A French Chateau as a Home and Business Opportunity

Moving to France is a lifestyle choice for most expats, and finding a property that can serve as both a home and a source of income is the perfect way to begin a new adventure and achieve the change that so many people crave.

When it comes to running a business from your home in France, the possibilities are endless. The key is finding the right place, and we have fabulous châteaux on My-French-House.com, which might be just what you’re looking for. Some are already thriving businesses, whereas others offer massive potential for anyone with a bit of passion and imagination.

Making Money from your French Château

One of the obvious ways to earn an income from your new family home is to run a gîte business/chambres d’hôtes or a wedding venue, and share your surroundings with holidaymakers and visitors who are keen for a flavour of your relaxed way of life.

Suppose you have a particular hobby or passion. In that case, you might want to combine this with your business, for example, artist/writing retreats or a cookery school that makes the most of the supply of fresh, seasonal produce on your doorstep, just like American Trish is doing in the Pyrénées mountains.

We have helped people buy properties with the intention of earning an income from various activities, including fishing, fruit growing, sports coaching, kennels and catteries, crafts, design, technology, teaching and writing, to name a few. Some are looking to invest in real estate development in up-and-coming areas in major cities around the country.

Some operate websites that earn them income all year round, for example, from foreign currency, for those who already have a blog, a busy website or special château events, like La Nuit des Châteaux in the autumn.

A Home with Land for Horses

If you love horses, we can help you find a chateau or a farm property with land or equestrian facilities.  Property with land is far more affordable in France than in the UK and other parts of Europe, which makes it much easier to find somewhere that gives you and your horses space to enjoy the great outdoors. Some of our equestrian properties already operate as profitable holiday businesses with hunting, camping and other outdoor pursuits attracting visitors all year round.

Castles Under the Hammer

Some of our châteaux, luxury homes, and business opportunities are available through auction, and we are seeing more sellers using this route to market their properties. If you find an auction property you like, we can share our knowledge and expertise to help you evaluate it and prepare for the bidding process, advising you at every stage. 

The key message is not to be put off by the fact that a property is being sold by auction; instead, talk to us about arranging a viewing and preparing your offer. We’ve not had many auction properties recently, but keep an eye on our listings.