Archive for the ‘France’ Category

First-class property in Argentière-Mont Blanc Valley

14th February, 2010

Ski apartment in Argentiere

Argentière is one of the most renowned alpine resorts due to its enviable location at the base of Les Grands Montets: an immense, varied skiing area offering an array of pistes and wide expanses of off-piste powdered snow in the winter, and a world of extraordinary beauty in the summer. The village is 7km above Chamonix town, nestled below the Drus and Aiguille Verte and between the Mer de Glace and Glacier d’Argentière. All in all a very attractive location with year-round appeal.

This brand new luxury development, ideally located in the heart of Argentière, is just a stroll away from the world-famous Grands Montets skiing area.

The outright small residence consists of only three apartments designed to exquisite standards, each with balconies boasting stunning panoramic views onto the Argentière Glacier and the Mont-Blanc range.

Each spacious luxury apartment offers a fully fitted kitchen, opening on to the dining area and a cosy lounge. The three bedroom apartments also offer individual cellar and ski locker.

The property is located close to all local shops, while Les Grands Montets skiing area is at your door step!

More info on the Argentiere apartments from Luxury Ski Properties

Contemporary architectural icon

18th January, 2010

modernist villa

Located in a secluded area of Cap d’Antibes this modernits villa was designed by the renowned French architect Claude Parent. The ultra-modern luxury villa boasts panoramic views of both the Bay of Antibes and Golfe-Juan.

The 4 bedroom exclusive villa features stunning full length windows offer spectacular views out over the Mediterranean.

Built in 1961, this ‘experimental house’ is an iconic piece of architectural art now available for sale.

Contact Modern Homes worldwide for more info.

Languedoc property opportunity

12th January, 2010

Chateau les Carrasess

One single unit back on the market at Chateau Les Carrasses – this lovely rooftop apartment boasts absolutely fantastic 360 degree views

This is a lovely spacious one bedroom Languedoc property is located in the Chateau itself and with absolutely fantastic 360 degree views and 60 sqm/646 sq.ft of living space.

This superb development will see the renovation of an exceptional 19th century wine Domaine on a magnificent elevated site, boasting panoramic views of vineyards, the Canal Du Midi and the Pyrénées beyond.

This is the quintessential South of France – a landscape of rolling hills fringed with Cypress, ancient forests of oak and chestnut, and the famous vineyards and olive groves which carpet the landscape from the hills to the blue shores of the Mediterranean.

Residence owners will be benefiting from a share of the annual yield from the winery – estimated at around 40-50 cases per annum.

More info about this luxury Languedoc property for sale at Great Properties France.

A sensational Chamonix penthouse apartment in the heart of the town and with views over the whole Mont Blanc range

17th December, 2009

chamonix penthouse

The luxury Chamonix penthouse apartment is situated on the second and top floors of a historic house in the heart of the perennial favourite Chamonix.

The ski property boasts a spacious lounge with wooden floor and an adjoining open-plan dining room with large bay window, modern sleek kitchen with integrated appliances, impressive master bedroom suite on the mezzanine level, comprising bright bedroom, contemporary en suite bathroom and relaxing lounge.

The penthouse boasts balconies and views over Chamonix and the whole Mont Blanc range.

More info on this property for sale in Chamonix from Luxury Ski Properties

Luxury Argentière apartments with stunning views of the Grands Montets, the Argentière Glacier and the Mont Blanc range

27th November, 2009

Argentiere apartment

Argentière is one of the most renowned alpine resorts due to its enviable location at the base of Les Grands Montets: an immense, varied skiing area offering an array of pistes and wide expanses of off-piste powdered snow in the winter, and a world of extraordinary beauty in the summer. This lovely traditional village is 7km above Chamonix town, nestled below the Drus and Aiguille Verte and between the Mer de Glace and Glacier d’Argentière. All in all a very attractive location with year-round appeal.

In the heart of the village, a leading developer is converting an existing hotel into three luxury ski apartments with magnificent views of the Grands Montets, the Argentière Glacier and the Mont Blanc range. The 3 bedroom freehold apartments are just a short walk from the village amenities and the slopes. This boutique development in Argentière has so much in its favour; fantastic location, easy access, superb skiing on your doorstep and great investment potential.

More info on the Argentière apartments at Luxury Ski Properties

An exclusive new ski in ski out Chalet in the French Alps with great potential for capital appreciation

1st October, 2009

Chalet des Dolines ski apartments

Ideally located on a pass at 1,860 metres close to the Italian border, Montgenèvre is a charming village in the Southern French Alps. It held the first International skiing competition in February 1907 and is still a first class ski resort 100 years on. It has since been linked to larger skiing areas such as Sestrières, Sauze d’Oulx and San Sicario, venues for the Turin 2006 Winter Olympics. This huge skiing area, totalling 400 km of Franco- Italian slopes, offers a fantastic variety of breathtaking landscapes and old authentic villages.

Le Chalet des Dolines is a superb leaseback property consisting of 3 chalets built in a traditional alpine style with timber and stone facades. It will also feature a beautiful reception area, swimming pool, saunas, steam rooms and a gym as well as a “Spa centre” where you will be able to enjoy a variety of massages and beauty treatments. Most of the 56 ski apartments will benefit from panoramic views of the slopes and mountains, and lots of sunshine due to the southerly aspect of the Alpine property.

More info about the Montgenèvre ski apartments at Luxury Ski Properties.

Languedoc vineyard estate development – Property owners will get 40-50 cases of wine from your ‘domaine’ every year

17th September, 2009

Chateau Les Carrasses, Languedoc

Only 2 residences are still available at Chateau Les Carrasses in Languedoc, an exceptional 19th century wine estate that is being converted into 28 luxury vineyard villas, townhouses and apartments.

Château Les Carrasses is a unique “one off” product – character period properties such as the Château are very hard to come by, and rarely appear on the market. And when they do, planning permission is very difficult to receive, with only the most sensitive and sensible plans receiving authorisation. Meanwhile demand for character properties in walk-in condition is and has always been strong.

The developer of the vineyard chateau is resolutely focussed on ensuring they offer their customers value for money and the properties at the Château Les Carrasses really do stand up against anything comparable in the region.

Location location location

Château Les Carrasses enjoys a fantastic location in Languedoc, one of the world’s strongest markets for second homes.

Within France, the Languedoc area is experiencing rapid growth in international tourism and now welcomes over 14 million visitors annually, making it the fourth largest tourist destination. And with expanding international connections and the ongoing discovery of the region, this growth looks set to continue.

Exit strategy

Add the fact that the Languedoc vineyard chateau is a very rare product, the exit is going to be very straightforward and the evidence is already there in fact – off plan in a very tough market, the Chateau Les Carrasses has sold all but two units in less than 4½ months. Imagine a fully realized product in a buoyant market…

Buying a property at the Languedoc Château is a fundamentally sound investment as well as lifestyle decision.

Explore wine vineyards for sale at International Luxury Real Estate.