Monaco a luxurious part of the French Riviera. Monaco is the second smallest country in the world after the Vatican. It is part of the French Riviera, and borders several French towns: Cap d’Ail, Beausoleil, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, and La Turbie.
Charles de Gaulle once said, “If ever Monaco becomes disobedient, it will be enough to put up two road signs “no entry” for a blockade – one on Cap d’Ail and the other one in Menton”. The residents of the neighbouring French towns can work in Monaco, and use the Principality’s health care system, and their children can go to Monegasque schools. In some ways , Monaco is considered to be more like a fashionable part of the French Riviera than a separate state.
In their turn, residents of Monaco, tired of constant building sites, the noise and high prices are happily buying properties in other parts of the Côte d’Azur, and spending most of their time there. Investors are very active in the areas next to Monaco. So a new villa with a sea view with a 10-20 million euro budget will always find a buyer among the residents of Monaco. It is a usual practice to have an apartment in Monaco for tax residency purposes and a villa elsewhere on the coast for quality of life.
Often the buyers of real estate on the French Riviera register their purchases in the name of a Monegasque company, and open bank accounts in Monaco. Monaco is a cosmopolitan city: the native Monegasques make up only 24% of the population, French – 25%, Italians – 22%, and 7% are British.
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Cap d’Ail – proximity to Monaco, beauty and privacy. Cap d’Ail borders Monaco in the direction of Beaulieu and Cap Ferrat. Cap in French means “cape, headland”.
Cap d’Ail is less well known than Cap Ferrat or Cap d’Antibes, but it is nevertheless breathtakingly beautiful and more intimate.
This paradise on the Riviera was made for pleasure and holidays. Wild cliffs, emerald sea, beautiful Belle Epoque villas, and the lovely Sacha Guitry park will enchant you.
Cap d’Ail is famous for its rocky walks along the coast from the Mala Beach to Marquet Beach on the border with Monaco. Close to Port Marquet there is the Monaco heli-pad which is used by private helicopters from Nice airport.
Proximity to Monaco, beauty and privacy explain the high prices here. Very few properties come on the market here.
Cap d’Ail – proximity to Monaco, beauty and privacy
The recent history of Cap d’Ail starts with the construction of a luxurious palace hotel Eden at the end of the 19th century that was converted into apartments after the Second World War.
Eden remains one of the most prestigious residences for buying a flat in Cap d’Ail. Large apartments here cost around 2 to 4 million euros, and the waiting list among Belle Epoque lovers is never-ending.
By purchasing an apartment on Cap d’Ail in the Eden Palace our clients get a property in a location that combines magical beauty, luxurious architecture, large interior spaces, high ceilings and proximity both to the beaches and Monaco.
There are also some villas that have been divided up into apartments, so it is possible to find a perfect compromise between an apartment and a house.
Buying a villa on Cap d’Ail
Historically, the part of the headland closest to the Mala beach and the Eden residence remains the most prestigious area of Cap d’Ail. You can take a lovely walk along the sea from here to Port Marquet in Monaco.
There are a lot of historical residences here that were once owned by prominent figures.
A villa on Cap d’Ail in this area is associated with the beautiful architecture of a historical building, panoramic views of the sea and the cliffs, and being within walking distance of the beaches and Monaco.
Compared to the other headlands of the French Riviera, Cap d’Ail is smaller and more intimate.
Monaco residents often consider property for their annual rentals here.
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Cannes – an elegant town on the French Riviera. Cannes is famous for its film festival and for luxury shopping. It was always the favourite place for wealthy Parisians. Cannes is well known as a luxurious resort, and has all the necessary amenities: magnificent spa hotels, expensive boutiques, exquisite restaurants, sand beaches with excellent services and a busy social life. To buy a property here is more expensive than in Nice.
Cannes – an elegant town on the French Riviera
The most expensive area in Cannes is the Croisette for apartments and “super Cannes” for villas. Comparing it with the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, the Croisette is rather peaceful and pleasant to live in. We can also recommend such residential areas of Cannes as Californie, Monfleurie or Oxford.
For local people, Nice and Cannes sound rather like rivals. People living in Cannes are not very fond of Nice, and the same is true the other way round. Lovers of Cannes like the sandy beaches and consider the city more luxurious and more secure.
