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Ile de Re Property
When buying in France, Ile de Re property offers an opportunity to buy some of the most beautiful real estate available amid truly spectacular landscapes.
Ile de Re property can be found throughout this stunning island located just off the west coast of France. The island is part of the Poitou Charentes region in the department of Charente Maritime, and Ile de Re property can be found both by the sea, with long, sandy beaches on the doorstep, or inland, amid beautiful pine forests and gently rolling hills.
All Ile de Re property conforms to building regulations, which means that, wherever you choose to buy, Ile de Re property is truly picturesque with traditional whitewashed walls, and green shutters painted to match the tranquil pine forests. There is also a ban on building any property higher than two storeys, which gives Ile de Re property a picturesque beauty and unique character all of its own.
The climate of the ‘Golden isle’ boasts as many hours of sun as the famous southern coast of France, yet with a gentle and refreshing breeze that sweeps in from the sea making the temperatures much more comfortable for all buying Ile de Re property. Akin to the Cornish coast, the island possesses a rare clarity of light, which has, for generations, drawn artists to the island, many of which, both in modern and past times, have bought Ile de Re property. There are many galleries on the island, exhibiting dramatic local landscapes, tranquil seascapes and views across the many harbours.
Ile de Re property can often be found amid the bustling harbourside villages. Fresh seafood, especially oysters and mussels, are a local speciality and numerous restaurants can be found throughout the island. Seafood can also be bought direct from the quays, or in the daily markets in the main towns, alongside fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts and general wares.
Ile de Re property is easily accessible from the UK via the nearby town of La Rochelle located on the mainland. Regular flights run direct from the UK, and Ile de Re is only a short boat ride away, or a short drive across the toll bridge that links the island to the mainland.
As a general rule, Ile de Re property is cheaper inland, away from the beaches, but all locations on the island offer an excellent potential for rental income. While the coastal locations offer picturesque harbours and long sandy beaches offering many opportunities for watersports, inland Ile de Re property can be found nearer to the many cycle or hiking routes that pass through the most breathtaking landscapes Ile de Re has to offer. However, whether you choose coast or inland, the bustling harbours and sunlit beaches are never more than a short journey away.
There are 10 communes in which to buy Ile de Re property, each of which has something different to offer. From east to west these are Rivedoux-Plage, La Flotte, Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, Saint-Martin-de-Ré, Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré, La Couarde-sur-Mer, Loix, Ars-en-Ré, Saint-Clément-des-Baleines and finally, Les Portes-en-Ré.
The most vibrant area to buy Ile de Re property is within the lively port of St. Martin, which is not only the main port on the island, but also the centre for nightlife. Nearby La Flotte offers a wide variety of shops, many of which are open late. These two centres offer the largest and most extensive choice of facilities, such as restaurants and café-bars, and sports and leisure activities. Ile de Re property also offers a chance to buy into a lifestyle of warm summer days on the beaches, and moonlit walks along the quayside to the music of the numerous buskers.
Though Ile de Re’s economy is based largely on seafood and shellfish, and, in modern times, tourism, much of the Ile de Re property is in style, if not always in age, based on a traditional style which bears testament to the long cultural history of the island.
When the Romans first came to the island they found an archipelago of three islands- the waters between have now been reclaimed by natural silting and human activity. Since the occupation of the Romans, the island has been governed by many varied individuals and nations, including, briefly, the British in 1627. Soon after this the port of St Martin, where Ile de Re property can be found, was heavily fortified. The remains of these fortifications can still be seen to the present day, and led to its usage as a depot for convicts on their way to penal colonies.
The Germans, too, added fortifications and bunkers which now dot the island to safeguard against a seaward invasion in WWII. These defences show how strategically important the island once was, and, as the bridge linking the island to La Rochelle was not built until 1987, accounts for the distinct island feel of Ile de Re and its culture, though it is situated only 2km from the French mainland.
Though some Ile de Re property can be fairly expensive, this is solely due to the islands popularity both with the French and the wider world, attracting visitors as diverse as presidents and film stars. Ile de re property offers a chance to buy on a beautiful island with outstanding sandy beaches and picturesque fishing villages with all the facilities of the 21st century, and all in a beautiful sunny climate.
Other Local Areas
Other areas that you may wish to consider include:
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Ile de Re Property : 34 |
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118383 |
| Ile de Re Apartment |
Martin de Re |
| Perfect apartment for first time buyer or for rental, consisting of: kitchen with dining area living room with alcove, bedroom, bathroom, st .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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273,000 |
1 |
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118384 |
| Ile de Re Apartment |
Ste Marie de re |
| Beautifully restored apartment featuring a vast living room with fireplace, fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom. .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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288,000 |
2 |
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118385 |
| Ile de Re Bungalow |
Rivedoux Plage |
| Bungalow located in Rivedoux Plage, featuring living room, fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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330,000 |
2 |
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118388 |
| Ile de Re House |
La Flotte |
| House located near the sea and the village featuring: 2 living rooms, fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, pleasant garden and a vast under .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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374,000 |
2 |
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118386 |
| Ile de Re House |
La Flotte |
Village house with a 92m2 courtyard garden.
