It’s hard to resist the charm of coastlines on the Riviera or in the Var, those stretches of sand, sheltered coves, sublime capes, lapped by the Mediterranean. Blessed are those who own a house facing the Deep Blue Sea, especially if it benefits from direct access to a beach or private landing stage… Read on...
The Regional Tourist Board’s Observatory confirms a positive trend in the number of visitors to the French Riviera, Monaco included, up until the summer of 2008, counterbalanced by less encouraging figures in the 4th quarter. The result of the survey : a vintage similar to 2007. What about 2009 ? Read on...
International financing has sprung a leak, realty is on edge and bricks and mortar in Nice have not escaped the correction. But this overly simplistic analysis deserves more precision : fairly priced and without any major flaw, a property still sells readily in the capital of the Alpes-Maritimes. Read on...
It is in sensitive situations that one can fully measure a market’s fundamental strength. At a time when all sectors of activity are showing their limits, real estate in Cannes is displaying enviable resistance. The secrets of a sustainable, long-term investment... Read on...
“On the very tranquil shore of this adorable cape, more, I think, than anywhere else, day-dreaming is sheer enchantment.” Since this observation made by the poet Magaglyo in 1912, this prestigious address has continued to win the favours of the world’s Happy Few. Read on...
While the reputation of the first has travelled well beyond the frontiers of France, the second is characterized by an elevated position, a profusion of sea views and more affordable property prices. Situated within easy reach of the main towns on the coast, these two Provençal villages have many devoted fans. Read on...
The illustriousness of the Principality, located between the French towns of Cap d'Ail, Beausoleil, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin and La Turbie, is inversely proportional to its size. Its 32,500 residents share an area of less than 2 km2. A tiny territory worth its weight in gold. Read on...
While the presence of the Principality may not contribute towards the natural beauty of the surroundings, the mild climate and tranquillity of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Cap d'Ail, Beausoleil and Menton, its proximity is nevertheless a positive factor in the excellent reputation enjoyed by their property markets. Read on...
A love-affair that has lasted for almost a century-and-a-half. It started with Empress Alexandra Feodorovna’s fondness for the Mediterranean shores and is perpetuated by spectacular property acquisitions by members of today’s oligarchy. But that’s not all… Read on...
On the Côte d’Azur, a view of the Mediterranean accounts for 30 to 40 % of a property’s value. From Cannes to Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, from seaside towns to hilltop villages, there are countless picture-postcards in which it plays the starring role. Read on...
The Var is a perfect synthesis between the luminous Côte d’Azur and an authentic Provence. With a coastline over 400 km long, 600 km of rivers, 60 % of its total area dedicated to woodland and 300 days of sunshine per year, this “département” exercises considerable appeal. Read on...
Just 10 minutes out of Cannes, Mougins has city life nearby and a pastoral atmosphere all around. At 850 feet above sea-level, this village of 16,000 souls is surrounded by pine, cypress and olive trees and is home to two golf courses, about forty restaurants and any number of art galleries. Read on...
The main appeal of the second most wooded “département” in France and its shoreline lies in their diversity. Family-oriented Sainte-Maxime rubs shoulders with cosmopolitan Saint-Tropez, itself just a stone’s throw from the very wild Rayol Canadel… Read on...
Every year we hear on TV that “The tourist industry is experiencing a slowdown”. Somewhat far-fetched, if you talk to professionals at the top end of the seasonal rentals sector. In summer, prestigious properties in Cannes, on Cap Ferrat and Cap d’Antibes are full... Read on...
The first, as picturesque as could be, plunges into the Mediterranean. The second, an undisputed temple to the “Belle Epoque”, lies at a junction between the foothills of the Alps and the sea. 15 minutes from Nice, the international airport and Monaco, they are both guarantors of sound long-term investments. Read on...
