Discover your dream renovation project among our handpicked French treasures. From stone longères in Brittany to ancient barns in the Dordogne, these properties offer exceptional restoration opportunities bursting with potential. Starting from a mere €15,500, transform a rustic gem into your perfect countryside retreat, income-generating gîte, or charming boutique business.
Each property showcases quintessential French character—exposed beams, stone fireplaces, and generous land—all set within France's legendary landscapes. Whether you crave a riverside mill, a village maison de maître, or a countryside farmhouse, these properties offer the authentic French lifestyle with proximity to markets, châteaux, and world-class cuisine. Ready to embrace la belle vie while creating something truly special? This page is refreshed with new properties every six weeks—don't miss your chance to snag the next hidden gem!
This charming barn with attached house sits in a delightful hamlet, offering sweeping countryside views. While needing complete renovation, the ample 1311m² plot provides plenty of outdoor space to create your perfect rural retreat.
Price: €15,500 Location:Saint-Dizier-Leyrenne, Creuse Special features: Barn with attached house, extensive plot, stunning countryside views Close to: Local villages, rural walking trails, regional attractions of the Creuse region
Perched on the edge of picturesque Dégagnac, this stone barn promises a brilliant renovation opportunity. The 460m² plot features mature trees leading to a babbling stream, offering countryside tranquility with the village just a four-minute amble away.
Price: €38,000 Location:Dégagnac, Lot Special features: Stone construction, multi-storey potential, streamside setting, mature trees Close to: Village square with restaurant/bar, post office, shop and church; fishing lake with walking trails; Salviac (5km) and Gourdon (10km) for markets and additional amenities
Nestled near a tranquil stream, these two original stone longères with attached barns offer magnificent renovation possibilities. Set in wonderfully secluded countryside with overgrown grounds begging to be tamed, you'll enjoy peaceful rural living while being just minutes from village amenities.
Price: €57,900 Location: Pre-en-Pail-Saint-Samson, Mayenne, Pays de la Loire Special features: Two stone longères with large barns, stream boundary, double-glazed windows in House 1, town water supply, fiber optic availability Close to: Saint Samson village (1.6km), Pré-en-Pail with supermarket and facilities (2.7km), historic Carrouges Château (15km), Bagnoles de l'Orne spa town (26km)
This quietly located stone house oozes authentic charm and development potential. With a spacious 40m² living room and beautiful upstairs space, it's surrounded by an intimate, peaceful garden creating a private sanctuary. A delightful opportunity for old stone enthusiasts!
Price: €59,000 Location:Mayac, Dordogne Special features: Authentic stone construction, spacious living room, intimate garden, peaceful setting Close to: Local amenities, Excideuil area attractions, Dordogne countryside
PRICE REDUCED! This characterful old barn sits on a generous 1,017m² plot enclosed by traditional walls. With renovation permissions already granted, transform 132m² into your dream dwelling. Electricity connected and convenient location make this an exceptional opportunity in sunny Charente-Maritime.
Price: €66,600 Location:Courant, Charente-Maritime Special features: Enclosed walled plot, existing electricity, renovation permissions granted, original stone façade Close to: Atlantic coast beaches, picturesque villages including Vitrezay and Maison du Fier, sunny climate (second only to French Riviera)
This countryside charmer offers three floors of comfortable living space nestled in a picturesque village setting. The highlight is the delightful covered terrace across the lane – perfect for long summer evenings entertaining friends while soaking up authentic rural French ambience.
Price: €77,000 Location:Liorac-Sur-Louyre, Dordogne Special features: Three-storey layout, covered terrace, small stone outbuilding, versatile attic space
Close to: Rural attractions, village amenities, Dordogne countryside experiences
Occupying a truly magical position beneath an ancient château, this ready-to-renovate property offers enchanting riverside tranquility. With electricity and drainage already connected, transform the light-flooded spaces while enjoying nature all around – yet just minutes from Boussac's vibrant markets and welcoming community.
Price: €88,000 Location:Boussac, Creuse Special features: Riverside setting, château views, light-filled spaces, electricity and mains drainage connected Close to: Boussac town centre, weekly markets, restaurants, bars and essential commerce
Fancy yourself as the next Grand Designs superstar? This gorgeous stone property is your blank canvas! With massive rooms spread across two floors and nestled in over 2 hectares of tranquil French countryside, it's crying out for your creative vision. Currently uninhabitable (unless you're partial to camping indoors), but the potential is absolutely enormous!