Lovers of Nice believe the capital of the French Riviera a more dynamic and active place to live all year round.
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Beausoleil - a town on the hills just above Monaco. Real estate in France and Monaco are two quite separate things.
The laws and the buying process are slightly different but what is really different is the prices.
Many buyers looking to purchase their holiday apartment on the French Riviera are interested in properties particularly close to Monaco and towns on its immediate borders– Beausoleil, Cap d’Ail, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin.
Beausoleil is a town on the hills just above Monaco, Its name in French means ‘Beautiful Sun’.
Together with Roquebrune and Cap d’Ail, Beausoleil was part of La Turbie. When it became a separate town in 1904, the original plan was to call it Higher Monte-Carlo because of its location above the Principality. The final choice, however, was for a name that would be attractive for tourists – Beausoleil.
It is true that there is a lot of sun here, as the town is almost like one large terrace above Monaco at a height of 89 metres above sea level, and is almost a part of Monaco.
Proximity to Monaco, panoramic views across the sea and the Principality, and “French” price ranges are the main advantages of buying a property in Beausoleil.
The central streets of Beausoleil are within walking distance of the famous Casino square of Monte Carlo.
The central streets of Beausoleil are within walking distance of the famous Casino square of Monte Carlo. Apartments in Beausoleil will be of interest to buyers who prefer living in a new building – there are many new constructions underway, and recently finished residences in the upper part of the town, where it is possible to buy an apartment with a terrace and panoramic sea & Monaco views.
The lovers of period and Belle Epoque architecture will appreciate Riviera Palace – a belle epoque residency converted from a luxurious hotel with the atmosphere and the unique interiors of a bygone age.
Your property in Beausoleil will always be in high demand for rental, as there are many people working in Monaco who are not residents and are looking to rent close by.
If you are planning to purchase a house in Beausoleil, we suggest paying attention to the upper part of the town above the Moyenne Corniche (the middle road above the sea).
Here you can find a villa in a very peaceful area with a panoramic view of the sea, the port, and the palace of the Prince of Monaco.
Reasonable prices and proximity to Monaco are the main reasons why our clients purchase property in Beausoleil.
There are some streets in Beausoleil where one side is France and another Monaco. You can also tell your friends that you live in Monaco. It sounds magical!
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Cap Ferrat, or Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (full name) is a picturesque headland between Monaco and Nice, the symbol of many people’s dream vision of the Côte d’Azur.
A unique location, rich Mediterranean nature, and breath-taking views make Cap Ferrat a rare pearl on the French Riviera.
It is surrounded by the beautiful holiday towns of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, and Villefranche-sur-Mer forming what is known as the Golden Triangle.
This area was discovered by the Belgian king Leopold II who built a sumptuous villa for his lover here in 1902. Since then, the wealthy aristocracy from all over the the world has been choosing Cap Ferrat for their summer holidays.
One of the most famous estates of Cap Ferrat, Villa Rothschild, is now a museum and gives you a glimpse into the beauty and luxury of a bygone era.
Locals from the French and Italian Riviera love coming to Cap Ferrat for a walk on weekends, as it is difficult to imagine a more beautiful place.
The centre of Cap Ferrat is a village with a port on the eastern side of the headland, within walking distance of Beaulieu.
A footpath known as the ‘Path of the Customs Officer’ leads along the shore with no driveways nearby – just you, the sea, and the cliffs.
There are many lovely beaches and small bays on Cap Ferrat. The most well-known are Passable beach and Paloma Beach.
Cap Ferrat’s unique beauty and authenticity are carefully protected by local laws on new building. There are practically no apartment buildings here, and most of the land area is dedicated to villas surrounded by massive parks, thus supporting the unusual ecosystem of the cape.
The price per square metre is one of the highest in France here, so any potential buyer would need a special reason for buying a villa or an apartment here.
As a rule, buyers looking for a villa on Cap Ferrat or Cap d’Antibes are not the same clients who simply dream about a property on the Côte d’Azur, visiting different towns to find a dream holiday home.
Unless you have a particular reason to buy a villa on Cap Ferrat, you may be disappointed when you discover that the 2 million euros you can pay for a decent house in Cannes will only buy you the keys to a 3-bedroom apartment here.
