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)
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: EASY TO INSURE 6 bedrooms 2 1/2 bathrooms Slow combustion fireplace and wood stove 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.
Building details and property interior
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 and exterior features
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
Room details
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
Characteristics
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
(2026)
$ 4,554
School
(2026)
$ 200
Total
$ 4,754
Inclusions and exclusions
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)