{"id":51782,"date":"2023-03-08T09:31:32","date_gmt":"2023-03-08T08:31:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/?p=51782"},"modified":"2025-04-28T14:42:25","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T12:42:25","slug":"official-classification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/official-classification\/","title":{"rendered":"France&#8217;s official rental rating: complete guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><strong>In France, just like there is a rating system for hotels, there is also one for rental chalets.<\/strong> <strong>Based on a list of criteria, inspectors will award your chalet a star rating from 1-5.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So, is it worth doing? We teamed up with David Ducoin, who represents the classification board <a href=\"https:\/\/www.2bgqualite.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2 B & G Qualit\u00e9<\/a> to answer the following questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What is the classification system in France?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why is there a classification system in place?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What are the advantages of obtaining an official classification?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What\u2019s the process?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read on for the complete guide\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-official-classification-rating-system-in-france\">What is the official classification rating system in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The official classification is a <strong>voluntary process<\/strong> for the owner of the holiday rental property and is an opportunity to <strong>optimise rentals.<\/strong> However, it is <strong>by no means compulsory<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The classification awards a star rating from 1* to 5*. To achieve a star rating, you must meet a certain amount of the 130 criteria, which are categorised into 3 groups:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Equipment<\/strong> \u2013 50% of the points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Services<\/strong> \u2013 30% of the points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sustainability<\/strong> \u2013 20% of the points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-the-rating-system-work\">How does the rating system work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The classification is<strong> based on a point system<\/strong>, with each requirement assigned a number of points. Some conditions are \u201cmandatory\u201d, and others are \u201coptional\u201d or \u201c\u00e0 la carte\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To achieve a certain rating, you <strong>must score a number of \u201ccompulsory\u201d points and a number of \u201coptional\u201d points for th<\/strong>e <strong>desired category.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A certain number of prerequisites apply to<strong> all properties<\/strong>\u00a0regarding <strong>quality and standards.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rating process is a <strong>standard nationwide procedure<\/strong>, which applies to <strong>all types of properties<\/strong>. For example, the criteria are the same for a villa in the south of France, a luxury chalet in the Alps or an apartment in the centre of Paris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"69968\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Hot tub at Chalet Beau Caillou - 5 star property in Saint Gervais\" class=\"wp-image-69968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL18-RJ-1140x855.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"69970\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Snowy exterior of Chalet Beau Caillou\" class=\"wp-image-69970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-230209-EL20-RJ-1140x855.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"69972\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Living room at Chalet Beau Caillou\" class=\"wp-image-69972\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2189-BeauCaillou-221111-JG21-RJ-1140x855.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">This property for 14 in Saint-Gervais, with hot tub and sauna, is rated 5-star.<div><div style=\"text-align: left;\"><font color=\"#f9f8f7\" face=\"open sans, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 24px; white-space: normal;\"><\/span><\/font><\/div><span style=\"color: rgb(249, 248, 247); font-family: &quot;open sans&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: left; white-space: normal; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5);\"><\/span><\/div><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is there an official classification in place?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are various advantages to getting an official classification for your rental property, which we\u2019ll cover later in this post. But, <strong>why does the official classification exist?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, it provides a<strong> clear indication of the standards <\/strong>of the property for guests when they are booking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 star: simple but adequate accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 stars: comfortable accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 stars: very comfortable accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 stars: very comfortable, high-quality accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5 stars: very high-standard accommodation in a luxurious setting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"57725\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Living room at Zaru Lodge with fireplace and mountain views\" class=\"wp-image-57725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int25-RJ.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"65394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Indoor swimming pool at Zaru Lodge\" class=\"wp-image-65394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int1RJ-1140x855.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"57087\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Dining room at Zaru Lodge with mountain views\" class=\"wp-image-57087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2151-zaru-211208-EL-Int23RJ.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">This luxury chalet for 14 with a pool, hammam and sauna in La Clusaz<strong> <\/strong>is rated 4-star.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What are the advantages of obtaining an official classification?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A rated chalet is <strong>officially recognised and awarded a score in line with national standards. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, two properties could be the same standard and offer the same facilities, but the property <strong>with <\/strong>an official classification will benefit from more commercial and financial advantages, such as\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Tax deduction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The income from a classified furnished tourist accommodation benefits from a <strong>flat-rate deduction of 71% <\/strong>(instead of 50%) if it does not exceed 23,000\u20ac excluding tax (based on the 2022 threshold) for the non-professional furnished accommodation owner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If an owner opts for the <strong>micro-enterprise regime<\/strong>, the turnover ceiling is increased to \u20ac<strong>170,000<\/strong> per year instead of \u20ac70,000 for unclassified furnished accommodation. Social security charges are reduced to <strong>6%<\/strong> instead of 12.8% and the tourist tax is fixed as opposed to a percentage of the amount of the stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"69983\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Exterior shot of Chalet Bellanis in Morzine\" class=\"wp-image-69983\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220611-sumext02-1-1140x855.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"69985\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Exterior shot of the sunny terrace at Chalet Bellanis in Morzine\" class=\"wp-image-69985\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-221218-JG-Ext26RJ-1-1140x855.