02.9.2010

For Sale Tourrettes Sur Loup: Superb renovated Provencale villa with pool and great sea views, Tourrettes sur Loup ref 3117


Ref: 3117
Beds: 5, Habitable Size: 285 m2, Land Size: 2150 m2, Zip: 06140, Dept: Alpes Maritimes
Summary:
This Provencale villa with breathtaking views is being completely renovated and modernised to a very high standard, in a quiet rural location near the charming village of Tourrettes sur Loup. Completion is scheduled for spring/summer 2010.

Location :
3 mins drive or 10 mins walk from the pretty medieval village of Tourrette sur Loup, with its quaint cobbled streets, shops and galleries, cafes and restaurants, markets and all amenities.
6 mins from the larger but equally pretty and historic
(Click to see full details...)>>> A vendre Tourrettes Sur Loup Cote d'Azur ref 3117 for sale ...
Price: € 1,690,000
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01.26.2010

For Sale St Paul De Vence: Enchanting position with stunning views for this large villa in St Paul de Vence ref 3106


Ref: 3106
Beds: 5, Habitable Size: 400 m2, Land Size: 5000 m2, Zip: 06140, Dept: Alpes Maritimes
Summary:
On the top of the most prestigious domain in St Paul, boasting one of the most impressive views to be found, large villa of some 400m2 on a largely flat terrain of 5000m2.

The villa is composed on the gorund floor of a large entree, a huge triple living room with fireplace opening to the terraces and the garden, a dining room opening to the terraces, equipped kitchen, pantry, laundry room, small bedroom with shower room, large master bedroom opening to the garden and private terrace with dres
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Price: € 10,000,000
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11.22.2009

Seillans

My good friends Bill and Carole Lomas, who have a real estate firm too - "Maison 2", sold a wonderful 3-bedroom property in Seillans, a village in the Var... With a stunning view.
They asked me to do a painting, of the house itself, so I started a 70 X 50 cm aquarelle, on my favourite mouldmade Arche "torchon" (rough grain) 300 grams watercolour paper
I always start with the parts that I like best, and often they are the windows and doors, because there's "mystery" there! In this case, a nice, light and happy atmosphere...
Slowly working on the rest of the house - and while I am painting, my appreciation for the house grows and grows So that, after I'm finished I so want to be and stay there... but of course I can't - the new owners of the house are the lucky guys and I am pretty sure they'll be totally happy out there!


11.5.2009

For Sale La Colle Sur Loup: Exquisite stone built property close to St Paul ref 3041


Ref: 3041
Beds: 5, Habitable Size: 580 m2, Land Size: 6000 m2, Zip: 06480, Dept: Alpes Maritimes
Summary:
A true work of art, with exemplary stone craftsmanship in the construction of this magnificent property that was built in 2004.

The villa is situated in a very residential area on largely flat grounds of appr. 6000m2 with some 580m2 of living space.

Offering large volumes and plenty of light while linking the exterior with the interior by having every door sliding into the walls, opening up the terraces which are laid in the finest 'Pierre de Verone'.

On the ground floor the property co
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Price: € 5,300,000
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11.5.2009

Glorious Old Nice by night

Old Nice is a fascinating and beautiful place, and especially at night :

St Reparate churchPlace Rosetti hasone of the best ever ice cream stalls with over 50 varieties (including garlic, lavender and thyme!) along with the other restaurants and cafes. All overlooked by the big and ornate St. Reparate church - appropriately undergoing ‘reparations’ at the moment.

Place Rosetti again : narrow streets and a very narrow building.

The new-look Place Garibaldi, redesigned to accommodate the trams,has got rid of most of the cars, and pedestrians can now wander safelywherever they want. Lots of interesting little restaurants here, plus the Mercurey cinema which always shows English language films IN ENGLISH.

The fabulous Palais Lascaris is squeezed onto a tiny narrow street, so you can’t stand back and admire it all from a proper distance…

Faux-marble undersides to the balconies because they’re only seen from below!

The church on the Place du Palais de Justice, nicely lit.

The old and the new.

Eglise St. JeanBaptiste : classical, symetrical.

Me, crouching over a spotlight in Place Garibaldi- well it was Halloween !!

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Beaumes de Venise by Marina on November 8th, 2008
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Cannes Fireworks from the boat by Marina on July 19th, 2009
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11.4.2009

Magnificent, authentic estate in Valbonne

On no more than 3 minutes walking distance from Valbonne Village there is a great property-secret that I'd like to share with you: one of the most prestigious properties in the countryside behind Cannes... A couple of years ago RHF's consultant Jeroen Zaat sold it to a lovely English family and I created the painting you see up here at the time. I remember it was hard to choose which of the beautiful parts I was going to do, there were so many! It is a stunning, completely renovated old mill (Moulin) from the 16th century - so close to the centre of Valbonne village, one of prettiest and liveliest villages in the heart of the Cote d’Azur!
The owners gave many a good party in it and I know for a fact (because I was there) that the villa and everything around it, is very appropriate for that! The main house itself has 600m² of living space and is set on a private estate of 13 acres bordering on the river Brague. It is completely secluded and every view from it is over private land. The villa has a total of 9 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, including a downstairs 'guest wing' with 2 double guest bedrooms plus a separate two-bedroom annexe.
To access the residence, you go through the private gates, that are situated 100 metres from the old village of Valbonne!
The immaculate, extensive gardens are a perfect playground for all ages. There is a large pool, heated of course, with a fully equipped pool house. A new orchard with greenhouse, along with a large new playhouse/atelier is situated on top of the hill where the new full tennis court is also situated. The river Brague is filled with fresh water trout, there is a man-made pond with fish, ducks and turtles, as well as a waterfall. A footpath runs around the entire property for a lazy afternoon walk. And just outside the property there's a large nature reserve. For the real walkers: it is a 3 hour walk along the river to the medieval village of Biot -- and the beach. You 'll agree that this must be one of the finest properties on the market today - in a very exclusive location! And it is now back on the market - Riviera Home Finders' Jeroen Zaat has it in exclusivity. If you are interested in this property or want more information you can contact him directly or via the RHF website!
11.4.2009

