***BUSINESS FOR SALE***
Charming Former Winegrower’s House with Gîtes, Glamping & Expansion Potential.
10 minutes from Carcassonne, with airport and motorway connections.
Set in the picturesque village of Preixan (11250), this unique 250 m² property on 1,900 m² of land offers a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established tourism business with a proven track record. Trading successfully for 20 years as a popular gîte d’étape / hostel with excellent ratings (+90% on Hostelworld, +80% on Booking.com), the business has been temporarily paused for personal reasons – making it perfectly positioned for a smooth and immediate restart.
Property Features
Main House & Gîtes:
Maison de Vigneron – 3 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms, living room, kitchen (single-storey)
Le Pressoir – 2 bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms, living room, kitchen (single-storey)
Maison Écurie – 3 bedrooms, shower room, living room, kitchen (two-storey)
Glamping Zone:
4 charming wooden chalets
Dedicated sanitary block (3 showers, 2 WC, 3 sinks)
Outdoor Space:
Landscaped gardens (975 m²)
Additional building plot of 850 m² at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac (electric meter in place) – ideal for new accommodation, a private residence, or business expansion
The Village
Preixan offers daily essentials and a friendly community
Small supermarket, post office, hairdresser, primary school, and a restaurant (currently closed).
Public transport: Bus line H to Carcassonne, and line 402 to Limoux, Quillan, Axat – subsidised at just €1.50 per trip.
History & Business Potential
Operated as a thriving hostel/gîte d’étape from 2000–2020
Consistently strong reviews and loyal repeat visitors
Temporarily closed during COVID, then used for long-term furnished rentals (3 units at €750–€800/month) until 2023
All infrastructure is in place to restart immediately as:
A gîte d’étape / hostel
Holiday rentals
Glamping site
Or a mix of long- and short-term rentals
An exceptional turnkey opportunity in the heart of the Aude, with scope for growth.
Our helpful team are on hand to answer any queries and concerns you may have.