The 92m2 accommodation is arranged over 2 floors, including: south west facing livin .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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410,000 |
2 |
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118387 |
| Ile de Re House |
Ste Marie de re |
| House on a plot of 342m2, consisting of 3 bedrooms, bathroom, independent garage with parking for 3 cars, garden and patio. .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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447,000 |
3 |
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118389 |
| Ile de Re House |
Le Bois Plage En Re |
| This 96m2 charming accommodation has oodles of character and includes, on the ground floor: large living room with exposed beams, stone wall .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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470,000 |
2 |
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118405 |
| Ile de Re Plot |
Rivedoux Plage |
| Sea facing building plot of 649m2 with the possibility of building a 194m2 property, with a swimming pool. .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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486,000 |
0 |
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118409 |
| Ile de Re Plot |
Rivedoux Plage |
| Sea facing building plot of 687m2 with the potential of 206m2 property with plenty of room for a swimming pool. .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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514,000 |
0 |
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118411 |
| Ile de Re Bungalow |
Ste Marie de re |
| Pleasant bungalow in a quiet area featuring: living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, one with a mezzanine, 2 bathrooms, garage, on 321m2 of land. .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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515,000 |
3 |
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118413 |
| Ile de Re Bungalow |
La Flotte |
| Bungalow with a living area of 104m2, consisting of a lounge with open kitchen, corridor, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, office, laundry and a 25m2 s .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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550,000 |
3 |
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118414 |
| Ile de Re House |
Le Bois Plage en Re |
| Country located property at the heart of bicycle routes, this house is ideal for holidays. The living room is light and opens onto a patio a .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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556,000 |
3 |
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118417 |
| Ile de Re House |
Le Bois Plage en Re |
| House situated in an enclosed garden of dry rock walls, which is not overlooked. It offers 4 bedrooms, including 2 on the ground floor, 2 ba .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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577,000 |
4 |
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118415 |
| Ile de Re House |
Le Bois Plage en Re |
| Beautiful newly constructe house with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room with fireplace, west facing garden and garage. To be fin .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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577,000 |
4 |
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118419 |
| Ile de Re House |
La Flotte |
| Nice location for this vast house featuring 40m2 living room with fireplace, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, garage, large basement, and outbuildi .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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580,000 |
4 |
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118425 |
| Ile de Re House |
La Flotte |
| Property built in 1993 with small garden, 2 studios and a swimming pool. 195m2 of living space comprising: living/dining room, equipped kitc .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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639,000 |
4 |
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118420 |
| Ile de Re House |
Le Bois Plage en Re |
| Located at the heart of the I’lle de ré, house with garden, offering 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, garage parking, heated floors, terracotta tile .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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642,000 |
5 |
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118421 |
| Ile de Re House |
St Martin De Re |
| Located in the village, an authentic rétaise house full of charm, with an enclosed stone walled garden, 3 bedrooms and a bathroom. .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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685,000 |
3 |
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118423 |
| Ile de Re House |
St Martin De Re |
| Located near to the beach is this beautiful renovated house which offers a swimming pool, wooden terrace, landscaped garden, 3 bedrooms, 2 b .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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730,000 |
3 |
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118380 |
| Ile de Re House |
La Flotte |
| Close to shops and port, traditional house, with wide open terrace and garden, 4 bedrooms including 2 on the ground floor, 3 bathrooms, equi .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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777,000 |
4 |
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118479 |
| Ile de Re House |
Ste Marie de re |
Attractive village house with outbuildings, set in 280m2 of land with courtyard.
164m2 of accommodation (to refresh) with origin .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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802,000 |
5 |
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118427 |
| Ile de Re House |
Ste Marie de re |
Charming, quaint, dream village house in the heart of La Noue.
This is a true family home with 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living r .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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802,000 |
5 |
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118426 |
| Ile de Re House |
La Flotte |
| Located in a wooded park of more than 1 hectare, this contemporary house with vast living rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and swimming pool w .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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812,000 |
3 |
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118429 |
| Ile de Re Villa |
La Flotte |
| Lovely villa, with large rooms, built around a large swimming pool, features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fitted kitchen, very large garage and .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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905,000 |
4 |
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118482 |
| Ile de Re House |
La Flotte |
| Attractive recently built house with swimming pool, set in 505m2 of garden. The 163m2 of accommodation includes: living room with fireplace, .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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925,000 |
4 |
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118431 |
| Ile de Re Villa |
Ste Marie de re |
| Large south facing villa with swimming pool, jacuzzi, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathroooms, a nice wine cellar, lots of storage space and 942m2 garden. .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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960,000 |
4 |
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118434 |
| Ile de Re House |
Ste Marie de re |
| Property built in 1984 with garden and swimming pool, in an ideal location close to the sea, the bedrooms enjoying sea views. The 212m2 livi .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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963,000 |
5 |
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118436 |
| Ile de Re Villa |
Les Portes en Re |
| Single-storey house, built in 1990, with a quarter acre garden and swimming pool. The property offers 167m2 of living space and comprises of .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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1,170,000 |
4 |
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118381 |
| Ile de Re Villa |
Marie de Re |
Newly-built house with a quarter acre garden and swimming pool, in an ideal location just 100m from the beach.
Offering 236m2 of .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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1,170,000 |
5 |
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118464 |
| Ile de Re House |
Sainte Marie de Re |
| Elegant character family house, with swimming pool and garden, close to the beaches of the Ile de Re. The house is in good condition and has .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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1,250,000 |
4 |
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118437 |
| Ile de Re Plot |
La Flotte |
| Building plot of 809m2 located in the centre of the village. .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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1,290,000 |
0 |
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118439 |
| Ile de Re House |
St Martin De Re |
| Very rare! Unique property located on the port of Saint Martin, with a breathtaking view of the port. There is a fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms, .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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1,367,000 |
2 |
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118382 |
| Ile de Re Commercial Property (other) |
La Flotte |
| Hotel in the heart of the village, near the port and shops. Composed of a large living room, kitchen, office, 11 bedrooms, all with bathroom .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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1,820,000 |
13 |
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118465 |
| Ile de Re Villa |
Les Portes en Re |
| Located between the beaches and golf courses are thest 2 bright and comfortable, identical houses which have been built on a large lot of 2, .... <more_info> |
| Property on Ile de Re |
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2,120,000 |
7 |
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