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4 bedroom House for sale with Income Potential in Roquefort les Pins, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251794
Nestling in over half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, is this stunning 4 bedroom luxury villa, ideally located in a peaceful area near Roquefort les Pins. This superb property c...
1,560,000 EUR
Stylish 3 bedroom House for sale in Antibes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251793
In excellent condition is this bright and spacious 3 bedroom house with pool and garden, ideally located in a peaceful area near all amenities in Antibes. The 135m2 comprises of a large entrance ...
1,090,000 EUR
Immaculate 5 bedroom House for sale with panoramic and sea views in Le Cannet, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251791
In excellent condition is this luxuriously renovated 5 bedroom villa set in nearly half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, while enjoying panoramic sea views from its elevated locat...
2,995,000 EUR
Spacious 5 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Sainte Maxime, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251782
Enjoying panoramic countryside views from its ideal location near the beach and all amenities in a peaceful and secure area of Sainte Maxime, is this luxurious 5 bedroom spacious villa with pool an...
1,575,000 EUR
Unique 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Nice, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251767
Stylishly renovated 2 bedroom luxury apartment enjoying panoramic sea views from its ideal location near the beach and all amenities in the Baumettes area of Nice. Situated in one of the most bu...
1,690,000 EUR
Luxury 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251766
Bright and spacious 2 bedroom luxury apartment enjoying partial sea views from its prestigious location near the beach and all amenities on the Croisette, in the heart of Cannes. Situated in a fam...
1,880,000 EUR
Unique 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Californie, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251765
Rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional 3 bedroom luxury apartment with communal pool and beautiful landscaped gardens, enjoying panoramic sea views from its sought after location in Cannes. T...
2,400,000 EUR
Immaculate 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251764
Superb 2 bedroom Penthouse apartment with communal garden, enjoying panoramic sea views from its ideal setting within a prestigious residence right in the heart of the Croisette. With a living ar...
2,990,000 EUR
Stunning 4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea and panoramic views in Villefranche sur Mer, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251751
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Exceptional stone-built contemporary 'loft' style villa, converted from a factory from the turn of the century, overlooking Cap Ferrat and the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer. The extensive 540m2 pro...
8,900,000 EUR
Stylish 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea and panoramic views in Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251750
Superb 3 bedroom apartment with breathtaking sea views in Cannes. This stunning 4-room apartment of 97m2 has been fully renovated with high-quality materials. It comprises a spacious, bright livin...
2,690,000 EUR
7 bedroom House for sale with panoramic and countryside views with Income Potential in Tourrettes sur Loup, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251743
Enjoying wonderful panoramic views from its elevated location in Tourrettes dur Loup, is this magnificent 7 bedroom stone house nestling in nearly 1.5 acres of glorious land with mature gardens and...
3,500,000 EUR
Stylish 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Menton, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251741
Stylishly renovated 3 bedroom spacious apartment with large terrace offering panoramic sea views from its location in Menton. Set on the entire first floor in a charming Belle epoque villa with o...
710,000 EUR
7 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Gordes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251736
Nestling in over half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool is this exceptional 7 bedroom house with outbuildings, enjoying breathtaking panoramic views from its peaceful location near ...
1,860,000 EUR
Immaculate 5 bedroom House for sale with panoramic and sea views in Sainte Maxime, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251725
Rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional 5 bedroom luxury villa set in beautiful landscaped gardens with pool while enjoying panoramic sea and countryside views from its ideal location near all a...
2,750,000 EUR
Beautiful 5 bedroom House for sale in Saint Remy de Provence, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251724
Rare opportunity to acquire a charming 5 bedroom house with separate apartment and courtyard, ideally located near all amenities in the heart of a Provencal village near Saint Remy de Provence. ...
730,000 EUR
Immaculate 8 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Saint Saturnin les Apt, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251722
Enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location in St Saturnin les Apt, is this exceptional 8 bedroom luxury house with separate guest house and outbuilding, all nestling in nea...
2,690,000 EUR
Bright 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Nice, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251716
Nestled in a prestigious residence, L'Abbaye de Roseland, this spacious 3-room apartment offers the perfect blend of luxury, tranquility, and superb views. The bright and airy living and dining a...
659,000 EUR
Luxury 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in La Croisette, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251709
Superb 3 bedroom apartment on the Croisette in Cannes, on an upper floor in one of the most beautiful residences on the Croisette, offering breathtaking views over the Bay of Cannes and the Lerins ...
4,430,000 EUR
Luxury House for sale with panoramic and sea views in Eze, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251704
New development of an outstanding luxury villa in Eze- Grande Corniche set in a large landscaped plot of almost 3 acres with panoramic sea views. The modern 1,000 m2 villa on a 11,000m2 plot is c...
8,500,000 EUR
Grand 5 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Antibes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 251702
Located on the western slope of the highly sought-after Cap d'Antibes, this unique 280 m2 apartment offers an exceptional panoramic views to the sea. Fully renovated by a renowned architect from...
5,650,000 EUR
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Area Guide

The Area

Cannes - home to the rich and famous with its casinos, festivals, fairs, beach and nightlife. It is of course one of the most busy, glamorous and fashionable of the Riviera resorts. The heart of the city is built around the palm-lined boulevard de la Croisette. However, this is not all Cannes has to offer, it is also rich in history. The old port is a mixture of colours and traditions, with the fishermen gathering in all the fruits of the sea.

Nice - very popular at the turn of the century, it still boasts many buildings from the Belle Epoque era. Nice, bursting with elegance and style, is a wonderful city to stroll around, the beautiful seaside promenade affords wonderful views over the Mediterranean. A short drive along the coast and you arrive in Monaco, Europe's most famous principality. Sophisticated, chic and playground to the rich and famous, Monte Carlo combines the best features of a cosmopolitan city and a Mediterranean resort. Wander through the medieval streets of the old town to the harbour to admire the magnificent yachts and after sunset try your luck in the world famous casino.

St. Tropez - miles of rugged scenery and beautiful sun-soaked beaches surrounding a series of chic resorts, it attracts thousands of visitors each year. Stroll along the dreamy port with its gleaming yachts and cruisers, browse the trend-setting shops or simply take in the magnificent atmosphere and spot the celebrities. St. Tropez bubbles with life and vitality and boasts undeniable style and sophistication.

Activities

Nesting in the bay of St. Tropez is pretty Port Grimaud, a masterpiece of design, built in typical Venetian style, offering a fabulous array of bars, shops and restaurants interlaced by a network of canals and waterways.

Sporting facilities are widely available such as scuba diving, sailing, windsurfing, tennis, golf and horse riding. There are daily Provencal markets in St. Maxime. Places to visit include the famous flower markets of Nice, the Miniature Park and Phoenix Park nature reserve in Nice, the Museum of Underwater Archaeology in St. Raphael.

Buying a Property in France

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.

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