French Chateau under One Million EUR
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Grand 16 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Fanjeaux, Occitanie
Ref 252271
Outstanding Medieval Chateau, steeped in nearly 800 years of history, set in a beautiful estate of 45 acres. This remarkable estate offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history, combining ...
1,980,000 EUR
Character 5 bedroom Manor House for sale in Prayssac, Occitanie
Ref 252270
Unique opportunity to acquire a wonderful 3 storey, 5 bedroom manor house with separate 2 bedroom cottage, nestling in over 9 acres of glorious land with pool, tennis court and vineyard situated on...
1,320,000 EUR
Income Producing 11 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Grezillac, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 252180
Rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional Estate nestling in over 4 acres of glorious land with gardens and pools, while enjoying countryside views from its peaceful location near Grezillac. Sit...
1,790,000 EUR
Stylish 6 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Cognac, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 252118
Stylishly renovated 6 bedroom historical Chateau nestling in nearly four acres of glorious land with gardens and vineyards, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near C...
1,290,000 EUR
34 bedroom Chateau for sale in Jura, Bourgogne Franche Comte
Ref 251963
Recommended
Only a 45 min drive from Geneva (90 km) or 10 mins by helicopter, circled by a mountain chain allowing the sun to shine over the property, an exceptional and historic chateau and its 6 outbuildings...
53,000,000 EUR
Income Producing 19 bedroom Chateau Monastery for sale with Panoramic Views in Ariege, Occitanie
Ref 251953
Historic Tenth Century Benedictine monastery with fairy-tale features and offering excellent income and lifestyle opportunities. This thousand year old property is totally secluded, surrounded by...
2,400,000 EUR
Beautiful 4 Bedroom Manor House for Sale with Countryside Views in Vancais,
Ref 251887
Recommended
Beautiful 4 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside views in Vancais. This historic home with its unique architectural features offers the opportunity to enjoy a slice of French history. It ...
429,000 EUR
Income Producing 11 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Brantome, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 251825
Outstanding Perigourdine Manor house, a rare property close to the historic town Brantome known as the "Venice of the Perigord Vert". The ensemble is currently enjoyed as a main residence of fift...
1,350,000 EUR
22 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Ceton, Normandy
Ref 251792
Beautifully preserved 22 bedroom chateau/manor house with various old farm buildings, nestling in nearly 8 acres of glorious land, while enjoying far reaching 360 degree countryside views from its ...
2,390,000 EUR
Wow factor 31 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Le Pont Chretien Chabenet, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 251789
Nestling in 15.5 hectares of glorious land with beautiful gardens, tennis court and pool, is this exceptional renovated 15th century chateau with an independent conference centre, 3 character house...
5,500,000 EUR
Income Producing 10 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Saint Clar, Occitanie
Ref 251755
Exceptional and historic estate, ideal for generating income whilst enjoying life in a beautiful setting in South West France. With excellent potiential for hosting guests and events, this prope...
3,380,000 EUR
9 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Saint Chartier, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 251739
Full of charm and character is this exceptional 4 storey, 9 bedroom historical French Chateau with private Chapel, nestling in nearly 6 acres of glorious land and gardens, while enjoying far reachi...
3,750,000 EUR
16 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in St Antonin de Sommaire, Verneuil sur Avre, Normandy
Ref 251633
Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully refurbished 16 bedroom French Chateau with outbuildings, nestling in 14 acres of glorious land with gardens and fruit trees near Verneuil sur Avre, in the ...
1,470,000 EUR
Authentic Chateau for sale with countryside view in Dunkirk, Hauts de France
Ref 251597
Listed as a Historic Monument is this spacious and elegant French Chateau, nestling in 4.5 hectares of glorious land, located in Dunkirk. Situated in the North of France, close to the sea, this s...
2,650,000 EUR
Spacious Chateau for sale with countryside view in Angers, Pays de la Loire
Ref 251596
Enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near Angers, is this elegant and sophisticated classical French Chateau with outbuildings, nestling in 28 hectares of glorious lan...
1,650,000 EUR
Income Potential 7 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Bourges, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 251594
Nestling in 13 hectares of glorious land with outbuildings is this beautifully renovated 7 bedroom historical Chateau located near Bourges. Situated In the heart of France, Berry, 280 km from Pari...
1,500,000 EUR
Project Castle for sale with countryside view in Lillebonne, Rouen, Normandy
Ref 251592
Wonderful opportunity to acquire a beautiful 19th Century French Chateau nestling in 3.5 acres of glorious land, while enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location in Lilebonn...
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Grand 10 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Mont, Orthez, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 251466
Elegant 12th Century 10 Bedroom Chateau with guest house, annexe and numerous outbuildings to be renovated; a unique business opportunity. Just a short drive from the market town of Orthez, this m...
675,000 EUR
Character 10 bedroom Chateau for sale in Mont, Orthez, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 251465
Elegant 12th Century medieval 10 Bedroom Chateau with guest houses and numerous outbuildings to renovate with huge commercial potential. Just a short drive from the market town of Orthez, this mag...
850,000 EUR
Wow factor 12 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Limoux, Occitanie
Ref 251422
Absolutely exquisite 12 bedroom Neo Classical historical Chateau with separate apartment, nestling in 2.5 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with pool, ideally located near all amenities in Limou...
1,100,000 EUR
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Buying a Property in France

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.

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