New property in Menton: Hambury Palace, your exclusive studio apartment in Menton on the sea front (last units available)

Just imagine… The trendiest boutiques, the excellent restaurants, the lively café terraces and the famous seafront with its beaches… All a few yards from your door!  Monaco is only 5 minutes away.
And if you feel like it, try your luck at the casino before dinner or dance until dawn. The Hambury Palace, your new address for taking things easy and enjoy the French Riviera at its best.

The development

Hambury Palace has been designed to blend harmoniously into the neighbourhood. The architectural style is resolutely modern, inspired by the legendary past of Menton. A majestic hallway, structured facades and extensive terraces all contribute to the residence’s upmarket charm. Its luxuriant landscaped gardens are designed around a majestic alley of palm trees. This Italian garden is the soul of this very exclusicve development.The pied-a-terres are elegant studio apartments which face south or west.

Some of the features:
Oak parquet floors, reverse air-conditioning, double glazing, electric roller shutters in all rooms, underground parking with remote control access, entry code and video phone

Some examples of prices including VAT  (last apartments available):

Luxury pied-a-terre apartments (28m2 living surface + 8m2 loggia + 8m2 private balcony): 220,000 euros

Rental income can be guaranteed for investors

Delivery: early 2010

Menton, between  Monaco  and the Italian Riviera

Menton is the last stop before the Italian Rivieraand  is part of the coastal agglomeration of the Alpes Maritimes, virtually uninterrupted from Théoule to Menton. It has legendary beaches and being next to Monaco & Italy gives you access to a never-ending list of activities and attractions.

 
Access: By train to the station in Menton or by plane to Nice international airport (many routes from UK and Ireland)

    The development is situated in the Point Zero area of La Grande Motte in a prime location by the Mediterranean sea, yet it is only 20 minutes from central Montpellier and a 10' drive from the international airport. Close to all the shopping facilities of the town centre, it is next to the beach and the famous park land of La Grande Motte (one of the greenest towns in France).

Residence Opale is made of four separate buildings interlinked by a pedestrian mall. All the apartments are bright, contemporary and spacious and come with their own terrace to enjoy the al-fresco lifestyle of Languedoc.

Some of the facilities include:
Electric heating, secured development with video entry-phone,electric shutter blinds, private underground parking with direct lift access, etc.

The properties range from studio to 3 bedroom apartments with terraces from 10 to 40m2 (most apartments are now sold out).

Some examples of last apartments available (prices including VAT and private parking):
1-bedroom  apartment (48m2 living surface +  terrace): 240,000 euros
2-bedroom  apartment (77m2 living surface +  terrace): 420,000 euros
3-bedroom  apartment (90m2 living surface +  terrace): 510,000 euros

The private underground parking is included in the price of property.

10-year construction guarantee + reduced legal fees + delivery early 2010

Nearby Montpellier
In the maze of medieval streets, a number of jealously guarded private mansions will open their courtyard for you: come to Montpellier, the 1000 year-old city and breathe the atmosphere of the past. Today a real cultural melting pot, the capital of the Languedoc welcomes festivals all year round that live up its picturesque lanes and squares. Enjoy this bright city in the sunshine, so alive with its 60,000 students and its crowded and colourful terraces full of activities.-10’ from the sea and the beaches

The region

  The Languedoc is one of today’s most popular tourist destinations and has also become, over recent years, the ideal place to start a business. Montpellier acts as a true driving force, casting its aura over neighbouring towns. Those towns like Fabregues draw full benefit from this growth whilst remaining entirely authentic. These towns are set on the Domitian road and have been renowned as a land of welcome and passage since Roman times. All year round, there is a buzz of activity created by the numerous associations that make the town a pleasant place to live in all year round. As an added bonus, it’s just a stone’s throw from Palavas-les-Flots, Camon beach, Vic-la-Gardiole and Frontignan, offering all the pleasures of the Mediterranean coast.

