Romantic Gascon Chateau in Southwest France

Offering panoramic views over the Vallée de l’Osse from its high Gascon towers, Château du Fréchou is considered one of Gascony’s hidden jewels.

Offering panoramic views over the Vallée de l’Osse from its high Gascon towers, Château du Fréchou is considered one of the region’s hidden jewels. 

The Medieval and Renaissance castle dates back to 1280, and was transformed into a residential castle and remodelled in the Italian Renaissance style in 16h century, with the addition of a staircase tower and entrance pavilion. 

Run as a farm by the 19th century, the property was in a ruinous state in 1970, when new owners set about restoring the historic property and updating its formal Italian gardens and Medieval-style walled garden. 

Surrounded by outbuildings, the castle comes with a lovely period orangery, a pigeonnier, and a 2-storey gatehouse. 

Inside, the castle has been tastefully updated for modern living while restoring the property’s unique period details. 

The 6458 square foot property has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and several grand principal rooms, featuring romantic period details throughout. Of note is the original limestone staircase (considered one of the best in the area), the soaring beamed ceilings, terracotta tile floors, and original stone fireplaces. 

The drawing room opens out to a lovely breakfast garden, accessible by a 14th century gothic bridge. 

The 17 acre estate has a large walnut orchard with the potential to be replanted as a vineyard, creating the ultimate French country oasis. 

The chateau is set in a peaceful and private setting near its namesake Gascon village, Le Fréchou, between the market towns of Nérac and Condom.

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French Castle with Panoramic Views in the Gard, Provence

The 51 acre country estate is set in the Gard department, a region in southern France known for its rich Roman ruins, historic villages, and Provencal charm.

The 51 acre country estate is nestled in the heart of a village in the Gard, a department of the Languedoc-Roussillon region in southern France known for its rich Roman ruins, historic villages, and Provencal charm.

The French castle offers breathtaking views across five departments from its elevated positioning and across several terraces, including a swimming pool, and rooftop terraces.

Built in 1860, the 4144 sq ft residence features fine period detailing throughout, with several reception rooms and a total of 7 bedrooms and 3 shower rooms.

The castle is accompanied by annexes, including a vaulted workshop and several vaulted sub terraces, as well as a small consecrated chapel dedicated to St. Mark.

This architectural gem comes with luxury upgrades like home automation, oil-fired central heating and reversible air conditioning to ensure year-round comfort.

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Luxury Residence in Cannes with Panoramic Sea Views

The multi-level residence has been renovated into the ultimate luxury retreat on the Cote d’Azur with 18 bedroom suites across nearly 25,000 sq ft of living space.

This luxurious mansion in the French Riviera hills offers panoramic views over the city of Cannes and the Mediterranean Sea, nestled in nearly 2.5 acres of landscaped grounds.

The multi-level residence has been renovated into the ultimate luxury retreat on the Cote d’Azur, featuring bright and contemporary living areas which open out onto the terraces.

There are 18 bedroom suites across nearly 25,000 sq ft of living space, with an entire level dedicated to wellness, consisting of a sauna, gym, massage and relaxation room, and underground parking for 8 cars.

Luxury amenities include a screening room, tennis court, and a swimming pool with a pool house.

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Provencal Villa Set in the Hills Above the Gulf of Saint-Tropez

This charming French Riviera property is set on the Saint-Tropez Peninsula, located in the countryside of Gassin, one of the 'Most Beautiful Villages in France'.

This charming French Riviera property is set on the Saint-Tropez Peninsula, located in the countryside of Gassin, one of the 'Most Beautiful Villages in France'.

Hidden from view, the 1.5 acre property comes with a saltwater infinity swimming pool and beautifully manicured terraced grounds with lovely views over the surrounding vineyards and villages towards the Mediterranean Sea.

Ideal as a second family home on the French Riviera, the Provencal villa offers 2960 sq ft of interior space with a grand Venetian-style entrance hall and bright living spaces with 4 ensuite bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.

Just a few minutes from the centre of the luxurious resort of Saint Tropez, and just 10 minutes from the French Riviera beaches.

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Renovated 16th Century Manor House in Northern France

The listed manor house and several outbuildings on the property have been fully restored for modern living, offering amenities like a home theatre, heated indoor swimming pool, hammam and spa.

The listed 16th and 18th century manor house and several outbuildings on the property have been fully restored for modern living, offering a total of 10 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, alongside amenities like a home theatre, heated indoor swimming pool, hammam and spa.

The 8.4 acre estate is set in the French countryside, just 10 minutes from the historic city of Arras, capital of the Artois region of northern France.

The French country estate is just 1 hour from the Opal Coast beaches, and 50 minutes from Paris by TGV.

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Charming Stone House in the Provencal Village of Gordes, France

Located just a few minutes from the village center and enclosed by drystone walls, the stone house offers privacy and an authentic Provencal charm, with all of the modern comforts. 

One of the most beautiful villages in France—and one of the most famous in Provence— Gordes is nestled in the foothills of the Monts of Vaucluse, facing the Luberon.

