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With coastlines on both the Atlantic and Mediterranean,
France arguably has the greatest variety of sailing
anywhere in Europe. And France, proud of its maritime
traditions, is a leader in the yachting world. These five
properties are ideal for keen sailors
BRITTANY €135,000
Stone cottage near Brest
Only 3km from the sea and within easy reach of Brest
airport and the port of Roscoff, this stone-built
renovated property has a lounge with fireplace, a
kitchen, two bedrooms, a bathroom and a small
garden of around 210m2, with exposed stone walling
as well as beams. Brest is home to the French
Atlantic Navy, which gives the town an added sense
of purpose and importance. The port lies in a
naturally protected harbour known as the Rade.
PROVENCE-ALPES-CÔTE D’AZUR (VAR) €250,000
Townhouse in quiet location in Toulon
Renovated one-storey house in a
friendly area with a village atmosphere
near the centre of Toulon and all
amenities and schools. Toulon has a
colourful maritime culture. The house
includes a kitchen, a living room of
30m2, and three bedrooms, two on the
ground floor, and one on a mezzanine
with a wooden floor.
The house has a private terrace of 20m2
and is set in a 200m2 garden with trees.
POITOU-CHARENTES €225,000
Furnished home with pool near Royan
This three-bedroom detached house is in a perfect
location on the edge of a sleepy village, 15
minutes from the nearest beach. There’s a
swimming pool, orchard, large lounge with wood
burner, oil central heating, new fitted kitchen,
bathroom, separate WC, large utility room,
massive garage and store room, balcony with
superb views and about 3/4 acre land. Sold with all
furniture. Royan is renowned for its superb sailing
and water sports centre, the Nautical Space.
LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON €72,250
Convenient flat in Cap d’Agde port
This property, on the Île des Pécheurs, has a superb 180° view over the harbour and sea. The
west-facing apartment features one cabin-bedroom which can sleep up to four. To get your daily
dose of sunshine, the terrace is large enough for meals. Plenty of furniture included in the asking
price. Parking nearby.
PROVENCE-ALPES-CÔTE D’AZUR (VAR) €1,375,000
Stylish five-bedroom villa near Cannes
This superb villa combines Provençal and contemporary architecture. Near Cannes, where
yachts the size of ocean liners dominate the bay, the south-facing property is flooded with
natural light. A spacious home with high-quality fittings and wonderful views. Large
living/dining room, a modern kitchen, a study (or a bedroom as it has an adjacent shower room
and WC); three spacious double bedrooms with en-suites and two with private terraces; two
further double bedrooms sharing a shower room and WC. Immaculately decorated throughout.
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