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"69981\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Living room with grey sofas at Chalet Bellanis in Morzine\" class=\"wp-image-69981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2085-Bellanis-220831-summer-EL15-RJ-1-1140x855.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">4-star property in Morzine for 11 with a sunny balcony and valley views.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Tourist tax\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tourist tax or \u201ctaxe de s\u00e9jour\u201d is determined by the local Mairie (town council) and is charged <strong>per adult per night.<\/strong> (Some online travel agents will charge for children as well.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note that the higher the star rating of a property, the higher the taxe de s\u00e9jour. However, a non-rated property will automatically pay the highest rate of taxe de s\u00e9jour regardless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find out how much taxe de s\u00e9jour you need to pay <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/It is important to note that the higher the star rating of a property, the higher the taxe de s\u00e9jour. However, a non-rated property will automatically pay the highest rate of taxe de s\u00e9jour regardless.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Marketing benefits<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Obtaining a classification property increases trust from holidaymakers, as your property is certified with Atout France and listed on the local Tourist Office websites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The official classification is a national reference that is <strong>clear and easily identifiable<\/strong> by guests who can quickly and clearly understand the level of equipment and comfort the property offers. 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Clusaz.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the process for obtaining an official classification?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on<strong> 2 B & G Qualit\u00e9\u2019s <\/strong>process, here\u2019s what you can expect\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The owner or\u00a0<strong>\u201cmandataire\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0sends the representative the completed\u00a0<strong>\u201cdemande de classement\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(a document containing essential information such as the property\u2019s address, owner\u2019s contact details, capacity, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The owner chooses the star rating that fits the property best, based on the\u00a0<strong>\u201cr\u00e9f\u00e9rentiel\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(a document outlining the minimum requirements for each star rating).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once completed, the representative issues a contract.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the contract is signed and returned, a visit date is scheduled. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The visit takes place <strong>at the property<\/strong> (never online). The chalet can be closed\/unoccupied and beds do not have to be made for the visit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In many cases, the star rating can be confirmed at the end of the visit, however, if there are missing elements, then the owner\/\u2018mandataire\u2019 has three weeks to meet the standards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the month following the inspection of the property rental, the inspection agent sends the owner (or his representative) a visit certificate which includes 3 documents, the models of which can be downloaded from the website\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/classement.atout-france.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>classement.atout-france.fr<\/strong><\/a>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the inspection report,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the inspection grid duly completed by the agent,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a proposal for a classification decision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The owner (or his representative) has fifteen days to refuse the classification proposal for classification. Once this period has elapsed, the classification is acquired.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The\u00a0<strong>\u201cdossier<\/strong>\u201d (application file) is then sent to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.2bgqualite.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>2 B & G Qualit\u00e9<\/strong><\/a>, who registers the classification with the local authority.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The owner then receives the certificate of classification and a letter from the director of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.2bgqualite.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>2 B & G Qualit\u00e9<\/strong><\/a>, which they can be used as evidence with the Taxe de S\u00e9jour collection platform, rental platform, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once received, the classification is valid for five years.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-extra-considerations\">Extra considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do note, if you\u2019re just<strong> starting up your rental business<\/strong>, it\u2019s a good idea to start making arrangements for the classification <strong>as early as possible<\/strong>. This allows you to make amendments before welcoming your first guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to <strong>rebook a visit after 5 years,<\/strong> where an inspector such as David from 2 B & G Qualit\u00e9 would be able to advise <strong>how to transform your 4-star into a 5-star property.<\/strong> If you purchase a property with an official classification, you will still need to restart the process as the new owner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you want to find out more about the star rating system in France, then visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.2bgqualite.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2 B & G Qualit\u00e9<\/a> or contact our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/home?s=contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OVO Network experts<\/a> to organise obtaining an official classification for your property rental business.<\/strong> <strong>You can also download Atout France\u2019s full guide (French only) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Guide-de-controle-meubles-de-tourisme-2022-1-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you enjoyed reading this, we think you\u2019d also find the following articles helpful:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/official-classification-rating-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1-5 stars chalets: The official classification rating system explained<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/improve-official-classification-score\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 ways to improve your official classification score<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>And don\u2019t forget to <a href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/84b7365ad4bb\/owner-lead-newsletter-sign-up-page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sign up for our newsletter<\/a> to be the first to receive tips on running your holiday rental business, expert opinions and the latest industry news.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you want to own a successful holiday rental business and enhance the resale value of your property, then<a href=\"https:\/\/30-minutes-ovonetwork.youcanbook.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> contact OVO Network<\/a> today or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/add-your-property\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">try our free short-term rental income calculator<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here&#8217;s a complete guide to the official classification rating system in France and how you can obtain it for your 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