Valbonne Property

Valbonne Sophia Antipolis, near the Mediterranean cities of Cannes and Nice, is one of the most exciting combinations of old and new in the whole of France.

The science and technology park of Sophia Antipolis was built in the early 1970s, modelled on La Defense in Paris, and has evolved into a global business community with a large number of English-speaking residents. The ‘park’ is aptly named: it was planned with large green spaces and generously planted with Mediterranean trees and shrubs; this adds enormously to the quality of life for people who live and work in the area.

The ancient village of Valbonne itself, meanwhile, was founded in the early 16th century and remains a little-known heritage gem of the French Riviera. The village retains its Roman character, laid out on a rectangular grid around a central square and restored largely to its original state.

Together they make up a commune in the administrative department of Alpes-Maritimes, and represents one of the most exciting investment opportunities in France today.

Owners of Valbonne property are almost guaranteed year-round sunshine, while winters are mild: you could easily be sitting outside in January, sipping a cool glass of something that originated in a local vineyard.

Cobbled streets

Archaeologists have found traces of human settlement dating back to the Iron Age and the very dawn of agriculture: Valbonne property has been popular for a very long time! Arcades were added to the central square in the 17th century which then became known as the Place des Arcades. It’s now lined on all sides by terraces of thriving little cafés and characterful shops. The narrow streets that run off each side invite you to amble and gaze at the beautiful townhouses and restaurants, before you stroll in for a well-deserved aperitif.

Wandering the cobbled streets of the immaculately restored village, you feel you have stepped back in time to a much earlier France, with stone-fronted houses, ornately decorated lintels, and porches hung with vines.

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Authentic townhouses are for sale in the centre, while in Peynibou to the south there are a number of 1980s lotissements (developments) offering reasonably priced family-houses with good gardens.

For those looking for more privacy, one of the best hunting-grounds for prestigious Valbonne property is Veroniere to the east, towards the town of Biot, where pottery and glass-blowing have been famous for centuries.

Tamaya, a short walk from Valbonne northwards, offers large villas on generous plots and is very sought-after.

Hereabouts the minimum plot size tends to be around 5,000 square metres, with houses surrounded by trees and shrubs, and large pools provide cool relief from the Mediterranean heat.

Direct flights

The area is busy all year, with markets every Friday and an antiques fair on the first Sunday of the month. Many fêtes are celebrated in the village, with live music and parades that are great fun for all the family.

This region has been a British favourite for many years; the increasing number of direct flights to Nice from the UK and other countries have made a second home on the French Riviera much more feasible.

A relaxed lifestyle, more than 300 days of sunshine a year, and a varied and enticing cuisine add up to a perfect holiday getaway or, equally, a relaxing permanent residence.

Living in Valbonne Property

The large number of resident artists and craftspeople in Valbonne, as well its museums and galleries, all generate a well-deserved reputation as one of the great creative centres of the South of France. For the more sporty, activities such as basketball, canoeing, fencing, mountain biking and football can be enjoyed at the Bouillides sports complex.

There are also many golf courses and, this being the Riviera, a large variety of maritime and aquatic activities close at hand on the coast.

For everyday shopping, there’s an out-of-town centre, placed to preserve the historic character of the centre of Valbonne.

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Valbonne means ‘good valley’ in Provençal, a very good description of an enchanting area steeped in history, yet one that is also thriving and very much alive.

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