Renovated Eleven-Bedroom Manor House in Rabastens
€1,200,000€2,000/m²
Rabastens, Tarn, France
11
bedrooms
8
bathrooms
600 m²
interior
140,000 m²
plot
House
property type
Today
listed
The Habio take
AI summaryThis superb eleven-bedroom manor house, known as Le Phenix, boasts extensive gardens and woodland, set on a generous 14 hectares. Situated in Rabastens, just 30 minutes from Toulouse, it's ideal for both residential living and income generation as a guesthouse.
- garden
- rental income
- family
- quiet
- countryside
Highlights
- 11 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms
- Extensive grounds of 14 hectares
- Flexible living spaces for rentals
- Large saltwater swimming pool
- Proximity to Toulouse and amenities
- Low running costs and high insulation
Worth knowing
- Requires maintenance due to size of the property
- Potentially high upfront investment
Good fit for: Ideal for large families or investors looking for a versatile rental property.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 10
- Walkable
- 70
- Remote work
- 75
- Family
- 90
- Retirement
- 80
- Airport access
- 80
- Investment
- 85
- Luxury
- 80
- Value
- 70
About this place
Le Phenix is a recently renovated manor house located in Rabastens, France. Set within 35 acres of lush gardens and woodland, this impressive property consists of 11 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, offering a spacious 600 m² of living area. Originally built in 1802, the house has undergone a complete renovation since 2004, transforming it from a ruin into a versatile residence that can accommodate large families or be used as a rental business.
The property is designed to function either as a single expansive home or as two separate living units, making it suitable for summer rentals or chambre d’hôte. The main house features a semi-professional kitchen, multiple living areas, and a large playroom among its twelve rooms. Additionally, the property includes a well-equipped pool house, outdoor kitchen, and a 12m x 6m saltwater swimming pool. The thoughtfully designed layout allows for maximum occupancy of sixteen guests.
Rabastens itself offers several local amenities, including supermarkets, bakeries, and schools, with a vibrant community atmosphere highlighted by a well-known Saturday market. With convenient access to Toulouse and the picturesque Pyrenees, this manor house presents a remarkable opportunity for both living and income-producing potential in a charming French location.
What this place offers
- swimming pool
- air conditioning
- heating
- fireplace
- garage
- parking
- garden
- furnished
- storage
- internet
Where you’ll be
Rabastens, Tarn, France
Location is approximate — exact address is confirmed by the agent.
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France places no restrictions on foreign property ownership. The notaire (a public official, not a lawyer for either side) handles the conveyance and is paid by the buyer. A French bank account is strongly recommended for completion funds and ongoing charges.
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Make an offer
Offers are usually verbal or via the estate agent (agent immobilier). Once accepted, the agent drafts the offer letter.
- 2
Sign the compromis de vente
Preliminary contract setting price, conditions, and a 5–10% deposit held in escrow. Buyer has a 10-day statutory cooling-off period after signing.
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Engage a notaire
Buyer and seller can share one notaire or use separate ones at no extra cost — fees are fixed by law and split.
- 4
Searches & conditions
Notaire runs title, planning, and mortgage searches; mortgage conditions (clause suspensive) typically allow 45 days to secure financing.
- 5
Final funds & pre-completion
Transfer balance plus all notaire fees to the notaire's account a few days before signing.
- 6
Sign the acte de vente
Final deed signed at the notaire's office (in person or by power of attorney). Keys handed over.
- 7
Registration
Notaire registers the sale at the Service de la Publicité Foncière and sends the buyer a certified copy (attestation) within weeks; the full deed follows in 2–6 months.
No residency requirement to buy. Non-resident mortgages available from French banks, typically 70–80% LTV with stricter affordability checks. France abolished taxe d'habitation on primary residences (2023) but it still applies to second homes — and many communes now apply a surcharge of up to 60% on second homes in high-demand zones.
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