Dr John Maxey, the owner of L’Hopital, off Route de St Catherine, has applied to the Planning Department to change the property into a short-term holiday let unit.
The doctor, who lives close to the three-bedroom home, said his family had outgrown the house but that it was ideal for tourists and visitors.
He explained that no physical changes were being proposed and that his application was yet to be determined.
‘It would be ideal to rent on a weekly basis to potential tourists who would bring income into the Island,’ Dr Maxey said.
‘The tourism office is crying out for nice properties and we feel this would be ideal.
‘It also gives us the opportunity to use it for family and friends when it’s not in use. It’s quite small, but you do get beautiful views right across St Catherine’s Bay from all the rooms.’
The property goes by the name L’Hopital because it was initially a hospital used to treat construction workers who built St Catherine’s Breakwater. It later became a tea-room before being used as a private home.
The property, a potential listed building, is in the Coastal National Park, which is an area that has the highest level of protection from development.
However, Dr Maxey’s plans do not involve any internal or external changes to the house.
A letter supporting the move from Keith Beecham, chief executive of Visit Jersey, said: ‘Given the contraction in the supply of accommodation stock over the last decade, we are pleased to hear that you are planning to convert your seaside cottage from residential to commercial for holiday lets.
‘I understand the property overlooks the sea and I’m sure it would be a helpful addition to the accommodation stock.’
The Barge Aground
This property was built in the 1930s and is the last of the seaside follies and chalets which used to line St Ouen’s Bay.
The Radio Tower
This property was built during the Second World War by German Occupying Forces.
The interior has been restored in a German Bauhaus style.
Kempt Tower
Built in 1834 as a defensive tower against possible French invasion is situated neat St Ouen’s Bay.
The ground floor was used to store weapons and ammunition whilst the upper floor housed ten troops and their commanding officer.
Fisherman’s Cottage
Overlooking La Greve D’Azette, Fisherman’s Cottage dates back to the 18th century.
Building to restore the cottage commenced in 2011 and was completed in August 2012.
