Description
ALBI - Just 10 minutes from the historic centre of Albi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this beautifully restored farmhouse offers a true haven of peace in the heart of the Tarn countryside, set within more than 5 hectares of land.
Currently operated successfully as a bed and breakfast, the property already generates a steady and attractive turnover, primarily from accommodation. This provides a solid foundation for anyone wishing to combine an excellent quality of life with strong business potential.
The scope for further development is considerable: it would be easy to add a restaurant or table d'hôtes, to create event spaces for weddings or seminars (the barn could be converted), or to organise yoga and wellness retreats with external partners.
The location, on the outskirts of Albi, is a major advantage. It allows for activity throughout the year, supported by vibrant cultural, heritage and business tourism - notably thanks to Albi's Sainte-Cécile Cathedral, the exhibition centre and the many fairs and events that attract visitors and conference-goers. The surrounding area also offers numerous excursions, including the Château du Bosc, and the picturesque villages of Ambialet, Monestiés and Cordes-sur-Ciel.
The estate is arranged around three main buildings - the owners' house, the guest house, and a barn - set around two charming courtyards.
The first courtyard provides parking for several vehicles, while the second, private and convivial, opens onto the heated swimming pool (11 x 5 m) and its pool house with pizza oven, a lovely covered dining area for summer meals, a raised terrace of around 50 sqm with open views over the surrounding countryside, and even an adjoining massage room.
The main house, facing south, offers around 220 sqm of living space, including a self-contained 55 sqm apartment with private terrace, currently used as a gîte.
The ground floor features a spacious living area of approximately 50 sqm with wood-burning stove and open-plan kitchen, a cosy sitting room of over 20 sqm, a study, WC, and utility room. Upstairs, a 45 sqm master suite includes a dressing area, full bathroom and separate WC, along with two further large bedrooms sharing a shower room and a walk-in wardrobe.
The guest house, which can be operated all year round, charms with its generous 80 sqm living area with wood-burning insert, opening directly onto the inner courtyard and the pool. It offers four air-conditioned suites of 27 to 35 sqm, each with private shower room and WC; two of them also benefit from south-west facing private terraces.
Finally, the outbuildings comprise a garage, a large barn with horse boxes, a former forge, a workshop, and an old dwelling that could be converted as required.
A complete property, remarkable for its setting, character and strong business potential - ready to continue its flourishing hospitality activity and to welcome new tourism or wellbeing projects.
WE DO SPEAK ENGLISH | WE SPREKEN OOK NEDERLANDS
Frederic BASTEMEIJER
Agence Hamilton Cordes-sur-Ciel, amongst the Plus Beaux Villages de France
Groupe Selection Habitat
All living spaces have recently been equipped with a heating system powered by two air-to-water heat pumps. The non-collective sanitation currently consists of two septic tanks with drainage.
