Lovingly Maintained 5 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with panoramic view in Saint Paul de Vence, Cote d'Azur French Riviera

4,250,000 EUR 3,655,000 GBP 4,590,000 USD

Reference: 241911

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Floor Size: 217 m2
Plot Size: 1,137 m2

Features

Terrace
Fireplace
Panoramic View
South Facing
Private
Parking
Good Condition

Details

Authentic Provencal Mas with a breathtaking views of the Mediterranean and the charming town of Saint Paul de Vence, on a 1,137m2 plot of land.

Only 150m from the village, the south-facing property enjoys a green setting, whilst being well served by shops and with easy motorway access.

The property of 272m2, is perfectly maintained whilst maintaining all the classic elements of a Provencal house, with old tiles, yet with all the conveniences of a modern house.

The main level consists of an entrance hall, a large reception room with fireplace, fitted kitchen with handmade tiles, living room/4th bedroom, guest cloakroom and a classroom with shower room.

The upper level has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. A 5th bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a basement are located on the cellar level.

Outside the property there are shaded terraces, a beautiful nursery with automatic watering, a 12 x 6m heated mosaic pool, a pool bar with grill and a carport for 3 vehicles.

Situated at approximately 20 km from Nice, 30 km from Cannes, 15 km from Nice International Airport.

FEATURES
Swimming Pool
Electric Gate
Barbecue
Fireplace
Excellent Condition
Land: 1,137m2
Stunning Unobstructed Views

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France Property Buying Guide

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.