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Luxury leaseback properties in the five-star Chateau de la Cazine Golf & Spa Resort in France’s Lake District
This is an opportunity to acquire a luxury investment property in Chateau de la Cazine in Limousin, the heart of France's Lake District. The French chateau will be turned into an outstanding resort for the entire family with an 18-hole golf course and world-class Spa. There will also be a selection of private residences available for ownership.
The French leaseback property is located on beautiful grounds amidst lush countryside in the country's stunning Lake District. Bordered by a glistening lake and an established arboretum and nestled into rolling open countryside, the location of the resort couldn't be more perfect.
Channel Four’s ‘A place in the Sun’ has named it the 5th best place to buy abroad due to its “beautiful scenery and quiet farming villages as yet relatively undiscovered”.
Spanning a massive 86 hectares, the grounds of the chateau are dotted with tree-lined paths, glimmering lakes and manicured gardens. Bordered on one side by one of the country's finest and best stocked fishing lakes and on another by an established arboretum, the setting of this chateau resort couldn't be more perfect.
The extensive grounds of the chateau are home to not just the main chateau but also an extraordinary and historically rich smaller chateau, dating from as far back as the 16th century. In addition to these two impressive historical buildings, there are nine further buildings on-site which will combine to form both the character-filled French village and a range of facilities for visitors to enjoy.
This impressive resort offers not only a superb holiday home but also an attractive investment opportunity.
Chateau de la Cazine investment opportunity
The investment package for this French leaseback property is very attractive, and includes benefits such as:
- 5-8% guaranteed rental returns for 2-9 years
- 5% cash-back per annum paid on your deposit, pre-completion
- Guaranteed non status mortgage on completion
- 4 weeks free usage (full ownership)
- 150% - 180% buy-back guarantee, 5 years from completion (optional)
- French leaseback - therefore NO VAT to pay (currently at 19.6%)
A selection of properties has been fractionalised. The properties are divided into quarters. The returns are the same percentages as full ownership and there is 1 week's free usage, that they can opt to use at any time of the year.
Limousin Real Estate - France’s Lake District
Limousin is one of the most beautiful unspoilt regions of France. The historic province is located in central France, and is widely known as the the stunningly beautiful Lake District of France. Bordering the beautiful Dordogne, Perigueux, Auvergne and the lush Loire valley, the Limousin's rolling countryside, dotted with medieval villages, offers endless possibilities for exciting holidays.
The region boasts more than 3,000 lakes, 11,000 kilometres of rivers, wonderful forests, tiny hamlets and enchanting chateaux scattered all over the endless countryside.
The outstanding nature and scenery combined with an historical past rich of exceptional cultural architectural interest, together with a multitude of celebrations and festivals, make Limousin one of the last remaining havens of the "real France".
Known as “the land of a thousand lakes”, the region is a water sports lover’s paradise. Its deep gorges, numerous rivers and lakes are excellent territory for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, swimming, water-skiing and sailing.
It is also ideal for anyone who enjoys walking, bird watching, riding and cycling and not least for golfers.
The town of La Souterraine is the cloest town, which is notable for its many archaeological sites.
For those who enjoy city life, there is Limoges, an ancient town, full of fascinating historical sites, bijoux shops and fabulous architecture. Limoges also has an impressive selection of cultural activities on offer, including the opera and theatre in the centre of town. There are also lots of art exhibitions in local galleries that are enjoyable for browsing. Limoges has also long been famous for its production of enamel and fine china.
There are a numerous picturesque villages and towns to explore, including some of the most beautiful in France.
Closest airport is Limoges airport only 45minutes from the property and high-speed TGV trains also offer easy access to Limoges.
Only just recently being discovered by a property buyers, Limousin and the French Lake District is becoming more and more popular for holiday home owners, second home buyers and astute property investors.
Luxury residences
The Chateau de la Cazine comprise of a variety of different buildings, which include not just the main chateau, but also a stunning and historically rich 16th century chateau along with the resort's own beautifully character-filled 'French Village' buildings. Both the French Village and the 16th century chateau will be fully renovated and converted into either luxurious accommodation or world-class facilities. The developer is currently converting four existing properties on the grounds, which are situated within the resort's historically rich 'French Village'. Property owners in the French Village will wake up to stunning views spanning rolling countryside, looking across the resort's manicured golf course right down to the glistering lake at the far end of the resort. Visit the village's aromatic boulangerie to choose your breads and pastries for breakfast before you begin a day filled with energetic or relaxing activities at the resort or exploration of the charming surrounding areas.
There is currently a selection of 1-4 bedroom deluxe apartments available for freehold ownership, under the French leaseback programme. Furniture package is available at additional cost.
The stylish residences are also available for classic outright purchase – ie non-leaseback. Investors will then be liable to pay VAT.
An upmarket Center Parcs style resort with golf course and world-class spa
Property investors and holiday home owners will be able enjoy impressive accommodation and an outstanding range of facilities centred around a majestic 17th-century Chateau de la Cazine.
The main residence, the lavish and historic chateau, will be converted into an elegant and character-filled luxury hotel with only 19 suites. The ground floor of the chateau, with its majestic panelling, period frescos and towering windows will be home to the retreat's grand reception room, luxury restaurant and Sommelier's fine wine bar. The other floors will offer luxury hotel accommodation with 19 suites.
The French spa will be the centrepiece of the resort. The unique and enchanting 16th century 'Petit Chateau', set in an idyllic plot, approximately 250 metres of the main residence, will be home to the resort's exclusive spa. The Spa will be designed by the internationally renowned Spa design company Blue Spa, whose clients include The Langham Hotel and Spa, The Mailmaison group and the Radisson Mayfair Hotel. The property is set to become one of Europe's top spa destination.
The 18-hole golf course will meander around the grounds and lakes with the last hole at the main chateau.
There are two fully-stocked fishing lakes, the larger lake being one of the best fishing lakes in the region.
The French Village is a cluster of buildings constructed from local stone which will be fully renovated and superbly finished.
The majestic French chateau resort will also offer a plethora of on-site facilities such as
- Children's indoor adventure zone, 1,600m²
- Grounds for outdoor pursuits
- Indoor swimming pool complex including pools, waterslides, rapids and plumes
- Gym incl. Fitness classes
- Several restaurants incl. fine dining, family and wellness
- Boulangerie
- Delicatessen
- Boutique shops
- Mountain bike tracks
- Equestrian facilities
Purchase procedure – Enjoy a positive cash-flow from the moment that you pay your deposit
The purchase procedure for both full ownership and fractional properties is very straightforward.
French leaseback property is suitable for rental property investment use and buyers of leaseback property benefit from the discount of VAT when they invest in these properties. On new developments this amounts to a 19.6% discount off market price. In the case of this Limousin property for sale, the VAT at 19.6% does not need to be paid as the properties will be used for rental purposes (buyers can purchase a unit and use their property year round but will need to pay the VAT in this instance). As an investor you buy the freehold of the investment property, and the property is then leased back to a management company who specialise in the tourist management, maintenance and rental of these properties for a period of 9 years.
The developer will pay investors interest payments or rental returns from the moment that you first pay your deposit, resulting in a positive cash-flow situation from the moment that you first pay your deposit.
Developer guaranteed non status mortgage is available.
By early 2013, the entire development will be converted into an exclusive five-star, world-class, destination for the entire family.
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