Character 6 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Saint Paul de Vence, Cote d'Azur French Riviera

2,395,000 EUR 2,059,700 GBP 2,586,600 USD

Reference: 243709

Bedrooms: 6
Plot Size: 0.26 hectares / 0.64 acres

Features

Terrace
Garden
Private Pool
Fireplace
Panoramic View
Parking
Walk to Amenities
Traditional Style
Good Condition

Details

Totally renovated in 2019 to a very high standard and enjoying many original details as well as a quality location, This charming home, which dates from the 18th Century, has beautiful sea views and is in a quiet setting close to the lovely village of Saint Paul de Vence.

This charming farmhouse, with a total area of approximately 220m2, is a beautiful and rare example of Provencal heritage. Built on a beautiful and rich plot of about 2,600m2, the property exudes an exquisite charm and an atmosphere perfectly suited to the quality of life of the area.

Divided into 2 wings, the original wing to the south and a second wing to the east, which was added in the 1970s, and connected by a large covered terrace built around a thousand-year-old olive tree that grows through the roof.

This property benefits from 6 bedrooms and many living spaces to gather and relax. A recently redone swimming pool, a large outdoor terrace, a custom-made wine cellar, numerous olive, mandarin and other citrus trees, automatic watering and parking for 4-5 cars complete this exceptional offer.

FEATURES
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Lighting
Irrigation Sprinkler
Fireplace
Parking
Terraces
Entrance
Land: 2,600m2
Quiet Area
Panoramic Views
Beautifully Refurbished

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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.