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Hill-top villages of the Alpes-Mari...

Whether on the hills beyond Cannes or up above Èze, numerous hill-top villages on the Côte d’Azur offer stunning views of the Mediterranean…

The centre of Bordeaux, a lively ma...

The second most popular destination among French executives in 2018, Bordeaux is asserting its economic appeal more and more. Highly-prized among the actively employed, the city centre offers a good variety of properties, from traditional apartments to more original homes.

On-going buoyancy for Aix

Always seen as a privileged, sunny address, both peaceful and lively, historic yet avant-garde, the city of Cézanne offers quality living conditions that come at a high price.

Vaison-la-Romaine, gem of Le Haut-V...

Home to around 6,200 year-round residents, Vaison-la-Romaine is a charming town 27 km north of Orange, between the Valley of the Rhône and Mount Ventoux. Well-known for its delightful lifestyle and prestigious cultural events, it is especially popular among retirees in search of a pleasant life in the sun.

The authentic charm of timber chale...

An essential symbol of Alpine and mountain culture, the all-wood chalet has made a strong comeback since the years 2000. The quest for authenticity and natural materials has restored its letters of nobility. Conjuring up a warm, inviting lifestyle, it attracts clients ready...

Hyères, a sound investment

Its nickname, “Hyères-les-Palmiers”, refers to some 7,000 palm-trees that were planted here in the 1860’s. Encompassing the Giens peninsula and the islands of Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Le...

Biarritz : an apartment at all cost...

The imperial city still tops the list of the most expensive addresses on the French Basque coast, togther with Saint-Jean-de-Luz. As buoyant as ever, the market for holiday homes focuses, in the case of apartments, on properties blessed with a garage.

Cagnes-sur-Mer and its surrounding ...

The 5th largest town in the Alpes-Maritimes, Cagnes-sur-Mer is home to some 50,000 residents. Benefiting from a fully enchanced seafront ideal for family outings, the commune offers a varied and well-balanced property market.

Le Beaufortain, charm and authentic...

Characterized by an authentic atmosphere, charming architecture, quality snow coverage, an increasingly attractive skiing domain and breathtaking mountain scenery, communes in Le Beaufortain are appreciated by buyers looking for holiday homes in well-preserved Alpine sites.

Arcachon’s charming and exclusive...

Listed as one of France’s historic landmarks in 1985, this neighbourhood on the hills of the town plays host to traditional “Arcachonnaise” houses, but also more than 200 remarkable villas.