Exceptional 17th Century Convent, Chapel & Hotel Complex in the Heart of Historic Barjac.

Located in the heart of the beautiful Renaissance village of Barjac, this remarkable former Capuchin convent occupies an exceptional position just steps from the famous market square. Barjac is one of the Gard's most sought-after tourist destinations, perfectly positioned between the Cévennes National Park, the Ardèche Gorges, Uzès and the Mediterranean coast. The village is renowned for its weekly market, lively cafés, restaurants and internationally recognised antique fairs held twice a year, attracting visitors from across Europe. Rich in history and architectural heritage, Barjac offers an exceptional quality of life while benefiting from year-round tourism. This unique property represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the region's most iconic historic buildings with outstanding commercial, hospitality and event potential.

Richard Singer of Leggett Immobilier International is delighted to present this exceptional property, a magnificent 17th-century former Capuchin convent and chapel, carefully restored and transformed into an impressive hotel and restaurant complex while preserving its remarkable architectural character and historical significance.

Occupying approximately 2,000 m² over four levels, this unique property combines exceptional heritage with an outstanding commercial opportunity. The sale concerns the buildings only, with the existing business assets and goodwill to be negotiated separately.

The garden level opens directly onto the beautifully landscaped grounds and offers an impressive 100 m² vaulted reception hall, a 54 m² dance hall, a 120 m² terrace, professional kitchen, workshop, storage areas and a bar/office.

Within the gardens is a second fully equipped restaurant with its own professional kitchen and attractive Balinese and Thai-inspired dining areas, offering seating for approximately 400 guests indoors and 600 guests outdoors, making the property perfectly suited for weddings, conferences, private functions and large-scale events.
The principal entrance opens onto an extraordinary 37-metre vaulted corridor, leading to a second spectacular 100 m² reception room, reception office and breakfast area. The original Capuchin kitchen has been beautifully preserved with many authentic period features. A magnificent 600 m² terrace extends from this level overlooking the gardens.

Accommodation currently comprises:
• 6 hotel bedrooms, including:
o 3 Superior rooms with bath and shower
o 3 Standard rooms with shower
• 7 self-contained apartments, consisting of:
o 2 duplex apartments with independent entrances
o 3 newly created apartments on the upper floor
o 2 spacious apartments located in a separate stone-built Mazet within the courtyard

The magnificent 350 m² chapel is undoubtedly one of the property's finest features. Rich in history and beautifully preserved, it provides an exceptional venue for exhibitions, concerts, cultural events, weddings or conferences.
The mature gardens are accessed through impressive historic gateways and feature specimen trees, a historic bamboo grove and a spring-fed ornamental carp lake, creating a peaceful and elegant setting for guests.

The property has benefited from extensive renovation works including upgraded electrical installations and quality finishes throughout, whilst maintaining the authenticity and grandeur of this remarkable historic monument.
This exceptional estate offers enormous flexibility. It is perfectly suited to continue operating as a boutique hotel and restaurant, whilst offering significant potential for expansion into luxury hospitality, wellness retreats, weddings, seminars, cultural events or exclusive private accommodation.

Opportunities to acquire a property of such historical importance, commercial potential and architectural beauty are exceptionally rare. Situated in one of southern France's most attractive tourist destinations, this is a truly outstanding investment offering with considerable scope for future development.

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Information about risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website : https://www.georisques.gouv.fr