Clé France

Many people ask us to suggest properties that have income potential or properties suitable for a B&B style venture, we have a lot that fit that purpose, but it is surprising how many people don't start with the location?

It is an old adage but "location, location, location" is never more apt than when you are looking to start a 'host style" business, the B&B may well be in a nice property and you may be the best Host in the world but will people want to visit you in your location? what is there to do? where is there to go?

I know of a great little B&B just a few kilometres from Mont St Michel, so it's a great location. 

Before starting up a B&B it is essential to know the market you will be aiming for.

Property viewing trippers, Business trips, International, Family holidays? Romantic breaks? Hen nights or Stag weekends?

Sleepy village, busy town or coastal?

Are you going basic one-night stopovers or high end?

The location of your B&B, its decor and layout must be geared towards the type of guest you hope to attract.

Do your research, see what else is on offer, what kind of B&B’s are doing well, which are not and check out prices they charge. You don’t want to price yourself out of the market and people don't always look for the cheapest rates so research as much as possible.

What kind of breakfast you serve can be an interesting issue, to you go 'full English' for British tourists who expect a full hot breakfast or do you go for continental or buffet style breakfasts because 'when in Rome'. There is so much to think of but focus in on location and do your research!

This one is in a good location, set in a 'medieval' town slap bang in the middle of lots of things to see an do and a popular "House Hunting" location.

Blog submitted by: Alex at Cle France.