An area that is full of places to discover, a simple walk will offer you splendid views over the Vic lagoon nature reserve and the world-famous vineyards. An ideal opportunity for those who appreciate good wines and food to discover the delights of the frontignan sweet wines or the fresh seafood from the Thau lagoon.

Access
Flights from UK and Ireland to Beziers, Montpellier, Nimes and Carcassonne airports (many low costs as well)
Fast trains from Lille or Paris (Eurostar) to Montpellier train station

Les Hauts de Chiappatella, your new  villa in Corsica with sea views

Situated less than 23 miles from Bastia, the economic capital of Corsica, 12 miles from the international airport (Bastia Poretta) and near some of the most beautiful sites of Corsica (2.5 miles from the beach), the town of Folelli by the Mediteranean coast is ideal for anyone looking for a holiday or all year round home. In a secluded area, on an exclusive tree-planted site with 5 hectares of private land (with all utility connections), it is fully secured with gate code access.

The site overlooks the area and has direct views on the nearby sea, forest and mountains. The plots of land are sold with all the building permits in place for you to have your dream villa built on your instructions by the promoter who is also a major constructor in the region (excellent track record). This is an exceptional opportunity as Corsica is famous for the difficulty to obtain building permits, especially if you are not a native.

The plots vary in size between 800 m2 to 1900 m2 and the size of the villa living surface is between 150 and 300 m2 on average.

Prices for the plots vary beween 72,000 and 130,000 euros (2 or 3 times less than in most French regions) and the villas are around 1,800 / 2,000 euros/m2 of living surface constructed (average living surface 150/200m2).

The dream come true: you can have your villa designed on your instructions with land (and why not a swimming pool)

Hurry as the plots of land are selling out fast!

Corsica
At the heart of the Mediterranean sea, famous as an upmarket tourist hotspot, Corsica welcomes more and more visitors yet it has kept its identity.


Access
By plane to Bastia or Ajaccio

By Ferry from the French continent

This is only a brief description of the property contact us for more details.

We have teamed up with France’s best mortgage broker so don’t hesitate to ask for a quote 

If you like this property our French team in UK will assist you all along until completion of the sale.

This service is entirely free.

New property in Nice: Jardin Pastorelli, your new apartment or house in Nice yards from Place Massena and minutes from the beaches with concierge and private landscaped garden.

Just a few minutes away on foot from Place Masséna and the beaches of the Promenade des Anglais, the "Jardin Pastorelli" development has chosen its home in a district at the heart of life in the city of Nice. The picturesque market in Cours Saleya, in the historic part city, is right at the end of the street, with its colourful stalls selling flowers and fruit from the local countryside.

The contemporary architecture of the residence offers a harmonious counterpoint for the city's emblematic "Belle Epoque" and art deco facades. Alternating bow windows and balconies face the street while interior balconies open onto the calm of a large private garden. The apartments, ranging from studio to 3-bedroomed apartments, and the four townhouses, extended with lovely terraces, all offer amenities of the highest quality.  "Jardin Pastorelli" is a sought-after investment and a prestigious address.

Some of the facilities:

Private parking, concierge service and security, video entry phone, lifts, individual heating, fitted alarms, etc

Some examples of prices including VAT:

1-bed apartments (up to 56m2 + terrace): from 259,000 to 450,000 euros

2-bed apartments (up to 78m2 + terrace): from 478,000 to 575,000 euros

3-bed apartments (up to 91m2 + terrace): from 645,000 to 677,000 euros

2-bed houses with terrace (up to 79m2): 595,000 euros

 
A garden in the city centre

Instantly, the rare and striking dual advantage of the “Jardin Pastorelli” offers significant appeal. Because being able to enjoy a beautiful interior garden right in the heart of the city, with a clear view from the upper floors is a privilege reserved only for a fortunate few.

A holiday destination, Nice is a joyous city constantly brimming with life. Thanks to its central location, close to Place Masséna and the Albert 1er Gardens, to the Nice Étoile shopping centre as well as the beaches, “Jardin Pastorelli” enables its residents to experience this effervescence while enjoying the tranquillity of a private space in the evenings, in a beautifully landscaped interior garden that has retained the charm and serenity of the cloister it once was.