Clients who previously rented a home on Cap Ferrat for their summer holidays and got to know all the beauty of living in this paradise can become potential buyers with strong motivation.
Usually, the available options are extremely limited, but that is the essence of the elitism of being on Cap Ferrat. Apartments are available in the few residencies on the first part of the peninsula near Beaulieu, and in the buildings close to the village and the port.
There are also options to buy an apartment in one of the “pieds dans l’eau” (feet in water) residences – for example in the building situated directly on the Passable Plage.
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Juan-les-Pins – a charming town known by summer jazz festival. Juan-les-Pins is a charming resort town that makes up one administrative unit of the city of Antibes and Cap d’Antibes.
Juan-les-Pins is situated in the beautiful bay of Golf-Juan, between the headlands of Cap d’Antibes and Croisette in Cannes.
Its long white sand beach stretches along the beautiful pine grove – one of the natural attractions of Juan-les-Pins.
The wild beauty of the sand beaches here was first appreciated in 1881 by the Duke Leopold, Prince of Albany – Queen Victoria’s son. But real life was brought to the town by American visitors in the 1920s.
They were the first to establish a beach culture here, and they brought with them the music that conquered America – jazz.
Everything one needs for a holiday can be found here – large beaches with white sand, a haven for yachts, boutiques that are open until 1 am, casinos, restaurants and lively night life.
But first and foremost, Juan-les-Pins remains a European jazz capital with the annual festival that has taken place here since 1959.
Property prices in Juan-les-Pins are comparable to those of Nice, but an apartment in Juan-les-Pin will give you more comfort, as this is primarily a resort town for summer holidays.
In summer, rentals in Juan-les-Pins are in high demand with tourists, and during the academic year with students from numerous faculties of Sophia Antipolis University. Long-term rentals are mostly for engineers, researchers and teachers working in Sophia Antipolis.
The most prestigious areas are situated close to the central park Pinède and to Cap d’Antibes, as they are close to the exquisite sand beaches on the western side of Cap d’Antibes. The expensive quarters on the border of Antibes and Cap d’Antibes are Saramartel, Sables, Rostagne.
The centre of Juan-les-Pins where everything is within walking distance (beaches, restaurants, shops, the train station), but it is difficult to find a property with a sea view because the landscape is quite flat here.
The quay and the seafront where you can buy an apartment in Juan-les-Pins with a panoramic sea view.
The closer the building is to the town centre and to Cap d’Antibes, the higher the prices. For those who are bothered by noise, the quay of Juan-les-Pins is much quieter than in Nice and there are some areas with practically no traffic.
La Colle is a quiet part of Juan-les-Pins situated behind the railway, but still within walking distance of the sea and the centre.
Purchasing an apartment or a villa here will suit those who are looking for a peaceful location close to the city centre. There are many parks and green areas here, with hundred year-old olive trees.
La Colle is where you can find an apartment in Juan-les-Pins in a gated residence with a swimming pool and a park, in a perfectly calm area within walking distance of the sea.
Bijou plage is a quiet district close to the sea and the sandy beaches. It is a bit further away from the centre, but still within a 10-15 minute walk.
Our partner real estate agency is situated in Cap d’Antibes and specialises in the elite properties of Antibes, Juan-les-Pins and Cap d’Antibes.
If you are planning to purchase an apartment in Juan-les-Pines close to Pinède, or in the quiet streets close to Chemin des Sables, or a villa on Cap d’Antibes, our agency can offer you the best choice in terms of value-for-money.
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If you already own property in Juan-les-Pins we can help you with an accurate current valuation of your apartment or villa, and then organise the whole selling process for you.
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Antibes - the second largest town on Côte d’Azur after Nice. Antibes is the modern name of the ancient Greek settlement known as Antipolis – meaning the ‘city in front’ – since it is located across the Bay of Angles from Nice.
Some people have an image of Antibes as a small resort town between Nice and Cannes.
In reality it has the second highest population on the French Riviera after Nice. Antibes is quite an expensive town, and the local population often chooses to live further away from the sea.
The pride of Antibes is its old town with the fort and the Picasso museum, Vauban - the largest port of the French Riviera, and the lovely headland Cap d’Antibes – a favourite area for VIPs.
