• Market Insights: France. Published in THE ADDRESS Magazine issue 6, May 2010.

Buying a French Leaseback Property

What is it, how does it work, is it something for you?

View of French village

Investors around the world are looking to French leaseback properties, or, as they are known in France, ‘Residences de Tourisme’. Leaseback properties offer a hands-off, stable investment with tax benefits and guaranteed rent, while providing the opportunity for personal use, too.

Leaseback is extremely popular with French investors who account for the majority of all purchasers of leaseback properties in France. French residents benefit from a range of tax advantages beyond the VAT rebate, hence the reason for their popularity but there are reasons why leaseback are increasingly popular among international investors as well as lifestyle buyers.

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  • Luxury Real Estate: Savoie. Published in THE ADDRESS Magazine issue 6, May 2010.

A Vintage Investment

Magnificent 19th-century chateau with vineyard in Savoie

vineyard chateau savoie

To live in France. To make excellent wine in a vineyard of your own. And to have an elegant chateau as a home. Is this not everyone’s secret desire?

For the buyer of this beautifully renovated chateau that dates back to the 19th-century, the dream could come true. The delightful 6-hectare estate, conveniently located close to Lac du Bourget and Bassin Chambérien in the Savoie region, comes with an active vineyard.

The 800m² chateau features 11 bedrooms, professional kitchen, dining room and impressive reception areas. There is a caretaker’s house, as well as several outbuildings for production and storage of wine.

This is Savoie uncorked at its best.

Price €3.65million

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  • Luxury Real Estate: Savoie. Published in THE ADDRESS Magazine issue 6, May 2010.

Experience the Extraordinary

This magnificent Savoie chateau stands apart: It is beautiful and picture postcard perfect in its scenic setting

French chateau in Savoie

With generous living space and gardens, this exceptional 19th-century chateau is a work of art as well as a home. Commanding a magical setting on the Lac du Bourget, the historic luxury property provides sensational views of the lake and the surrounding mountains.

The fine domaine is impressive in both size and volume, with 2,000m² of living space. It offers 10 bedrooms, several outbuildings and indoor and outdoor pools. The 3-hectare landscaped and secluded park is simply spectacular.

The prestigious chateau and the surrounding beautiful grounds offer maximum privacy, all within three minutes of the town centre and the golf course.

This finely crafted chateau, located 70 kilometres from Geneva, 3 kilometres from Aix-les-Bains and 40 kilometres from Annecy, offers the ultimate in luxury living.

Price upon request.

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  • Best of Skiing: Published in THE ADDRESS Magazine issue 6, May 2010.

HAUTE LIVING

For the pinnacle of luxury, prestige and privacy – one of Europe’s most elegant chalets in a magnificent Megève setting

chalet in megeve

Pretty and chic, Megève, in the Haute Savoie region, exudes old-fashioned charm with its narrow streets and intimate squares. Extensive skiing facilities, trendy boutiques and superlative restaurants combine to make Megève a serious contender for the title of most stylish resort in the Alps.

This exceptional French ski chalet is a perfect example of the height of luxury, exclusivity and privacy.

The elegant mountain home is located in the heart of the Mont d’Arbois area and offers 600m² of luxury living space and serene refinement. The interior is an excellent mix of living and entertaining space, each room conceived and executed with finesse and flair. There are six bedrooms and ample living space.

A wellness centre with gym, sauna, massage area and pool is under construction.

The chalet sits in what is arguably the most sought-after spot in the area. A sunny location offers stunning views and whilst extremely private, the chalet is just a minute from the ski lifts.

The ski chalet is one of those rare mountain homes that truly defines Alpine luxury. Très magnifique!

Price upon request.

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  • Luxury Real Estate: France. Published in THE ADDRESS Magazine issue 5, Feb 2010.

An Iconic Piece of Architecture

EXCEPTIONAL MODERNIST VILLA

Modernist villa Cap Antibes

Designed by Claude Parent, one of France’s most respected modernist architects, this villa is a statement of avant-garde architecture with extensive use of raw concrete, glass walls and a spectacular exterior staircase. With its unique location in Cap d’Antibes, one of the most exclusive places on the French Riviera, this is a rare and iconic piece of architecture.

The modernist villa for sale boasts panoramic views of both the Bay of Antibes and Golfe-Juan. It features 260m² of living space and four bedrooms.

Claude Parent was elected a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts, and the villa was listed in Patrimoine de France in 1989, which means that it is formally a part of France’s heritage.

This villa, designed in 1961, is a rare jewel in one of the world’s most desirable real estate locations. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history.

Price on request.

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  • Luxury Real Estate: France. Published in THE ADDRESS Magazine issue 5, Feb 2010.

Own a Piece of History

A magnificent 19th century Chateau in a spectacular setting

languedoc chateau

Originally the summer house of Parisian nobility, this old Chateau is currently being converted into a very luxurious development. Only one property, the old Ballroom, is being made available for sale on the open market.
The property boasts an exceptional country vineyard setting on the outskirts of the village of de Lavérune, just five minutes from the city of Montpellier.

Once converted, this outstanding Languedoc mansion will feature 5 bedrooms, a huge double height (9-metre) living area with vaulted fireplace, kitchen and two further reception rooms. The end result will boast a sophisticated fusion of contemporary lines and period features.

The Chateau sits on grounds of more than two hectares (4.5 acres), of which 5,500m² (1.3 acres) are exclusive to this mansion.

Montpellier, capital of the Languedoc, is regularly voted as the best city to live in France. It has everything that you would look for in a city: historical heritage combined with modern architecture, world-class festivals, exceptional gastronomy, devotion to fine wines, and much more… all in a location that borders the Mediterranean.

This commanding Languedoc property offers the best of both worlds, an authentic and historical home with 21st-century facilities.

The price of €1.1m is based on full restoration with 10-year construction guarantees.

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  • Luxury Real Estate: France. Published in THE ADDRESS Magazine issue 5, Feb 2010.

Simply stunning

MODERN CHAMONIX LIVING WITH A VIEW

Modern apartmen in Chamonix

They are few and rare but they do exist – the ultra-modern ski apartment.

If you seek uncompromising luxury in a modern alpine residence boasting stunning views and stylish design, this ski apartment in the centre of Chamonix is what you are looking for.

The 4-bedroom apartment is an ultra-modern masterpiece of sleek, clean lines and contemporary styling – from the gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances to the elegant fireplace.

The apartment boasts five balconies, offering magnificent views of Mont Blanc and the historical town of Chamonix. It has all the modern amenities you would expect from a luxury ski residence and more! You will find a bar area, a sunken lounge with fireplace, massage room, steam room and Jacuzzi.

Chamonix, at the foot of Mont Blanc, is renowned for its excellent skiing. The town, which hosted the 1924 Winter Olympics, lies in an area of outstanding natural beauty beneath Mont Blanc and is a wonderful place to be year-round. It’s a proper, living French town, with bustling markets and an amazing community. Who wouldn’t want to be close enough to take their morning coffee in the pretty cobbled streets before a full day of skiing or, while walking home from the après ski, browse among the shops – from Chanel to the tiny chocolatier.

This is stylish alpine living at its best.

Price: €2.25 million.

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