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Project 2 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in La Chartre sur le Loir, Pays de la Loire
Ref 253713
Rare opportunity to acquire a 2 bedroom listed Manor house with outbuildings to restore, nestling in 72 hectares of glorious land with wood and streams, located near all amenities in La Chartre sur...
465,000 EUR
Character 4 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Bourgueil, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 253647
Beautiful character Fifteenth Century manor house in the heart of the Loire Valley between Tours and Angers in a lovely setting and within walking distance of of local amenities. This delightful ...
895,000 EUR
Unique 7 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Vendome, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 253579
Unique opportunity to acquire troglodytic accommodation comprising five dwellings with gardens and river access, enjoying scenic countryside views from its location near Vendome. Situated 15 km f...
749,000 EUR
Character 11 bedroom Maison Bourgois for sale in Loudun, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 253552
Impressive Maison Bourgeois with 11 bedrooms and handsome character features close to the heart of the town with spectacular views to chateau. The spacious 550m2 property includes: -Three ground ...
699,950 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
8 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Tours, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 253170
Recommended
Wonderful opportunity to acquire an exceptional 8 bedroom architect designed house with 2 apartments and equestrian facilities, nestling in over 55 acres of glorious land while enjoying far reachin...
975,000 EUR
8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Loches, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 252939
Enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near Loches, is this beautiful 8 bedroom authentic chateau, nestling in 3.5 hectares of glorious land with gardens, outbuildings ...
1,100,000 EUR
Income Producing 8 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Chinon, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 252479
A versatile character property in the Loire Valley in a peaceful setting in the countryside, just a short distance from a local town with all amenities and a good choice of market towns nearby alon...
725,000 EUR
Income Potential 9 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Tours, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 252428
Recommended
Beautifully restored 3 storey, 8 bedroom historical Chateau with separate cottage, nestling in 18 hectares of glorious land with gardens, pool, woods, equestrian facilities and outbuildings, while...
1,780,000 EUR
Character 6 bedroom Manor House for sale with panoramic view in Saumur, Pays de la Loire
Ref 252370
Exceptional 6 bedroom stone-built chateau, situated in a quiet neighbourhood in the heart of a historic town, close to Saumur and to all amenities, this has a spacious living area of 430m2 and is s...
1,276,600 EUR
Income Producing 25 bedroom Commercial Property for sale with countryside view in Blois, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 252040
Unique opportunity to acquire a beautiful 25 bedroom hotel set in over an acre of glorious landscaped gardens with pool, ideally located in a peaceful area near Blois. Situated in the heart of the...
1,591,200 EUR
Character 4 bedroom House for sale in Montoire sur le Loir, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 251157
Character home for sale in Loir et Cher department, in the heart of the popular village of Troo on the banks of the Loir river. This 255m2 character property offers comfortable accommodation for ...
532,000 EUR
Character 15 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Blois, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 250868
Enchanting French chateau in a delightful wooded estate near Blois. This spacious property dates back to the Sixteenth and Nineteenth Century with 4 separate guest lodges in wooded parkland of 19...
1,960,000 EUR
Authentic 3 bedroom House for sale in Tours, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 250604
Surrounded by over 54 acres of glorious fields and woodlands is this charming 3 bedroom house set in beautiful landscaped gardens with pool and outbuildings, enjoying far reaching countryside views...
745,500 EUR
Character 13 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Tours, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 250577
Charming 13 bedroom Loire chateau set in a 15 acre estate in a peaceful rural location on the outskirts of a vibrant village with amenities and very well placed for making the most of all the Loi...
2,430,000 EUR
Exclusive 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Saumur, Pays de la Loire
Ref 249745
Recommended
Charming and exquisite 5 bedroom country property with a mill-house, set within 4.25 hectares of land and located just 30 minutes from Saumur, right in the heart of the Loire valley. The property...
996,000 EUR
Income Producing 5 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Loches, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 249621
Recommended
Impressive family residence in an exceptional location in the heart of the popular market town of Loches. This beautiful historic restored character property comes with 5 bedrooms and is idea...
900,000 EUR
Grand 13 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Blois, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 249619
Charming and beautifully renovated Nineteenth Century chateau with guest lodge, set in an estate of 105 acres right in the heart of the Loire valley between Blois and Amboise with excellent acces...
2,275,000 EUR
7 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Azay le Rideau, Centre Val de Loire
Ref 249228
Charming 7 bedroom historical Manor house with outbuildings, nestling in nearly 2 hectares of glorious land while enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near Azay le Rid...
980,000 EUR
Unique 10 bedroom House for sale with lake or river view in La Chartre sur le Loir, Pays de la Loire
Ref 249227
Unique opportunity to acquire a beautifully converted historical mill with separate cottage and outbuildings, set in 1.5 acres of glorious land alongside the river near La Chartre sur le Loir. Thi...
750,750 EUR
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Area Guide

The Loire Valley has long been famous for the beauty of its scenery and the numerous attractive buildings. The area has one of the largest concentrations of manor houses and chateaux, drawing in thousands of tourists each year.

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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