Versatile, Character Property in Ideal Situation

Property Description

WJust a short walk from the UNESCO-listed medieval Citadel of Carcassonne, this property enjoys an exceptional and highly sought-after location. The terrace offers stunning views across the city, making it a perfect spot to enjoy the famous Bastille Day fireworks.
Currently run as a successful guesthouse, the property features an unusual and versatile layout, allowing for multiple configurations depending on your project.

Ground floor:
A large garage accommodating up to 4 vehicles, plus 2 private parking spaces directly opposite — a rare advantage in this area.
There is also a self-contained studio with mezzanine and ample storage, ideal for rental use or private accommodation.

First floor:
Tastefully renovated, this level includes a separate kitchen, a bright living room and 3 bedrooms. A newly installed central heating and air-conditioning system ensures year-round comfort. Bathrooms have been recently updated.

From the living room, you access a private terrace — a real asset for a hospitality business.

Also located on the terrace level is a further independent studio (bedroom/living area with bathroom), providing ideal owner’s accommodation while maintaining guest privacy, or offering additional rental income.

Thanks to its prime location and flexible layout, the property is perfectly suited to continuing a guesthouse or short-term rental business (subject to necessary permissions), while benefiting from separate owner’s quarters below.

Carcassonne attracts international visitors year-round and can be reached from the airport without a car. With its rich medieval heritage, shops and restaurants, nearby lake, the Canal du Midi, mountains and Mediterranean coast all within an hour, this is a prime location for both lifestyle and income potential.

A rare opportunity to acquire a character property with established income possibilities in one of the region’s most desirable settings.

The property has been used as a gite business. Carcassonne is a perfect location for city break and can be visited without needing a car from the airport.

It is walking distance to 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites (the Citadel of Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi) as well as numerous shops and restaurants, sports and entertainment with mountains and the Mediterranean both 60mins away.

Transportwise, Carcassonne has an international airport, major train station and is on the motorway making it highly accessible and a great place to live or holiday.

Bedrooms5
Bathrooms5
N° rooms8
Habitable space206 m2
Plot size233 m2
Condition Good
Neighbours Close
Main drainage
Heating Air-conditioning, Electric
Income potential Yes
Tax fonciere €4,436

Energy performance certificate

Realised: 12 December 2025

Estimated annual energy expenditure for typical use between €1750 and €2440.

Energy performance - C
Gass emission - A