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$449,900
ULS: 22287005

Two or more storey house for sale
43 Rue Notre-Dame, Cap-Chat

The famous Maison Russel awaits you, come make your dreams of a new life or retirement a reality! Its 3,590 square feet of living space, with its exclusive charm, will captivate you with 9-foot ceilings featuring exposed beams and original Versailles-style floors. The property includes a huge insulated garage, 6 bedrooms, 4 sunrooms, and 2½ bathrooms. Located just steps from the ocean and its endless beaches and very close to the famous Chic-Chocs Mountains, it's a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. The municipality allows short-term Airbnb rentals for the next owner-occupant. Come live your dream!
Sale with exclusion(s) of legal warranty - See listing broker(s)
Number of rooms 22
Living area 3,590 ft²

Property features

6 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Powder room

Nestled in the heart of Cap-Chat's breathtaking landscape in Haute-Gaspésie, where the sea meets the Chic-Choc Mountains, discover this majestic 3,590-square-foot property offering the perfect blend of residential living and a premier business opportunity.
Overlooking the endless maritime panorama of the St. Lawrence River and infused with the unique wind-swept energy that characterizes this corner of the country, this mixed-use residence has been meticulously designed to offer absolute private comfort while operating an active, high-end lodging service (bed-and-breakfast style / short-term rentals permitted).
The property features living spaces bathed in natural northern light, including a grand reception room, a cozy dining room, and seamlessly flowing common areas. The guest wing offers four exclusive bedrooms, each with its own private veranda, providing spectacular views of the sea, the surrounding mountains, and the historic bell tower.
A detailed financial analysis and precise tax modeling report (commercial prorated share established and documented at 36.48% or 41.36%) is available to serious buyers, therefore there will be no TPS or TVQ due at purchase.
Experience the exclusivity of an exceptional heritage property set against the vast expanse of the Gaspé Peninsula. Private viewings by financial prequalification only.

INFO:
6 bedrooms
2 1/2 bathrooms
Slow combustion fireplace and wood stove
Easy to insure
Water heater 2025 (Smith Proline master commercial grade), Central vacuum cleaner 2024 and accessories (Cyclovac H725)
Roofing 2024
Hard wood floors and ceramic on first and second storey
Complete interior painting 2024
Chimney sweeping 2024
Refurbished water heating system and repaired boiler 2024
3 convectors 2024
2 water outlets updated
Sealing of all windows 2024
Electric panel has available inputs for spa and heated pool
Insulated garage of 34 x 18 feet finished in aluminum on the inside, separate 100 AMP electrical panel, welding outlet, cement slab, 7-foot-high double doors

Short-term rental with CITQ license to operate a bed and breakfast (the buyer can operate a bed and breakfast if they live in the house), Year-round tourists (summer because of the sea and hiking in the Chic-Chocs, and winter because of skiing in the Chic-Chocs).

Located 2 minutes from the sea
In front of a convenience store and the Caisse populaire Desjardins
Next to the church
20 minutes from the entrance to Parc de la Gaspésie
52 minutes from the Chic Chocs (skiing and snowmobiling)
42 minutes from Mont Albert (hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing)
49 minutes from Matane (shopping centers, etc.)
1 hour from Mont Castor (skiing)


Cap-Chat, a rock resembling a cat, is said to be the origin of the name Cap Chat. Its inhabitants are called Cap-Chatien or Cap-Chatienne.

Dimensions 34' X 34' irr.
Year constructed 1922
Living area 3,590 ft²
Windows PVC
Window Type Casement
Siding Pressed fibre
Roofing Asphalt shingles
Garage Aluminium interior, Detached, Double width or more
Washer/Dryer (installation) Laundry room (RC)
Basement 6 feet and more, Unfinished
Lot size 93' X 197' irr.
Lot area 18,389 ft²
Water (access) Access (MER)
Topography Sloped, Flat
View View of the water
Driveway Asphalt
Parking (total) Driveway (6), Garage (2)
Proximity Alpine skiing, Cross-country skiing, Daycare centre, Park, Highway, Ocean, Elementary school
Hall
Level: 1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions: 12'4" X 10'6"
Flooring: Ceramic
Details:
Storage
Level: 1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions: 6'4" X 3'
Flooring: Ceramic
Details:
Living room
Level: 1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions: 20'6" X 15'7"
Flooring: Wood
Details: Wood stove slow combustion
Dining room
Level: 1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions: 22'4" X 12'
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Salle à manger avec mini cuisine
Level: 1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions: 16'9" X 7'10"
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Kitchen
Level: 1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions: 17' X 11'
Flooring: Ceramic
Details:
Solarium - salle de lavage
Level: 1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions: 11'5" X 9'11"
Flooring: Ceramic
Details:
Powder room
Level: 1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions: 5' X 2'9"
Flooring: Ceramic
Details:
Bedroom
Level: 2nd level
Dimensions: 12'11" X 14'3"
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Bedroom
Level: 2nd level
Dimensions: 16'11" X 12'2"
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Veranda
Level: 2nd level
Dimensions: 13' X 4' irr.
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Bedroom
Level: 2nd level
Dimensions: 13'4" X 11'11"
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Veranda
Level: 2nd level
Dimensions: 11'10" X 7'6"
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Bedroom
Level: 2nd level
Dimensions: 10'4" X 8'6"
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Veranda
Level: 2nd level
Dimensions: 10'3" X 7'4"
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Bathroom
Level: 2nd level
Dimensions: 16'6" X 7' irr.
Flooring: Ceramic
Details:
Office
Level: 3rd level
Dimensions: 10' X 11'8"
Flooring: Wood
Details:
Bedroom
Level: 3rd level
Dimensions: 16' X 10'
Flooring: Laminate floor
Details:
Bedroom
Level: 3rd level
Dimensions: 14'5" X 13'2"
Flooring: Laminate floor
Details:
Walk-in closet
Level: 3rd level
Dimensions: 6'7" X 5'6"
Flooring: Laminate floor
Details:
Bathroom
Level: 3rd level
Dimensions: 9'2" X 3'6"
Flooring: Ceramic
Details:
Storage
Level: Basement 1
Dimensions: 34' X 34'
Flooring: Concrete
Details: Wood stove
Heating System Electric baseboard units, Hot water
Heating Energy Wood, Electricity, Hot water
Fireplace-Stove Wood fireplace, Wood stove
Property or unit amenity Central vacuum cleaner system installation, Private yard
Water Supply Municipality
Sewage System Municipality

Financial details

Municipal assessment (2025)

Lot assessment
$ 24,300
Building assessment
$ 269,300
Total
$ 293,600

Taxes

Municipal (2025)
$ 4,500
School (2025)
$ 200
Total
$ 4,700

Inclusions

Dishwasher, all blinds, all light fixtures, 2024 water heater (Smith Proline master commercial grade), wood stove and remaining wood, 2024 central vacuum cleaner and accessories (Cyclovac H725) and possibility to purchase certain furniture upon request.

Exclusions

All personal belongings of seller

Desjardins

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