Architectural richness and a widely-envied art of living, Saint-Germain-des-Prés has lots of weighty arguments to convince fans of Paris. Posting the most expensive transactions in the capital, this flagship neighbourhood on the Left Bank sets its values ever higher and acts like a magnet on a wealthy but increasingly demanding clientele. Read on...
Opened in 2014 by Germain and Lisa Tournoys, the Barnes Ile de Ré agency covers this bastion of French investment drawing a good number of clients with high purchasing power. Characterized by a high-end property market focusing on the prestige of old stone, the Île de Ré benefits from its growing appeal among French families, either ex-pats or wanting to settle here permanently. Read on...
Opened in the year 2000 by Jules Caris, the Galerie de l’Immobilier on Rue Mazarine covers the entire Left Bank but is also active in the capital’s most appealing neighbourhoods. Backed by in-depth knowledge of the Parisian market and a far-reaching view of what professional service should provide, Jules Caris and his team give all-round consideration to notions of advice and assistance. Read on...
Launched in 2010 and managed by Franck Richard du Montellier, Sotheby’s Realty Lyon enjoys a strategic location in the antique-dealers’ neighbourhood. Covering Lyon and Greater Lyon, this agency specializing in prestige real estate offers a wide array of high-end properties. Interview with Fleury Trollion, executive assistant and sales negotiator… Read on...
Encompassing renowned addresses such as Avenue Montaigne, Avenue George V and the iconic Avenue des Champs-Elysées, the 8th arrondissement boasts a very elegant array of real estate which acts like a magnet mostly on foreign buyers. Whether lively, residential or business neighbourhoods, this flagship arrondissement on the Right Bank has many different facets, and prices of equal diversity. Read on...
The saga of Cap d’Antibes, already known in the Age of Antiquity, really took off in the mid-19th century. Captivated by the charm of this cape blessed by the gods, wealthy British and White Russian visitors had sumptuous villas built here. Over 150 years later, its popularity remains unchanged. Read on...
A leader for real estate in Savoy and Upper Savoy, the Vallat group founded in 1959 has acquired in-depth know-how and expertise over the years on the market for prestige properties. Directed by Joffray Vallat who manages a network of 18 agencies within the region, the group can lay claim to a wide array of skills, all focusing on excellence… Read on...
Already at the helm of two agencies in Paris, Benoit Vitu, founder of “Terrasses et Jardins”, is opening a third branch in September, strategically located on the Left Bank, in the 14th arrondissement. This year celebrating its 18th anniversary, the agency is also treating itself to a new visual identity and completely redesigning the decor of its offices. Read on...
On one side the shoreline and its “walk everywhere” life-style, on the other the countryside version in back-country villages near the coast. The Basque country offers two distinct property markets which win equal shares of popularity among today’s buyers. Up-date with Valérie Paris of Emile Garcin Biarritz, a benchmark agency for prestige real estate in the region since 2001... Read on...
This mountain range comprised of limestone rock stretches from Tarascon to Orgon, playing host to 16 communes languishing between the valleys of the Rhône and Durance, about 60 kilometres from Marseille. 43,000 residents live in the Regional Nature Park all year round. Read on...
A charming, historic part of Paris conveniently located at its very heart, the 4th arrondissement reveals the richness of its multifaceted neighbourhoods. Highly-prized by a clientele both French and international, all charmed by its cultural and architectural richness, this vibrant heart of Paris nurtures its popularity ratings and its high prices… Read on...
With three agencies located in Quimper, Lorient and La Baule, “France Châteaux Bretagne Sud - Sotheby’s International Realty” covers all the départements in Brittany. From the Côtes d’Armor to Finistère via Le Morbihan and the Loire-Atlantic coast, these agencies directed by Ronan Pradeau offer a discerning selection of prestige properties in the most desirable locations. Read on...
Located near the Luxembourg Gardens in the smart 6th arrondissement, the Agence Rue Madame is run by two highly motivated young women who have combined their talents and their passion for real estate. Offering in-depth knowledge of the Parisian market and proven expertise in their field, Caroline Plassat and Marie de Poncins have made an entrance on the top end of the market that has not gone unnoticed. Read on...
After acquiring the Centralym agency in 2007, Cécile de Jouffrey soon abandoned neighbourhood prospecting to concentrate on the prestige property market in Metropolitan Lyon. Backed by a team of six experts, she offers her clientele a portfolio of luxury properties including prestigious houses, private mansions and top-notch apartments. Read on...
Topping the list of outstanding properties, private mansions between courtyards and gardens are coveted as both noble and rare. These highly-rated properties comprise a niche market which starts at several million euros and can attain staggering prices only within the reach of ultra-welathy buyers, either French or foreign. Read on...