 Apartments and houses

 The residence, which extends over 6 floors and roof-top lofts, is made up of apartments, ranging from studios to 3-bedroomed apartments. This upmarket development offers an ideal investment both as a second home, or a main home.

 Good to know :

-         The four 2-bed  houses opening onto the garden offer the pleasure of a very private, individual home, without the isolation that can sometimes come with it.

Achitecture

In Nice, great importance has always been given to architecture, as evidenced by the beauty of the “Belle époque” and art deco facades. Above all, through the contrasting effect they create, these magnificently restored, perfectly maintained buildings bring out the contemporary style of the neighbouring modern buildings.

 
Bow windows that project out towards the city

 The architect has taken great care to preserve the quality of the architectural heritage. In its upscale “Jardin Pastorelli” residence, the design of architect Dider Salon harmoniously blends bases with stone cladding, bow windows and lofts with dormer windows on its street-facing façade, thus paying homage to the surrounding buildings. In the garden, the town houses boast an elegantly southern French architectural style: sloping roofs on four sides, clay roofing tiles. The inspiration is very definitely “provençale”.

 Balconies that open onto a garden

 On the side facing the wonderful landscaped garden, plenty of space is given to the generous balconies that allow residents to sunbathe all year round and to savour, as they deserve, the calm of this space conceived by the landscape designer Catherine Houssin.

Located right in the city center in a district that is both excellent for shopping and close to the sea, “Jardin Pastorelli” is a highly sought-after address where even the very smallest detail has been designed to make the very most of the environment and surroundings. Starting from the superb entryway gallery, entrusted to the talents of an architect-decorator, prepare to be enthralled by a delicious feeling: peace and calm, right in the heart of the city.

 
Serenity and security

 Its apartments, from studios to 3-bedroomed and duplex apartments, boast immense balconies that open onto the tranquillity of a beautiful interior garden, formerly belonging to a cloister, offering a host of Mediterranean fragrances. The small town houses that also make up the development benefit in their own special way from this divine serenity, thanks to their pleasant terraces. Moreover, on the upper floors the apartments offer clear views. And with living spaces ranging from 25 to 100 m², there’s something here to satisfy all kinds of investors, from those simply looking for a “pied a terre” to those looking for a principal or secondary residential dwelling.

 Good to know :

- The upmarket amenities include the presence of a guard’s lodge, guaranteeing your daily security.

Nice, the capital of the French Riviera only minutes away with many flights from UK and Ireland

 Bathed in light and blessed with a gentle way of life, the city is reflects in a mirror of blue lined with palm trees. You’re in Nice, on the shores of the Mediterranean: welcome to a wonderful change of scenery.

“Nissa”, as it is known in the local language, or the “Miami of the Mediterranean”, as it has come to be known in modern times, is a city full of life and celebration, a surprising mixture of hot and cold, of famous beaches (Castel Plage, Beau Rivage…), mountains (with ski areas starting at just one and a half hours away), and hills (the sublime countryside of the hinterland)

 
The district

At the heart of life in the city of Nice

 Located at 23 Rue Pastorelli, the development stands at the heart of life in the city of Nice. The first street on the right, Rue Gubernatis, is a pleasant thoroughfare with famous wine cellars where one can sample Niçois stuffed vegetables while savouring fine vintages, shop in designer boutiques, a herbalist’s or an outstanding chocolate store… there’s even a square where children play, under the palm trees.

Turning towards Rue de l’Hôtel des Postesit’s the retail excitement that grabs you, letting go only once your shopping is done and your bags loaded!

 
At the end of the Promenade, the Mediterranean sea

 Between the historic Old City and Place Masséna, both just 5 minutes away on foot, the residence is also only a few hundred meters from the Albert 1er Gardens, which bear that name in homage to the once King of Belgium.

