Established Gite Business In South West France For Sale

Business description

Situated in the Haute Gironde, bordering the Charente Maritime (France's second most sunniest region), this business comprising owner's accomodation plus three fully equipped gites will appeal to anyone looking for a change of lifestyle with a walk-in business. Established in 2004 to cater for professional couples or the more mature client looking for a peaceful holiday without the disruption of children. Most gite businesses are family orientated and launching this particular type was a gamble but it has gone from strength to strength and, with many repeat visits, has definitely found its niche in the market. Guests enjoy relaxing around the 12m*6m pool, cycling through the surrounding vineyards, sampling the excellent wine from local chateaux or making day trips to Bordeaux, St Emilion, Cognac, La Rochelle etc which are all within easy driving distance. Reading my guest books will give you an idea of the success of this particular venture and the very pleasant lifestyle on offer. Easy motorway access and within an hour of Bordeaux international airport contribute to the property's popularity. Advertising is already in place for 2010 in leading brochures and websites and bookings are being taken. The property will be sold fully furnished and equipped for letting allowing for an easy changeover. Genuine reason for sale - owner retiring.

Property information

Real Estate:

Real Property Included

Living accommodation:

3 bedrooms, shower room, open plan kitchen/diner/sitting room

Location:

Situated in a small wine producing hamlet near the Gironde estuary yet within 5 minutes drive from shops, restaurants, market towns

Premises details:

3 bedroom owner's accomodation, 3 one bedroom gites, library/laundry room for guest use, 2 appartments for completion, large swimming pool with terrace and loungers, 6000m2 of land surrounding the property.

Other information

Expansion potential:

Completion of the 2 appartments would increase the letting potential

Competition / Market:

Absolutely no competition for this unusual 'adult only' formula

Support & training:

Current owner available to ease changeover (18 years experience in gite management)

Reasons for selling:

Moving to Cornwall for retirement

Trading hours:

available all year

Furniture / Fixtures value:

€25,000 (included in the asking price)