Successful B&B in SW France, near Bergerac Airport

Successful B&B 20kms from Bergerac Airport

Unique Features
A recently refurbished, boutique guesthouse situated on the main square of a charming medieval village
Set in the stunning wine growing region of the Lot-et-Garonne
The property benefits from additional rental income from a successful commercial space
In 1961 the building was featured in the French movie Tout L'or Du Monde (All the Gold in the World) staring Rene Clair and Bourvil.
Close to three international airports - Bergerac, Toulouse and Bordeaux

Inside
The original building was a hotel for horse traders in the late 18th century, but for the last 40 years or so it has been a private family home. Its present owners purchased the property in 2006, and after giving it an extensive facelift they re-opened it as a boutique guest house in 2007. An established, recently refurbished, boutique guest house, in an enviable location that benefits from discerning clients and passing trade.

The house incorporates spacious owner's quarters including a living room, bedroom and separate bathroom. There is also scope to renovate the large attic and provide a further two bedrooms.Situated in the perfect location for wine lovers, there is also there is a large, well-established cellar that holds many historical secrets dating back beyond the 1920's.A successful commercial property adjoining the guesthouse provides an attractive additional monthly rental income that supplements the running expenses of the business.

Style: Elegant French-influenced décor flaunting stylish interior design.
Bedrooms: Five bedrooms, individually designed using a mix of contemporary and antique furnishings: 2 deluxe suites (with en suites), 2 standard doubles (with en suites) and one twin (with a private bathroom off the hallway).
Kitchens: A fully equipped, ground floor kitchen is decked out with a gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, crockery and cutlery, lots of catering equipment and an additional fridge/freezer in the garage.
Bathrooms: All the bathrooms are brand new (in 2007) and decked out to exacting standards, including toilets, showers, washbasins and natural light and ventilation. The en suite in the Chambre Rouge also houses a clawfoot bath. There is an additional WC on the first floor.
Reception Rooms: The dining room features a unique rose marble fireplace and comfortably seats 10 for intimate candlelit dinners and sumptuous breakfasts. (The current owners offer dinner on a request basis, which has proved to be very popular.) Leading off the dining room through French windows is a covered terrace area that is enjoyed extensively in the warmer months of the year. The cellar is currently used for wine storage only, but could easily be developed to make a perfect wine bar type area.
Practicalities: Bedrooms contain tea and coffee making facilities. A laundry in the garage comprises of an industrial Bosch washing machine and separate drier.
Facilities: None on-site, but Castillonnes boasts lakes for fishing and swimming, a swimming pool, 3 tennis courts, cinema, petanque and horse racing. As well as a weekly market (which has taken place every Tuesday since 1259), there are also local events held throughout the year.
Outside
There is a covered terrace with a BBQ and tables and chairs. The main suite also has its own cosy balcony complete with table and chairs