Also very close to the Promenade des Anglais, it almost borders on the streets of the famous musicians district, distinguished by its “belle époque” facades and in which plaques honour the names of composers who have spent time here… and other who have never even been here!

Train

Nice station is 10 minutes away by car. Thanks to the TGV line, Paris is just five and a half hours away, with 5 trains a day (except during school holidays); Marseille is 2 hours 24 minutes away (6 trains); and Lyon Part-Dieu station is 4 hours 21 minutes away (5 trains a day).

Flights

The two terminals of Nice Côte d’Azur airport are served by many airlines including low-costs from UK and Ireland

Shuttles between Nice and Monaco are operated by helicopters.

Bus

Over 80 bus and coach lines serve the various districts of Nice and the surrounding communities. The Wilson-Pastorelli stop is at the foot of the residence, with no. 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14 and 38 lines serving destinations such as Mont Boron, the port, and so on.

Tramway

With service scheduled to begin during the summer of 2007, it will operate along Avenue Jean Médecin, located 200 meters from the residence. The closest stops are Jean Médecin and Masséna.

Coach station

Located 10 minutes away on foot, providing numerous links to communes in the surrounding region (Sophia Antipolis, etc.) including the ski resorts.

 Good to know :

- Nice carnival takes place every year at the end of February, injecting new life into the city with 9 days of processions and parades.

- At the end of July, the Nice Jazz Festival takes place in Cimiez Park. An “off” festival program of events accompanies the Festival in the city’s various districts.

 
The Promenade des Anglais

 Before becoming the most famous place to take a stroll in Nice, the Promenade des Anglais was a path offering little comfort for the feet of the ancient aristocracy that Dumas evoked in 1940 in his book “Une année à Florence”:

 This is only a brief description of this superb  property do not hesitate to contact us for more details.

If you like this property our French team in UK will assist you all along until completion of the sale.

This service is entirely free.

Cogolin property Domaine de Manon, new development of houses in Saint Tropez area (Cogolin) from 254,000 euros 

Already almost sold out!

Located at the heart of the Gulf of saint Tropez (6 miles from Saint Tropez), the Domaine de manon is situated at the entrance of Cogolin town in a quiet residential area yet close to all facilities and shops. There are semi-detached 2 and 3-bedroom villas.   The dwellings are cosy and offer a high standard of finishing. Only 5' on foot from the centre of Cogolin offers true lifestyle in charming surroundings.It has obtained the CHE eco-friendly label which guarantees the choice of materials, energy performance and water consumption. Furthermore,  layout, colours, etc can be altered according to your wishes depending on construction stages of course.

Some of the property prices including VAT and private parking:
-2-bedroom semi-detached villa (64m2 surface + 13m2 terrace + patio garden): 254,000 euros
-3-bedroom semi-detached villa (82m2 surface + 12m2 terrace + 24m2 patio garden + 17m2 garage): 325,000 euros

Some of the facilities:
-Shutters, tiled-floors in all rooms, electric heating, private parking.
Delivery: early 2011

Cogolin
With its traditional Provencal atmosphere, Cogolin is perfectly located next to Saint Tropez yet retains the authenticity that made this region so famous. Surrounded by some of the best vineyards of the region, it is also famous for its street markets and celebrations. Cogolin is also the sea. Only 2 miles from the village the anchorage Marines de Cogolin is equipped with 1,500 moorings and is surrounded by buildings of a pleasing comtemporary style. Shops, restaurants, boutiques and various festivities enliven the quais. Not too far is a beach with its own activities and areas for sailing, relaxing and restaurants. Minutes from some superb beaches, Cogolin is also close to all the fashionable hot spots of the French Riviera.


Access
By plane: Toulon (35 miles), Nice (50 miles) and Marseille international airports offer numerous routes from UK including low-costs.
By train: Toulon or other nearby train stations

This is only a brief description of the property contact us for more details.

We have teamed up with France’s best mortgage broker so don’t hesitate to ask for a quote as the interest rates in France are extremely low 

If you like this property our French team in UK will assist you all along until completion of the sale.

This service is entirely free.