Lacaze, Midi-Pyrénées 81330

Timber-framed house: Former residence of the arquebusier of the Château LACAZE (81330): Small Character City of Tarn In the heart of the medieval village of Lacaze, classified as a Small Character City of Tarn, lies this authentic half-timbered house, former residence of the arquebusier of the Château des Comtes de Bourbon Malause, the castle visible directly from the house. A place rich in history: the castle was the seat of the county of Henri de Bourbon Malause, godson of King Henry IV. Nestled in the Monts de Lacaune, the house benefits from an exceptional natural environment, only: - 1h30 from Toulouse - 45 min from Albi - 45 min from Castres - At the gates of the Sidobre, Tarns iconic natural site Property description Village house on three levels + cellar, comprising: - Ground floor: a large space that can serve as a workshop, commercial space, flea market, art gallery, artisanal shop or wellness area. Ideal in a tourist village with a castle, museum, gîte, restaurant, grocery, post office, bus and shops nearby. - 1st floor: a fully refreshed level, ready to be renovated. - 2nd floor: three rooms to refresh according to your projects. - Basement: healthy cellar. - Parking space right in front of the house. Each floor has its own entrance hall, making it easy to create an apartment per level. Exceptional carpentry The attic reveals a rare traditional framework, consisting of: - mortised arch braces, - counter-arched wind for stress relief, - period joints, stamps and massive tie beams. A true masterpiece of 16th-17th century carpenters know-how. Heating - High-efficiency pellet stove - Two fireplaces with open inserts: Warm and authentic atmosphere Work to be done The house requires updating of the upper floors, insulation, joinery, interior modernization. The ground floor offers immediate commercial potential. The 1st floor is already renovated. The other levels need refreshing according to your wishes. Excellent rental potential Lacaze lacks housing and has strong rental demand. You could consider: - Airbnb, short-term rental (tourist village) - Long-term rental (high local demand) - Creation of 2 or 3 apartments - Primary or secondary residence - Professional project + dwelling (workshop + living space) Highlights - Authentic half-timbered house - Former residence of the château arquebusier - View of Château des Comtes de Bourbon Malause - Village classified as Small Character City - Exceptional historic carpentry - Ground-floor commercial space - Immediate proximity: post office, bus, grocery, restaurant, gîte, museum, castle - Parking space opposite - Huge potential: residence, commerce, gîte, workshops, rental A rare property, rich in history, offering unique potential in an exceptional medieval and natural setting. (10.00% gross buyers fees.)