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Beautiful 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252764
Ideally located on the prestigious Boulevard Gazagnaire, directly facing the beaches of Cannes in a unique and highly sought-after setting. The 47m2 m2 two-bedroom apartment is situated in a secu...
585,000 EUR
Spacious 5 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic and sea views in La Garde Freinet, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252750
Beautiful and spacious modern villa set in 5 acres with fabulous panoramic views of the mountains to the Mediterranean sea, in a residential and peaceful situation area, just 20 minutes drive ...
3,450,000 EUR
Spacious 8 bedroom Villa for sale in Saint Tropez, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252749
Fabulous and spacious modern villa in Provencal style in a residential area, close to the beaches of Canoubiers and Salins, and less than 20 minutes walk from the heart of Saint-Tropez. Set in a ...
9,950,000 EUR
Beautiful 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic view in Nice, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252738
This stunning 2 bedroom Penthouse apartment is a gem of a property enjoying panoramic views from its peaceful location in Nice. Situated on the 4th and last floor of a very beautiful Art Deco buil...
1,250,000 EUR
Stunning 4 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Callian, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252737
In excellent condition is this superb 4 bedroom luxury villa set in beautiful landscaped gardens with expansive pool, while enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near a...
995,000 EUR
Stylish 3 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Cap d'Antibes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252736
In excellent condition is this stylishly renovated 3 storey, 3 bedroom house with garden, terracing and Jacuzzi, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in Cap d'Antibes. Situated near J...
850,000 EUR
Stunning 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252735
Rare opportunity to acquire a luxuriously renovated 3 bedroom apartment with lush communal gardens, enjoying panoramic sea views from its prestigious location near all amenities in Cannes. Fully ...
1,990,000 EUR
5 bedroom House for sale with Income Potential in Le Cannet, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252734
Set in lush mature gardens is this charming 5 bedroom house with independent studio, ideally located in a peaceful area of Le Cannet Mairie. In addition to the main villa, there is a fully-renovat...
1,380,000 EUR
Bright 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Californie, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252728
Enjoying breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and Cap d'Antibes is this charming 2 bedroom apartment located near all amenities in Californie, Cannes. Set in a bourgeois building with a be...
690,000 EUR
Wow factor 5 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic and sea views in Villeneuve Loubet, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252727
Absolutely exceptional 5 bedroom triplex apartment with pool enjoying breathtaking sea views from the roof terrace, located near the Marina and all amenities in Villeneuve Loubet. Offering the mo...
5,900,000 EUR
Stunning 5 bedroom Villa for sale in Chateauneuf, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252726
Ideally located near the golf course and all amenities in Chateauneuf, is this charming 5 bedroom villa nestling in over one acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool. Situated near Valbonne...
1,990,000 EUR
Immaculate 4 bedroom House for sale with sea view in Le Cannet, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252723
In excellent condition is this stunning new 4 bedroom luxury villa with pool and garden, enjoying panoramic views from its elevated location on the heights of Le Cannet village, Situated in a sou...
2,990,000 EUR
Stylish 3 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic and sea views in Sainte Maxime, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252711
Enjoying breathtaking sea views from its ideal location near the beach, golf course and all amenities in Sainte Maxime, is this stunning 3 bedroom villa set in beautiful mature gardens with amazing...
1,250,000 EUR
Authentic 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside and sea views in Les Issambres, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252710
Nestling in nearly half an acre of beautiful mature gardens with pool, is this charming 5 bedrom Provencal villa enjoying panoramic sea views from its ideal location near the beach and all amenitie...
1,050,000 EUR
4 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view with Income Potential in Opio, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252706
Enjoying far reaching countryside and sea views from its peaceful location near Opio, is this very well presented 3 bedroom villa with guest house nestling in over half an acre of lush mature garde...
1,190,000 EUR
Authentic 2 bedroom Apartment for sale in Menton, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252705
Unique opportunity to acquire a charming 2 bedroom apartment with garden, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in Menton. Situated on the first floor of a historical building (without ...
720,000 EUR
Luxury 4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Le Cannet, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252704
Nestling in beautiful wooded gardens with pool, is this exceptional 4 bedroom luxury villa enjoying panoramic sea views from its elevated location in the sought after area of Le Cannet, Cannes. Th...
2,990,000 EUR
Modern 3 bedroom Apartment for sale in Cimiez, Nice, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252703
Rare opportunity to acquire a truly unique 3 bedroom duplex apartment located near all amenities in the heart of the prestigious Bas Cimiez district in Nice. Situated within the renowned Le Majest...
1,360,000 EUR
Spacious 6 bedroom House for sale with panoramic and sea views in Vence, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252702
Rare opportunity to acquire a gem of a property enjoying breathtaking views over Vence, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, the rolling hills, and the sea from its elevated location near Vence. Offering a brigh...
2,195,000 EUR
Wow factor 4 bedroom House for sale with panoramic and sea views in Californie, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 252701
Luxuriously renovated 4 bedroom villa nestling in nearly 5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool and tennis court, while enjoying panoramic sea views from its prestigious location in La C...
6,970,000 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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