For Sale Tourrettes Sur Loup: Charming Provencale villa with pool and great sea views, Tourrettes sur Loup ref 3038


Ref: 3038
Beds: 4, Habitable Size: 185 m2, Land Size: 3226 m2, Zip: 06140, Dept: Alpes Maritimes
Summary:
This Provencale villa was designed by the renowned architect Jean-Marc Slama and is in a very convenient location overlooking the pretty village of Tourrettes sur Loup, enjoying wonderful panoramic sea views.

Ground floor:
Entrance hall. Very spacious fully equipped kitchen, south-facing, opening directly onto the shaded dining terrace outside.
A big (58m²) open-plan split-level dining room and lounge, with 2 sets of French doors opening onto the terrace and garden. A fine exposed stone w
(Click to see full details...)>>> A vendre Tourrettes Sur Loup Cote d'Azur ref 3038 for sale ...
Price: € 1,200,000
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11.2.2009

For Sale Vence: Modern very spacious Provencale villa with pool, near Vence. ref 3037

Ref: 3037 Beds: 7, Habitable Size: 348 m2, Land Size: 2900 m2, Zip: 06140, Dept: Alpes Maritimes Summary: This modern Provencale villa offers spacious and flexible accommodation in a quiet residential area. It is private and not overlooked, and has a pretty courtyard-style terrace with swimming pool, a large flat garden, and an independent guests’ cottage. Location : • 5 mins from the attractive old town of Vence with all amenities : cafes, restaurants, shops, galleries, street markets, concerts, and so on. • Can walk in to Vence in 20 mins. • 5 mins from the famously pretty old village of St-Paul de Vence, with its art galleries, cafes, restaurants, and walks around the ramparts. • 15 mins to the coast and beaches • 20 mins to Nice airport and to Antibes Ground floor : The entrance hall leads into the vast sunny open-plan living space, featuring a double lounge with contemporary fireplace, flowing into the dining room, and into the kitchen. 4 sets of big sliding glass doors onto the gardens let in lots of sunshine making the whole space light and airy. The large kitchen is modern and fully equipped, with grey granite surfaces and sliding glass doors directly out onto a dining terrace. A central island houses gas hob and oven, plus a breakfast bar. A back pantry area is also a laundry. Stairs lead down to a cellar, perfect conditions for wine. An office or study overlooking the pool terrace, with broad-band internet connection. Could be converted into a TV room, home cinema or games room. Guests’ WC. 2 bedrooms. Shower room with WC. Bedroom 3 with en-suite bathroom and dressing. 1st Floor : A spacious and sunny master suite with bathroom and dressing. Sliding glass doors open onto a private south and west facing roof terrace with pleasant countryside views. Bedroom 5 also with access out onto the roof terrace. Bedroom 6. Bathroom. The guest (or staff) cottage : A living/bedroom with kitchenette, and bathroom. Opens onto the garden, and has independent access. Could be a rental: approx €600 per week in summer, or approx €400 per week long-term. Garden : A 12m x 5m tiled freeform pool, with paved terraces. The house has flat gardens on all 4 sides, mostly laid to grass lawns, with mature trees and flowering Mediterranean shrubs : big old ash and eucalyptus trees, palms and yukkas, pampas, oleanders, olive trees and a big old pine. Automatic watering. There are at least 4 separate dining areas in the garden, depending on the temperature and the season. A car port for 2 cars. The surroundings are rural and peaceful – there are orchards and sheep in the field next door. Price: € 1,800,000 (Click to see full details...)>>> A vendre Vence Cote d'Azur ref 3037 for sale ...
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10.19.2009

The Cote d’Azur lifestyle

Just a short note to say we're still alive at RHF, we're working very hard finding homes for various clients... Luckily this hard work takes place in the South of France, and a girl has to have lunch on the beach from time to time - with or without clients, feet in the sand, sun on your hair - and I am talking end October !! I made the aquarelle above (the beach of Golfe Juan) a week ago... isn't it wonderful over here!
If you are in the rain and the cold in the North thinking "wish I was there"... don't hesitate to give us a call - we have the properties to go with your your longing for the Côte d'Azur lifestyle!
10.9.2009

For Sale Vence: Charming Provencale villa above Vence, with sea views and pool. ref 2955


Ref: 2955
Beds: 4, Habitable Size: 180 m2, Land Size: 2635 m2, Zip: 06140, Dept: Alpes Maritimes
Summary:
This charming Provencale villa enjoys a fabulous position on a hill above Vence, which gives it amazing panoramic sea views of the Cap d'Antibes and from The Esterel hills in the west to Nice in the east. Being on a quiet cul-de-sac it is private and peaceful.

Accommodation : 180 m² living space.
Upper floor: Entrance hall. 2 south-facing guest bedrooms opening onto a loggia balcony. Super views to the sea - even to Corsica on a clear day!
3rd bedroom (smaller) or office/study, with south
(Click to see full details...)>>> A vendre Vence Cote d'Azur ref 2955 for sale ...
Price: € 1,350,000
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