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Quiet 5 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 236795
Recommended
Magnificent villa set within a large and beautifully landscaped plot of 7,490m2 with a swimming pool and various terraces, ideally located in an exclusive and private guarded domain in Mougins, wit...
3,140,000 EUR
Immaculate 5 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 236768
Absolutely exceptional single storey luxury villas nestling in nearly a hectare of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool and tennis court, enjoying fantastic panoramic sea views from its ...
12,900,000 EUR
Lovingly Maintained 4 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 235350
Full of character and charm, this lovely 4 bedroom villa is ideally situated within a closed domain in Mougins. With a total spacious living area of 360m2, which is set out mostly on a single lev...
2,350,000 EUR
6 bedroom Villa for sale in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 235092
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100% OFF MARKET BEAUTIFUL STONE PROPERTY WITH VILLAGE VIEW Located in a private residence and close to the international school and golf courses, an attractive and fully renovated 18th century sto...
6,500,000 EUR
Beautiful 4 bedroom Villa for sale in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 219825
Delightful Balinese-inspired villa in a peaceful residential district of Mougins, with swimming pool and an exotic garden. This 200m2 property is in excellent condition and includes a large recep...
2,000,000 EUR
5 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 187419
A most desirable neo- Provencale character villa with 5 bedrooms in Mougins, situated in the heart of a prestigious gated domain, with a pleasing open view of the countryside. The property com...
3,800,000 EUR
8 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 187355
Gorgeous and substantial villa with a vast living area of 650m2, located in the historic centre of the old village of Mougins, in the heart of the classified area. This outstanding stone built hom...
16,500,000 EUR
6 bedroom Villa for sale in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 187291
Grand and spacious 6 bedroom villa with a living area of 350m2 with lovely features which include a beautiful living room with fireplace and access onto the terrace and the swimming pool area, 6 b...
1,895,000 EUR
5 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 187285
Spacious and modern newly built villa, situated within a quiet and peaceful area in Mougins, in a dominant setting with open views. - Living area of 320m2 + 150m2 of annexes - Spacious reception ...
2,990,000 EUR
7 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Collines, Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 187186
Prestigious villa set within a dominating position with super sea views towards the sea, Cannes, Lerins Islands and the bay of La Napoule. Located just a short walk to the Old Village and in one of...
5,900,000 EUR
4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 179720
An impressive villa made of natural stone which consists of a unique provencale style exterior and contemporary design internally. Exclusive location in a quiet prestigious neighbourhood – just ...
1,800,000 EUR
Bright 4 bedroom House for sale in Pibonson, Mougins, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 248817
Ideally situated in the highly popular area of Pibonson, in Mougins, and close to all amenities, this spacious 4 bedroom house is in a privileged location close to everything needed. With a livin...
1,315,000 EUR
Character 8 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Pibonson, Mougins, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 244695
Situated right in the heart of the quiet residential area of Pibonson, in Mougins, this bright and spacious stone built home has a lovely living area of 340m2 which consists of a main part of 255m2...
1,550,000 EUR
8 bedroom House for sale with sea view with Income Potential in Le Cannet, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 247818
Enjoying wonderful panoramic sea views from its prestigious elevated location on the hills above Le Cannet, is this outstanding 8 bedroom Provencal style Bastide with guest house, nestling in over ...
8,400,000 EUR
Bright 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic view in Le Cannet, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 247790
Bright and spacious 2 bedroom apartment, which is ideally situated within a prestigious and secure residence in Le Cannet, with a caretaker, tennis court and swimming pool. With a terrace of 65m2 ...
680,000 EUR
7 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view with Income Potential in Le Cannet, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 247464
Ideally located on the heights of Cannes, is this exceptional 7 bedroom luxury villa with separate annexes, nestling in over an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with expansive pool while enjoyi...
8,400,000 EUR
Immaculate 6 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view and sea view in Le Cannet, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 247450
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Elegant and spacious 6 bedroom villa, which is ideally situated right in the heart of the sought after residential district of Le Cannet, with a bright and spacious living area of over 400m2 with b...
5,950,000 EUR
Immaculate 5 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view and countryside view in Le Cannet, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 247287
Ideally located on the hills of Le Cannet, in a dominant position overlooking the sea, this beautiful modern villa, with a living area of around 300m2, has recently been completely renovated in a c...
3,295,000 EUR
Bright 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic view and sea view in Le Cannet, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 247216
Situated within a luxury residence in the upper part of Le Cannet, close to Breguieres and Chemin des Collines, this bright south-facing apartment has a bright living area of around 98m2, which com...
990,000 EUR
Immaculate 2 bedroom Apartment for sale in Le Cannet, Cote d'Azur French Riviera
Ref 246843
Unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional 2 bedroom luxury apartment, enjoying uninterrupted sea views from its peaceful location near all amenities in Le Cannet. This beautiful residence is pe...
690,000 EUR
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Area Guide

