Charming Former Winegrower’s House with Gîtes, Glamping And 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.
