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Character 8 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Lanquais, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253380
Spectacular manor house on the edge of a charming village, rich in ancient architecture, and offering spacious accommodation in a beautiful setting. Amongst its many attractive features, there ar...
1,248,000 EUR
6 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic and sea views with Income Potential in Biot, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253379
Ideally located near all amenities in a sought after area of Biot, is this exceptional 4 bedroom single storey luxury villa with separate 2 bedroom guest house, nestling in nearly 2 acres of beauti...
2,850,000 EUR
6 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic and sea views with Income Potential in Villefranche sur Mer, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253378
Unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional 6 bedroom villa nestling in over one hectares of glorious land, while enjoying panoramic sea views from its prestigious location in Villefranche sur Mer...
14,000,000 EUR
Elegant 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Montreal, Occitanie
Ref 253377
Simply gorgeous country estate of over 10 acres, effortlessly blending historical charm with modern comfort amidst the rolling hills of Gers, Gascony, offering spacious accommodation, breathtaking ...
895,000 EUR
Wow factor 8 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic and sea views in Roquebrune Cap Martin, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253359
Ideally located at the gates of Monaco is this absolutely exceptional 3 storey, 8 bedroom luxuriously restored villa nestling in 2.5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens with pool, while enjoyi...
49,950,000 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
Income Producing 7 bedroom Commercial Property for sale in Monpazier, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253351
Excellent traditional Perigord stone property consisting of three distinct residences, currently operating as a 4-Star rated Gite business, in a tranquil country setting only five minutes from the ...
675,000 EUR
Character 9 bedroom Manor House for sale with panoramic view in Aups, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253348
Impressive three-story bastide offering flexible accommodation with swimming pool and set in over an acre of land in a rural situation within walking distance of the village. The double entrance...
1,250,000 EUR
Waterfront 8 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic and lake or river views in Doussard, Auvergne Rhone Alpes
Ref 253345
Fabulous and spacious waterfront property located in Doussard, just 15 km from the centre of Annecy. Set in a plot of 1,055 m2, this luxury villa offers an idyllic living environment with breathta...
4,200,000 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
Spacious 7 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in La Colle Sur Loup, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253334
Spacious and versatile 7 bedroom property in a great location in a peaceful residential area just a few minutes from the charming village of La Colle-sur-Loup. This 273m2 property offers a rare l...
1,750,000 EUR
8 bedroom House for sale with panoramic and sea views with Income Potential in Antibes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253330
Fabulous 8 bedroom contemporary villa offering a luxurious living environment with a total area of 562 m2, located in the renowned Domaine de Pimeau on the heights of Antibes. The main house, cov...
5,890,000 EUR
4 bedroom House for sale with Income Potential in Issigeac, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253329
Wonderful opportunity to acquire a stylishly renovated 2 bedroom house with two, one bedroom guest houses and outbuildings, all nestling in nearly 16 acres of glorious land with gardens, enjoying f...
1,195,000 EUR
7 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Gontaud de Nogaret, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253328
Wonderful opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored 7 bedroom historical French Chateau with separate guest house, nestling in four acres of glorious gardens with amazing infinity pool while en...
1,049,725 EUR
Authentic 7 bedroom Manor House for sale in Narbonne, Occitanie
Ref 253319
Unique historical 3 storey, 7 bedroom house with garden, ideally located near all amenities in the heart of Narbonne. This 19th Century Bourgeois Mansion was built around 1850 in cut stone and is ...
1,260,000 EUR
Authentic 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Vendome, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 253317
Wonderful opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored 8 bedroom French Chateau with separate 3 storey converted Chapel, all nestling in nearly 5 acres of glorious gardens, pool, woodland and tru...
1,390,000 EUR
6 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Ramatuelle, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253316
In excellent condition is this prestigious 4 bedroom house with 2 bedroom annex, nestling in nearly 1 3/4 acres of beautiful mature gardens with expansive pool, while enjoying scenic countryside vi...
5,490,000 EUR
7 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in La Rochelle, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253312
Wonderful opportunity to acquire a unique architect designed 3 storey, 7 bedroom Art Nouveau villa with annex nestling in nearly 3 acres of glorious land with beautiful gardens and pool, ideally l...
1,950,000 EUR
4 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view with Income Potential in La Colle Sur Loup, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253296
Beautifully presented 3 bedroom single storey Californian style villa with separate one bedroom cottage, nestling in glorious mature gardens, while enjoying panoramic sea views from its location ne...
1,340,000 EUR
6 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Opio, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 253293
Beautiful 6 bedroom villa with separate studio and apartment, nestling in half an acre of glorious landscaped gardens with pool, while enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful loca...
1,750,000 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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