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5 bedroom House for sale with Income Potential in Valbonne, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252406
Stylishly renovated 5 bedroom luxury villa nestling in over half an acre of beautiful mature gardens with pool, ideally located near all amenities in Valbonne. This beautiful property is convenie...
1,395,000 EUR
Authentic 4 bedroom House for sale with sea view in Menton, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252405
Rare opportunity to acquire a charming 4 bedroom historic house set in over half an acre of beautiful mature gardens with fruit trees, while enjoying panoramic sea views from its location in Menton...
1,490,000 EUR
5 bedroom Villa for sale with Income Potential in Bormes les Mimosas, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252404
Nestling in an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool is this stunning modern 5 bedroom villa with separate apartment, ideally located close to the beaches of Cabasson, Bregancon and the Fa...
1,790,000 EUR
Architect Designed 4 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Seillans, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252403
Enjoying far reaching panoramic views from its quiet location in Seillans, is this very well presented 4 bedroom architect designed villa set in over half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens wi...
945,000 EUR
Luxury 3 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252402
Set on nearly half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, is this stunning 3 bedroom luxury villa enjoying panoramic sea views from its location in Cannes. The 230m 2 consists of 2 le...
2,625,000 EUR
Immaculate 4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Croix des Gardes, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252401
In excellent condition is this outstanding new 4 bedroom luxury villa nestling in over 3/4 acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with amazing infinity pool, while enjoying breathtaking sea views fro...
3,680,000 EUR
5 bedroom Villa for sale with sea and panoramic views with Income Potential in Croix des Gardes, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252400
Nestling in over half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, is this luxuriously renovated 5 bedroom modern villa with separate apartment, enjoying panoramic sea views from its location...
3,300,000 EUR
Luxury 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Croix des Gardes, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252399
Ideally located near the beach and all amenities in Cannes, is this spacious and bright 3 bedroom luxury apartment with lush mature communal garden, enjoying panoramic sea views from its 4th floor ...
1,190,000 EUR
4 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic view with Income Potential in Nice, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252389
Unique opportunity to acquire two luxuriously renovated apartments enjoying panoramic views from their sought after location in Nice. Situated on the top floor of a fully renovated 19th-century Ni...
3,800,000 EUR
5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Mougins, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252388
Full of charm and character is this exceptional 3 bedroom Provencal style villa with 2 bedroom guest house, nestling in over 3 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, while enjoying unobst...
3,980,000 EUR
Luxury 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic view in Banane, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252387
Ideally located near all amenities in the Banane area of Cannes is this spacious and bright 2 bedroom luxury apartment with cellar. It offers a prime location in the heart of the city. The apart...
1,045,000 EUR
Immaculate 1 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Beausoleil, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252386
Ideally located in a prestigious area of Beausoleil, is this stunning new one bedroom luxury apartment enjoying panoramic sea views from its 2nd floor position. This superb property offers an exc...
674,000 EUR
Wow factor 7 bedroom House for sale with panoramic and sea views in Cabris, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252385
Rare opportunity to acquire this exceptional and unique 7 bedroom villa with separate guest house, nestling in 1.5 hectares of glorious land with gardens and pool, while enjoying far reaching panor...
10,900,000 EUR
Immaculate 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in La Croisette, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252384
Enjoying breathtaking sea views over the entire Bay of Cannes, is this exceptional 3 bedroom luxury apartment with studio, located near all amenities in a sought-after residence on the Croisette. ...
4,000,000 EUR
5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Mougins, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252367
Absolutely exceptional 3 storey, 5 bedroom architect designed property nestling in nearly 2 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with pool and outbuildings, located near all amenities in Mougins. ...
5,480,000 EUR
Authentic 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Sainte Maxime, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252352
Enjoying panoramic sea views from its ideal location near all amenities in Sainte Maxime, is this charming 2 bedroom ground floor apartment. This superb property features a living room, a dining ...
720,000 EUR
Architect Designed 4 bedroom House for sale in Opio, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252339
A highly individual property offering a haven of peace and nature in a tranquil setting on a calm street and in a quiet area. The spacious 4 bedroom villa is welcoming with its avant garde moder...
1,790,000 EUR
Beautiful 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic view in Tourrettes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252338
Charming 2/3-bedroom apartment of 90 m2 with terrace, located in the beautiful Chateau du Puy offering magnificent panoramic views over the valley and surrounding hills. The apartment offers a di...
695,000 EUR
Spacious 3 bedroom Apartment for sale in Mandelieu la Napoule, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252337
This is a rare opportunity to own the builder's original residence in Les Masters, one of the most desirable addresses in Cannes Marina. This spacious three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment boasts...
690,000 EUR
Project Land for sale in Saint Tropez, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252336
Close to the heart and the beaches of Saint-Tropez, within a private estate, lies a superb construction project. This level plot of 1,138 m2 comes with an approved building permit for a stylish t...
4,900,000 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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