Originally a “Bergerie” (Shepherd’s hut), this home was (re)built in 1930, by a famous British writer, and her husband (who, before moving to France was the King’s librarian). She wrote a number of books while living in the house, about her life in the South of France and daily encounters with the local people. The current owners are equally as creative. She is an oil … Continue reading French Riviera Property of the Week: “Eden found”
When thinking of the French Riviera, you would automatically presume that there are countless seafront properties, where you can wander down from your croissant, fruit platter and coffee breakfast on the terrace, straight onto your private beach or speed boat at the bottom of the garden. Well, there aren’t. With all the excitement of the railway arriving on the Riviera in the late 1800’s, and … Continue reading French Riviera Property of the Week: “Waterfront Wonderland”
What has JAZZ got to do with property on the French Riviera? Why am I writing about JAZZ on a real estateblog? Marsalis says “Jazz is not just ‘Well, man, this is what I feel like playing.’ It’s a very structured thing that comes down from a tradition and requires a lot of thought and study”.…and so does real estate which is not just ‘Well, … Continue reading All that Jazz.
危机 “The Chinese use two brush strokes to write the word ‘crisis.’ One brush stroke stands for danger; the other for opportunity. In a crisis, be aware of the danger–but recognize the opportunity.” ― John F. Kennedy (It looks like a lot more than two strokes to me, but I wouldn’t argue with JFK. Anyway, I agree with the sentiment, Chinese brushstrokes notwithstanding.) A few … Continue reading Opportunity Knocks.
“For Sale” to “Sold” in 9 easy steps. The real estate market is ever changing, but from buyers markets, to sellers markets, and from bear markets to bull markets, if you’ve decided you want to sell your house, here are 9 simple (and cost effective) steps you can take to make your home more attractive to potential home buyers. As real estate agents we visit … Continue reading Has your home got Sell-Appeal?
Villas & Townhouses featured below are in descending price order There are some beauties! **** CHATEAUNEUF DE GRASSE – EXCLUSIVE 19th CENTURY MAS Price – 6 300 000€ Beautifully restored – Profoundly authentic – 21st Century comfort Discreetly elegant, this beautiful 19th century “Mas” is an original “Bergerie” with thick stone walls and beamed ceilings throughout. The “Mas” faces due south, and is perched on … Continue reading What’s “Hot” in 2014 – Villas & Townhouses for Sale in Cannes and the Cote d’Azur
We are working with a long time (French) colleague who has identified a niche – well-priced Paris property being advertised outside the Estate agency circuit. This sector represents an astonishing 55% of the entire Paris market and the aim is to show the best properties available among the 4,200 private real estate offerings coming onto the market every year. Here is a sampling of what … Continue reading A Paris Property “Niche”
I absolutely love old photos, especially ones that show reference to our current life in Cannes. Yesterday I came across this sequence of photos of the gorgeous Brigitte Bardot, having a ball on the beach in Cannes in 1953…. just as we often do today (without the paparazzi of course!). Cannes’ beaches are world class, just ask Brigitte Bardot!!! Continue reading Cannes’ beaches are world class – just ask Brigitte Bardot!