The village of Mougins is located in the Alpes-Maritimes department in the Southeast of France, and just a 15 minute drive from the famously elegant resort of Cannes. Mougins is both picturesque, surrounded by forests and dramatic scenery, and historic, with much of the property in Mougins being full of traditional character. The village itself consists of a great many older houses, lining narrow cobbled streets, dotted with rainbows of flowers and carefully planted trees which provide blissful shade on the hottest of Provencal days. Seemingly around every corner is a statue, both ancient and modern, and all roads in Mougins do not lead to Rome, but rather a spectacular fountain at the very heart of the old town. Property in Mougins is located in one of the prettiest hilltop villages in the area, but has much more to offer than just a beautiful village with spectacular views of the sea, mountains and countryside.

Mougins can boast links to, arguably, some of the most famous names of the 20th century. Pablo Picasso spent the last 12 years of his life living in a property in Mougins, choosing a ‘mas’ (farmhouse) at Notre-Dame-de-Vie. This small hilltop beside the old village is crowned by a 12th century chapel of the same name, and Picasso’s property in Mougins boasts spectacular views across the historic centre and to the Bay of Cannes beyond, which, no doubt, inspired his art. Picasso’s studio can be found in the old village, and possibly the most famous property in Mougins now serves the community as the tourist office. Another property in Mougins that was once a studio is that of Fernand Léger, which is located above what is now the village wine shop.

As with much of the region, food and wine are important to the culture of the area, but few places more so than Mougins, famed, as it is, for its numerous gourmet restaurants. The village hosts the ‘International Gastronomy Festival of Mougins’ ('Les Étoiles de Mougins’) every September, and several famous chefs have managed restaurants in the village. One of the restaurants, L’Amandier, is housed in perhaps the most important property in Mougins, which was the court house of the Monks of Saint Honorat in the Middle Ages, before being transformed into an almond mill in the 18th/19th centuries, leading to the name of the restaurant.

Due to the close proximity of the village to Cannes, many big Hollywood names, both past and present, have been known to frequent the village. Mougins is one of those rare places where luxury and tranquillity combine seamlessly, and much of the property in Mougins can boast of famous names beneath its roof. For many years Elizabeth Taylor hosted charity dinners for the Hollywood elite, and today Mougins is the perfect place to ‘rub shoulders with the stars’.

Property is Mougins is diverse, with large private estates suitable for the Hollywood greats, character-filled farmhouses located in the tranquil countryside, surrounded by pine forests and olive groves, and historic village houses and apartments. Some of the property in Mougins dates to the medieval period, when the village was under the control of the Monks of Saint Honorat. During this period, Mougins was a fortified village, with ramparts and a medieval wall with three gate towers. While many of these fortifications were destroyed in the 18th century, during the War of Austrian Succession, parts of the medieval wall and the Porte Sarrazine gate tower still stand. The old town was substantially extended in the early 19th century, and often village property in Mougins dates from this period, in charming narrow flower-filled streets. One of the attractions of property in Mougins is the spectacular scenery. The 260m height of the village allows 360-degree views over the Côte d'Azur. To the south there are sea views of the Mediterranean and the Bay of Cannes, to the northeast the Maritime Alps provide a stunning backdrop to the village, and to the northwest lies the village of Grasse, famous for its perfumeries and fields of lavender and roses.

In the countryside surrounding the village, property in Mougins can be found near to the beautifully maintained golf courses of the Royal Mougins Golf Resort and the Cannes-Mougins Golf Club. Beyond L’Etang de Fontmerie, which provides a large open area surrounding a small, shallow lake filled with lotus flowers, perfect for strolls and picnics, is the Valmasque Forest, which covers 427 hectares and almost surrounds the village, and is perfect for hiking and horse riding.

Despite the historic feel of the old town, property in Mougins offers a wealth of nearby facilities. As well as the elegant and modern facilities of Cannes, just a short drive away, the village has its own international school, supermarket and small shopping mall to serve the population of almost 20,000. In addition, the village’s connection with famous artists and long history ensure that there are also a great many cultural facilities. The Mougins Museum of Cultural Art was opened in May 2011 and displays a vast collection of Roman, Egyptian and Greek antiquities, alongside modern and contemporary art with a classical theme, including works by Picasso, Matisse and Damien Hirst. Among many other galleries and museums, the Galerie Elegance also exhibits work by French artists, and the long history of the village is arguably best seen by visiting some of the more important historic property in Mougins, such as the 11th century church of Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur in the heart of the village.

Property in Mougins can be easily reached by car, train and bus from Cannes. The nearest airport, Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, is just 18km away, with both domestic and international flights.

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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