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I have been wanting to move to France for about 5 years. I own my own house but live with my partner who also has his own property. We have made several sorties to look at gites properties. It has finally dawned on me that he will never uproot as he enjoys his work here too much and he thinks we are too old to take risks (I am 51 and he 56). If I am to achieve my dream I will have to go it alone. The sale of my U.K. house would just about fund buying an 'up and running' gites business and it would have to provide my sole income. The questions are these: In practical terms can a business like this be run by one person? Do guests prefer to be looked after by a couple? Would it be too solitary? I would be most grateful for any opinions or to hear from anyone who has undertaken such a bold step themselves. Thanks - Flag