Price: €95,150 Location:Saint-Martial-Sur-Isop, Haute-Vienne Special features: Stone construction, spacious rooms, enormous 2+ hectare plot, peaceful hamlet setting Close to: Two villages with amenities, Bellac (18km) with shops and rail connections, Limoges airport (50km) with UK flights
Calling all renovation enthusiasts! This spacious stone townhouse is bursting with period features crying out to be lovingly restored. From the magnificent 60m² living room with show stopping inglenook fireplace to the convertible attic space, it's a treasure trove of potential. And the cherry on top? Everything you need just a pleasant stroll away!
Price: €109,900 Location:Souillac, Lot Special features: Stone construction, inglenook fireplace, stone flooring, beams, independent garden access, convertible attic Close to: All shops and services within walking distance, Souillac town amenities, Lot region attractions
Ever dreamed of crafting your perfect mountain hideaway? This three-level barn in the stunning Alpes-Maritimes is your golden ticket. Complete with charming original fireplace and sitting on a generous 940m² plot, it's the alpine renovation project you've been pining for. Swap your ski boots for a tool belt and create something spectacular.
Price: €119,000 Location: Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée, Alpes-Maritimes Special features: Three-level layout, fireplace, substantial plot, mountain setting Close to: Alpine attractions, ski areas, Provence-Alpes-Cote D'Azur regional highlights
Just a stone's throw from picturesque Eymet, this renovation project promises magnificent potential. Set in 3230m² of enchanting wooded grounds with uninterrupted countryside views, the spacious interior awaits your personal touch – with ready-to-install joinery included to kickstart your transformation.
Price: €149,000 Location:Eymet, Dordogne Special features: Stone construction, wooded garden, unobstructed views, joinery included in price Close to: Eymet's restaurants and shops, Bergerac International Airport (under 30 minutes)
Set on a spectacular 1.67-hectare plot, this charming stone renovation project offers breathtaking possibilities. The solid construction provides the perfect canvas for creating your dream home, with a spacious attic begging to become a stunning master suite. Enjoy open countryside views without isolation.
Price: €194,400 Location:Fajoles, Lot Special features: Stone construction, expansive flat land, potential for pool/outbuildings, spacious attic
Close to: Medieval Gourdon (10 minutes), tourist hotspots, local amenities
This grand property offers extraordinary versatility in a vibrant village setting. With original parquet flooring, multiple wings providing endless configuration possibilities, and generous grounds, it's perfect for a boutique hotel, B&B or restaurant venture. A rare opportunity for the visionary investor!
Price: €199,000 Location: Duras, Lot-et-Garonne Special features: U-shaped layout, original parquet flooring, multiple wings, large garage, outbuildings Close to: Village amenities including bakery and schools, historic Duras (5 minutes), Bordeaux and international airport (1 hour)
Dreaming of the good life in rural France? This characterful farmhouse offers country living with potential. Perched between a traditional farmyard (complete with two garages) and a delightful garden, it features a workshop with a tantalising 72m² attic begging to be transformed. And that office downstairs? Hello, bedroom number five!
Price: €213,000 Location: Saint-Martial-de-Nabirat, Dordogne Special features: Terrace access from bedrooms, convertible 72m² attic, two garages, workshop space, pretty garden Close to: Saint-Martial-de-Nabirat village amenities, Dordogne attractions, beautiful countryside
Fancy owning your very own island kingdom? This extraordinary pre-1817 château sits majestically on its private island in the Vienne river, accessed via a personal track from Saint Sylvain bridge. With roofs recently replaced and cavernous rooms awaiting your vision, it's the ultimate blank canvas for grand dreams – boutique hotel, wedding venue, brew pub, or simply the most impressive home your friends will ever visit!
Price: €750,000 Location:L'Isle-Jourdain, Vienne Special features: Private island setting, historical château, new roofs (2015/2016), insulation, magnificent rooms, river views Close to: L'Isle-Jourdain amenities, Vienne River activities, Poitou-Charentes regional attractions
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