Income Producing 5 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Villefranche de Rouergue, Occitanie
This charming 5 bedroom 17th-century residence presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of French heritage - offering serenity as well as style.
New owners can choose to continue with the existing bed and breakfast activity or to enjoy the spacious house for family and friends.
Set in over 7 acres of beautiful farmland, the property enjoys absolute privacy with no immediate neighbours, creating an enchanting rural retreat.
Lovingly restored, the main house offers...
This charming 5 bedroom 17th-century residence presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of French heritage - offering serenity as well as style.
New owners can choose to continue with the existing bed and breakfast activity or to enjoy the spacious house for family and friends.
Set in over 7 acres of beautiful farmland, the property enjoys absolute privacy with no immediate neighbours, creating an enchanting rural retreat.
Lovingly restored, the main house offers 190m2 of character-filled living space, featuring five generous double bedrooms and four bathrooms.
At its heart lies a traditional country dining room and a bright living area, complete with a log-burning stove.
A sleek, modern kitchen blends seamlessly with the home's historic charm, while oak-framed, double-glazed windows showcase uninterrupted views of the surrounding hills.
Outside, the estate is a haven for nature lovers with landscaped gardens, a private orchard and a tranquil private lake. A salt water heated swimming pool and hot tub complete this picture of laid-back luxury.
Complementing the main house are a range of superb outbuildings: a vast 500m2 stone barn in excellent condition, a charming 25m2 stone bread oven (currently used as a commercial space) and a versatile 75m2 hangar.
Additional attic (190m2) and cellar space (190m2) offer exciting potential for further development, whether for extended living, hospitality or creative ventures.
This property is sold fully furnished and there is also the exciting possibility to acquire an additional agritourism business.
Perfect opportunity for those seeking a turnkey lifestyle investment in the south of France.
Combining peace, privacy, and authentic charm with modern comforts and commercial opportunity, this unique estate is perfectly suited to families, lifestyle seekers or entrepreneurs looking to make their French dream a reality.
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1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)
On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.
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