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Wow factor 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Carcassonne, Occitanie
Ref 253964
Luxuriously restored 3 storey historical Chateau with separate guest house and outbuildings, all residing in over 5 hectares of glorious gardens, amazing infinity pool, land and a lake, located nea...
3,280,000 EUR
Grand 13 bedroom Chateau for sale with panoramic view in Cognac, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253816
Fabulous Nineteenth Century French Chateau, full of character and charm, built in 1880 for a famous local family, this stunning listed chateau is beautifully set within an idyllic setting on the ba...
2,950,000 EUR
Beautiful 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Sarrazac, Thiviers, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253798
Beautifully renovated 3 storey, 4 bedroom exceptional house with outbuildings, all nestling in 16 hectares of glorious land with gardens, pool and woods, while enjoying far reaching countryside vie...
1,200,000 EUR
Waterfront 6 bedroom House for sale with sea view in Port Grimaud, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253765
Luxuriously renovated Double Fisherman's House, located in a sought-after, quiet, and leafy area of the desirable waterfront town of Port Grimaud. It comprises: On the ground floor: - an entrance...
3,700,000 EUR
Beautiful 12 bedroom, 250 year old French Bastide nestling in 5 hectares of land
Ref 253610
Nestling in 5 hectares of glorious land with expansive pool, gardens, equestrian facilities and riverbank, is this beautiful country house comprising of a main house, two separate apartments, and a...
800,000 EUR
Beautiful 12 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Ariege, Occitanie
Ref 253609
Nestling in 5 hectares of glorious land with expansive pool, gardens, equestrian facilities and riverbank, is this beautiful country house comprising of a main house, two separate apartments, and a...
800,000 EUR
Historical 14 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Montignac de Lauzun, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253593
Magnificent Eighteenth Century Chateau, superbly renovated and featuring a seven-bedroom main residence, three gites, each with two bedrooms, and a one bed pigeonnier, set in an estate of over 13 a...
1,508,000 EUR
Unique 8 bedroom Chateau for sale in Monsegur, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253591
Surrounded by 66 hectares of glorious land with two lakes and fruit trees, is this exquisite 3 storey, 8 bedroom French chateau with separate guest house, outbuildings, lush mature gardens and expa...
2,520,000 EUR
Beautiful 11 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside views in Chavanat, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253544
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Delightful French chateau and estate set in over 50 acres in the enchanting Creuse-Limousin countryside, close to the village of Chavanat, all bordered by a serene river. The property features a ...
1,350,000 EUR
Unique Manor House for sale with panoramic and lake or river views in Angouleme, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253494
Unique property enjoying an exceptional natural setting at the gateway to Angouleme, set on a rocky spur overlooking its own private 10-hectare lake. This magical property was formerly a private ...
3,180,000 EUR
Stunning Chateau for sale with countryside view in Poitiers, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253491
Exceptional Eighteenth Century French chateau for sale set in an estate of over 275 acres with hotel and equestrian facilities and excellent income potential. Located 30 minutes from Poitiers (TG...
10,300,000 EUR
Stunning 15 bedroom Chateau for sale with panoramic and countryside views in Brantome, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253463
Outstanding Seventeenth Century country chateau and estate near Brantome set in 138 acres. This extraordinary historic and versatile property would make a very fine private residence or hospit...
5,000,000 EUR
Income Potential 12 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Ariege, Occitanie
Ref 253418
Nestling in 5 hectares of glorious land with expansive pool, gardens, equestrian facilities and riverbank, is this beautiful country house comprising of a main house, two separate apartments, and a...
800,000 EUR
Unique 8 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in L'Isle Jourdain, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253410
Fantastic opportunity to acquire a spacious 4 bedroom villa, two 2 bedroom gites, a fully licensed bar and restaurant and outbuildings, all nestling in 40 hectares of glorious land with an 84 acre ...
2,004,500 EUR
7 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Aix en Provence, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253409
Unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional 7 bedroom luxury property nestling in nearly 14 acres of glorious land with beautiful gardens, a lake and an olive grove, enjoying far reaching countrys...
10,900,000 EUR
Beautiful 8 bedroom Mill  For Sale by Auction, near Bordeaux with Countryside Views.
Ref 253355
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For sale by auction, a spacious and beautifully restored mill with classic charm and contemporary comfort in a village setting yet close to Bordeaux. Originally Listed at EUR 2,500,000 Presale E...
1,000,000 EUR
Character 5 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Saint Pey de Castets, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253340
Prestigious domaine with rich history dating back to 1554 and beyond, once serving as a gathering place for the affluent bourgeoisie and nobility involved in commerce. This is a grand project awa...
1,300,000 EUR
6 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Lalinde, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253168
Wonderful opportunity to acquire a beautiful authentic 5 bedroom Manor House with one bedroom annex and outbuildings, nestling in over 60 acres of glorious land with a lake, equestrian facilities, ...
1,958,000 EUR
Income Potential 12 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Camon, Ariege, Occitanie
Ref 253030
Nestling in 5 hectares of glorious land with expansive pool, gardens, equestrian facilities and riverbank, is this beautiful country house comprising of a main house, two separate apartments, and a...
890,000 EUR
Income Potential 12 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Camon, Ariege, Occitanie
Ref 252881
Nestling in 5 hectares of glorious land with expansive pool, gardens, equestrian facilities and riverbank, is this beautiful country house comprising of a main house, two separate apartments, and a...
800,000 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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