Immaculate 7 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view and sea view views in Villefranche sur Mer, Cote d'Azur French Riviera

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Reference: 245138

Bedrooms: 7
Floor Size: 800 m2
Plot Size: 0.57 hectares / 1.41 acres

Features

Private Pool
Hot Tub or Sauna
Fireplace
Possible Extra Dwellings
Sea View
Panoramic View
Traditional Style
Good Condition
Garden

Details

In pristine condition throughout, this superb 7 bedroom home offers stunning bird's eye views of the bay of Villefranche and Cap Ferrat.

Set in an exceptional private setting and with a rare timeless distinction, the lush exteriors are rivalled only by the exquisitely designed interiors.

The property, which was designed by a famous architect, was renovated thoroughly by the present owner using the finest craftsmen and materials available.

This generous home offers a delightful day area with a living room, library, drawing room, dining room, extensive kitchen/breakfast room, plus a double master bedroom, 5 suites and a study in addition to a home cinema with adjoining wine cellar.

The indoor leisure area is fitted with a retractable countercurrent swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, steam room and a shower. Plus: adjoining caretaker's house, ample staff accommodation, covered parking for 7 cars and additional parking facilities.

The garden is a work of art with each plant and its place chosen with care and knowledge: bergamot, citrus, kumquat and orange trees adorn the garden under the majestic pine trees, alongside a skilfully composed mix of Mediterranean vegetation and a rose garden. The pool area benefits from 20m of jade green water, and a breathtaking view of Cap Ferrat and the bays on either side.

FEATURES
Swimming Pool
Bowling Green
Alarm System
Caretaker House
Jacuzzi
Fireplace
Hot Tub
No Work
Excellent Condition
Land: 5,700m2
Panoramic Sea 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.