Angoulême airport.
In the heart of rural Brittany, this complex with an acre of land offers a unique business opportunity. Located just 1 km from the friendly village of Saint-Connec, and a short drive to Mur de Bretagne, the property is also close to Lac de Guerledan, a popular tourist destination.
Price: €446,000 Location: Saint-Connec, Côtes-d'Armor Special features: Swimming pool, various accommodation including five houses and a campsite, bar, games room Close to: Short walk to local village amenities, 10 min drive to lively town of Mur de Bretagne, 1 hour 15 min drive to Rennes airport.
This beautifully restored traditional property, nestled on the edge of the charming village of Frayssinet-le-Gelat, offers a peaceful retreat with original features. Within walking distance of local amenities, it comprises the main house with three bedrooms, and a well-appointed gite with two bedrooms. A barn, swimming pool, and extensive land with garden, field, and woodland complete the picture. Conveniently located near Prayssac and various transportation options.
Price: €449,900 Location: Frayssinet-le-Gélat, Lot Special features: Swimming pool, pool house and summer kitchen, outbuildings, large garden, well, ornamental pond Close to: Walking distance to the pretty village of Frayssinet-le-Gelat, one hour drive to Bergerac airport.
Le Petit Manoir is located in the picturesque Montluçon region in central France, just 100m from the spa facilities of Evaux-les-Bains, the charming historic property offer six fully refurbished apartments, plus a small restaurant/tearoom and seating areas for guests. The excellent location places you near the spa, Parc aux Daims, Mini-Golf, and the town centre shops & restaurants.
Price: €468,000 Location: Evaux-les-Bains, Creuse Special features: Guest accommodation, tearoom Close to: Walking distance to town amenities including the famous spa facilities, 1hr 20 min drive to the underrated city of Clermont-Ferrand and its airport.
Nestled within its own woodland and set on 8741m2 of land, this large property could serve as a peaceful rural retreat with fruit trees and a cottage garden, or it could be transformed into gites, glamping, or an events venue (subject to permissions).
Price: €495,000 Location: Saissac, Aude Special features: Outbuildings, large garden, woodland, allotment, fruit trees Close to: 10 min drive to village amenities, 40 min drive to Carcassonne, one hour drive to Toulouse, just over an hour drive to Mediterranean beaches.
Located at the end of a picturesque hamlet, this charming Quercy-style house with guest accommodation, a sunny terrace with panoramic countryside views and a swimming pool, is not far from the many delights of Provence. Offering potential for a gite business, subject to permissions.
Price: €666,750 Location: Sauzet, Lot Special features: Swimming pool, historic details such as a vaulted ceiling in the dining room, summer kitchen, covered terrace, good size garden. Close to: Walking distance to village amenities, 15 minute drive to towns of Prayssac and Montcuq, 30 minutes drive to Cahors.
Dreamy stone property, only 8 km from Beaumontois en Périgord, that exudes character and offers original features. With multiple terraces, lush gardens with private seating areas, and a 12m x 6m pool, plus a separate cottage, built with reclaimed stones. Ideal for gatherings and income potential.
Price: €901,000 Location: Beaumont-du-Périgord, Dordogne Special features: Swimming pool, large garden, cottage, two lakes, boules court, period features. Close to: 10 min drive to Beaumontois en Périgord, 30 min drive to Bergerac, one hour drive to Sarlat-la-Canéda.
Eight hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens surround this stunning castle, ideal for events and gîte rentals. The chateau retains its original architecture, with two grand living rooms, and multiple libraries on the ground floor, and six royal bedrooms (five with ensuite facilities) upstairs. A heated saltwater pool, jacuzzi, and lovely gardens offer enchanting outdoor spaces, and three gîtes provide additional accommodations, ideal for various group sizes.
Price: €1,990,000 Location: Neons-sur-Creuse, Indre Special features: Heated saltwater pool, jacuzzi, large enchanting gardens (truly a gardener’s dream!), multiple guest accommodation, period details, miniature wendy house for children Close to: 10 min drive to the village of Tournon-Saint-Pierre and amenities, one hour drive to Poitiers.
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