The picture-perfect village is emblematic of Provence, a sentinel village with a labyrinth of "calades" (narrow cobblestone streets) and some of the most beautiful views of Provence.

You may also recognize the village square from ​​Ridley Scott's 2006 rom-com "A Good Year". The restaurant ‘Le Renaissance’ in the Place du Chateau is where Marion Cotillard’s character works.

Located just a few minutes from the village center and enclosed by drystone walls, the stone house offers privacy and an authentic Provencal charm, with all of the modern comforts.

Built in 2003, the property features good internet connection, automated watering systems, heat-pump driven underfloor heating, and a swimming pool.

Offering authentic Provencal charm, the 4-bedroom country house is accompanied by a 2-bedroom self-contained annex on the grounds, which also comes with a lovely pergola-covered terrace.

This turnkey property is locagted just a few minutes from the village center of Gordes, 30min from Avignon and two hours from Nice and the Riviera. You can reach Paris in 2h40 by TGV and the Marseille-Provence Airport in Marignane in a 45 minute drive away.

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18th Century Property Near the Historic Centre of Aix-en-Provence

Nestled in 1 acre of formal gardens just 1000m from the famed avenue Cours Mirabeau, this historic property presents as a bucolic retreat within the city of Aix-en-Provence.

Just 1000m from the famed avenue, Cours Mirabeau, the original pavilion was built in the beginning of the 18th century by a family of local parliamentarians, and was further expanded and connected to a 15/16th century mill in the 19th century.

Offering a total of 7 bedrooms across 3358 square feet of living space, the property has been beautifully maintained by its current owners.

Nestled in 1 acre of formal gardens with several outbuildings and a swimming pool, the property presents as a bucolic retreat within the city of Aix-en-Provence.

Often simply called Aix by locals, this city in the the heart of Provence is one of the most appealing destinations in the south of France, just a short drive from the beaches of the Cote d’Azur and the ski slopes of Gap. 

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Exclusive French Riviera Villa On the Gulf of Saint-Tropez

An oasis on the French Riviera, the 16.8 acre estate is nestled in the countryside of Ramatuelle, not far from the famous beaches of Pampelonne.

An oasis on the French Riviera, the 16.8 acre estate is nestled in the countryside of Ramatuelle, not far from the famous beaches of Pampelonne.

Tastefully renovated, the French Riviera villa offers 8 ensuite bedrooms and large, open-plan living spaces across 3229 sq ft of living space.

Nestled in a peaceful environment with unobstructed views of the surrounding hills on the peninsula of Saint Tropez — and just 6 miles from its glamorous namesake village — the lush property comes with a heated swimming pool, shaded terraces, and even a playground for children.

This in-demand region in southeastern France has some of the highest property rental rates in France, anywhere from €20,000 to €500,000 per week, positioning the property as an attractive investment for rental income generation.

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Belle Epoque Villa With Panoramic Sea Views on the French Riviera

Built at the start of the 20th century, this Belle Epoque villa has been fully renovated into a chic seaside retreat in the resort town of Saint-Raphaël.

Built at the start of the 20th century, this Belle Epoque villa is an architectural gem on the Cote d’Azur coast and has been fully renovated in 2019 into a chic seaside retreat.

The main villa offers 4843 sq ft of living space with wonderful original features throughout and 5 ensuite bedrooms.

The property also comes with a 753 sq ft guest house and an additional 1937 sq ft annex, offering a total of 9 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.

The turnkey property is nestled in a 1.48 acre lot with a swimming pool and direct access to the sea, offering panoramic sea views and year-round sunshine.

The Belle Epoque villa is also walking distance to the restaurants and shops in Saint-Raphaël, a charming resort town on the French Riviera just one hour from Nice International Airport.

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Boutique Paris Apartment in the 2nd Arrondissement Asks Under $2,000,000

This dream pied-à-terre in Paris is located close to the pedestrianized rue Montorgueil, a lively shopping street lined with cozy cafes, world-renowned pastry shops, and some of the best fresh food markets in the city.

This chic, two bedroom apartment in Paris has it all: large volumes with 10.5 foot ceilings, four large French windows opening out onto a balcony, and beautiful natural light throughout. 

The 1236 sq ft property has a triple living room, 1 bathroom with bathtub and shower and a separate Japanese toilet, and the space to convert into a 3rd ensuite bedroom.

The Paris apartment for sale features Hungarian point parquet flooring, three fireplaces, and detailed mouldings, and has benefitted from an architect’s touch when updating the dreamy apartment with luxurious, modern finishes that accentuate its classic bones.

This dream pied-à-terre in Paris is on the 3rd floor of a 19th century freestone building with a concierge, and a cellar included in the sale of the property.

Set in the 2nd arrondissement in Paris (known in French as the deuxième), this boutique Paris apartment for sale is located right in the heart of historic Paris, close to the pedestrianized rue Montorgueil.

The lively shopping street is lined with cafes, world-renowned pastry shops, and boasts some of the best meat and fish markets in the city.

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