Designer 12 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Grasse, Cote d'Azur French Riviera

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Reference: 228074

Bedrooms: 12
Bathrooms: 5
Floor Size: 1,000 m2
Plot Size: 3.15 hectares / 7.79 acres
Work Required: None
Balcony
Gite / Annex / Additional Accommodation
Income Potential
Air Conditioning
Garage(s)
Parking space(s)
Private / Not Overlooked

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Unique opportunity to acquire an exceptionally sumptuous estate with expansive pool, nestling in nearly 8 acres of glorious landscaped gardens and olive trees, while enjoying sublime panoramic Tuscan views across the countryside from its private and prestigious location in Grasse.

This amazing estate is located on the "Hill of the billionaires", an excellent neighbourhood.

It comprises 5 buildings : a south-facing main bastide steeped in history and which was built in the early 1950s by the architect Louis Sue for Helena Rubinstein. Substantial fittings and decorations were carried out by interior designer Bert Quadvlieg in 2002/2003 to turn this property into a fantastic jewel featuring all modern comforts.

There are 2 guest houses, an artist house, a caretaker's dwelling as well as garages.

The garden of approximately 3.1 hectares has been laid out according to the plans of the famous landscape architect Jean Mus, from 2009 to the present day. It is planted with approximately 450 olive trees which guarantee a generous production of high quality and organic olive oil.

The properties are fabulously secluded, yet just 40 minutes from the Nice international airport and cultural hub of Cannes.

Immaculately private and sophisticated, and surrounded by nature, this exceptional home exceeds all expectations.

FEATURES
Video CCTV Security
Alarm System
Optical fibre
Internet
Fireplace

The owner of this property has requested discretion. Please contact us for the price with no obligation.

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Guide to the French Buying Process

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.