In Antibes the stony beaches give way to the sandy ones that stretch from here to Saint Tropez.
Clients who are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of a large city are happy to choose property in Antibes as an alternative to Nice. The atmosphere here is calmer and more familiar, more relaxing.
Many clients prefer buying an apartment in Antibes close to the sandy beaches, within walking distance of the centre of Antibes and Juan-les-Pins.
The most prestigious quarters are located between Cap d’Antibes and the Old Town – Ilette, Rostagne, Ponteil, Chemin des Sables. Buying a house or an apartment in these quiet streets close to the sea has always been a dream for Parisians.
Our real estate agency in Antibes is situated in the heart of Cap d’Antibes. It specialises in sales of properties in the most prestigious areas of Antibes, Juan-les-Pins and Cap d’Antibes.
Our experience and excellent knowledge of the market will help you find a property that would not only be beautiful, but also a good investment, gaining in value with each year that passes.
We can help you purchase a villa in Antibes as a permanent residence or a holiday home. Our offers include villas in the hills with panoramic sea views, as well as houses close to the beach and infrastructure.
International clients who value security prefer houses in gated communities, while the French prefer individual properties.
Clients dreaming of an apartment in Antibes may be interested in the beautiful landscaped residences we offer, with a swimming pool, and a concierge, which are within walking distance of the sandy beach.
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Cap d’Antibes – historically one of the most prestigious and expensive places in France. Cap d’Antibes is a picturesque headland between Antibes and Juan les Pins, and like Cap Ferrat, it attracts the wealthiest people.
Cap d’Antibes is one of the most prestigious and expensive places in all of France.
Cap d’Antibes, like Cap Ferrat is associated with the names of celebrities and millionaires.
It all started in 1865 when a famous botanist Gustave Thuret noticed this beautiful foreland, bought a piece of land, and started his experiments in acclimatizing tropical plants to local conditions.
Thanks to his work Australian eucalyptus and many varieties of palm trees can now be seen on the French Riviera. And the sumptuous green parks became homes to luxurious palaces and villas for Europeans of high standing.
Charles Garnier, the architect of the Opera in Paris and the Casino in Monte-Carlo, built Villa Eilenroc here.
Then came the Villa Les Chênes Verts (Green Oaks), Château la Garupe, as well as Villa Eden Roc and Villa Soleil, which make up the famous hotel de Cap-Eden-Roc.
Château de la Croë was built for Sir Pomeroy Burton. In the first half of the 20th century this palace welcomed the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, as well as Mr and Mrs Churchill.
Buyers and tenants of villas on Cap d’Antibes value:
The beauty of the cape, its nature and sandy beaches
Peace and quiet, away from busy towns
Excellent service, gourmet restaurants, and luxury palace hotels
Proximity to the city infrastructure of Antibes, Juan-les-Pins and most importantly Cannes
30-minute drive to Nice airport
If you are looking for an apartment in Cap d’Antibes, there are not many options – obtaining planning consent to build a block of apartments is difficult in such an elite area.
Cap d’Antibes is mostly associated with the luxury of living in your own house. It might be possible to buy an apartment on the approach to the headland, closer to Antibes and Juan-les-Pin, or further inland towards Garoupe beach.
There are a few luxury new-build residences in Cap d’Antibes, and also under some options under construction.
Some people love Cap d’Antibes, but others prefer Cap Ferrat, the first prefer Cap d’Antibes for its proximity to Cannes, the others Cap Ferrat for its proximity to Monaco.
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Theoule-sur-Mer located 10km away from Cannes in the direction of Saint Raphael is another pearl of Côte d’Azur that not everyone knows about.
Away from the noise and hustle of Cannes you will be enchanted by the wild beauty of this picturesque area. Sand beaches, lovely small bays with emerald water, the beauty of the Esterel mountains, four ports and quiet life attract more and more admirers.
One other thing - the seaside road along Théoule sur Mer – the Golden Corniche – is recognised as one of the most beautiful roads in Europe along the Mediterranean coast.
The advantages of buying property here are the fact of being remarkably close to the sea and having amazing panoramic views of Cannes, the Lérin Islands, and the peaks of Esterel.
If you plan to buy a property in Théoule, it’s worth noting that it’s mostly a holiday summer place where you may feel a little lonely in the winter.
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