Renovated 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Menerbes, Cote d'Azur French Riviera

2,990,000 EUR 2,601,300 GBP 2,960,100 USD

Reference: 239920

Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 5
Floor Size: 378 m2
Plot Size: 1.97 hectares / 4.86 acres
Work Required: None
Swimming Pool
Balcony
Vineyard / Wine-making facilities and equipment
Gite / Annex / Additional Accommodation
Income Potential
Air Conditioning
Garage(s)

Details

Nestling in nearly 5 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool and vineyard, is this charming 7 bedroom Provencal farmhouse with 4 luxury gites, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near Menerbes.

Situated near a town classified as one of the most beautiful villages of France, this vast 18th century property is in excellent condition and combines charm and character. With a total living area of about 380m2, the main house is about 200m2, plus 4 adjoining top-of-the-range gites, a superb, vaulted cellar and numerous outbuildings.

This superbly restored property faces South with an unobstructed view of the vineyards and the hills. 1 ha of the vines are cultivated organically (rented), and the garden has typical Provencal species, various relaxation areas, a petanque court, a swimming pool/basin (8m x 4m), a pool house and a large heated swimming pool (14 x 4.5 x 1.40) with submerged beach surrounded by lawn and olive trees.

A magnificent inner courtyard shaded by a hundred-year-old mulberry-plane tree serves elegant, comfortable, and spacious living rooms that combine old and contemporary materials, giving the place an atmosphere that combines modernity and authenticity with southern accents.

An old dovecote reinforces the historical dimension of this unique architectural ensemble.

A carport (5 vehicles) and a garage of 90m2 complete this superb property.

It is an ideal environment for a family home or a holiday home to bring together a large family; the place also offers the possibility of developing a luxury seasonal rental activity.

FEATURES
Barbecue
Alarm System
Optical fibre
Well
Irrigation Sprinkler
Internet
Double Glazing
Fireplace

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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.