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Dear Readers, In this newsletter we look at three stone houses new on the market locally, along with a leaseback programme in the prestigious Chateau de Cely-en-Bière golf and leisure park south of Paris. First of all though, we highlight the upcoming Courbet retrospective in Montpellier. Should you wish to be removed from this mailing list, please use the link provided at the bottom of the page. Otherwise, kindly read on. - -
The Fabre museum in Montpellier will this summer play host to a major international retrospective on Gustave Courbet, organized in association with the New York Metropolitan Museum and the Grand Palais in Paris.  In the words of France's official tourism site ... " ... all of Courbet’s major masterpieces, as well as numerous re-discoveries, have been gathered from public and private collections around the world. This large-scale exhibition pays tribute to an artist whose career was closely related to Alfred Bruyas, the Montpellier collector who later bequeathed one of his most beautiful paintings to his hometown museum. It was Alfred Bruyas who introduced Gustave Courbet to Montpellier. Spending time in the city in 1854 and in 1857, the artist was inspired by the light, which he considered to be more lively than elsewhere. His paintings included views of the Palavas marshes and fishermen’s cabins, the Ambrussum bridge (vestiges of the via Domitia Roman road) as well as vineyards such as the Tour de Farges domain near Lunel. Little by little, these Languedoc landscapes made their way into international art history. Unlike Paris and New York, the Montpellier leg of this exhibition takes on a regional nature. The Fabre museum’s permanent collection highlights Courbet’s contributions, showing visitors the link between works in the Bruyas collection and Courbet’s own perspective. While outside, a Courbet route takes visitors on a trip through the Languedoc area in Courbet’s footsteps." The exhibition will run from from June 14th to September 28th. In two weeks we take a look at the work of a local winemaker. Top Property: Stone house near Ledignan (Gard) Stone farmhouse in a small hamlet near Ledignan surrounded by vineyards. The main dwelling comprises seven rooms including a fitted kitchen and a large living room, each with exposed timberwork. Various outbuildings provide additional space for extra accommodation pending relevant renovation - in particular a stone outhouse (2 x 30m²) and a workshop (70m²). In addition there are vaulted cellars. The hamlet is situated a 35 minute drive from the centre of the Roman city of Nimes. Property ref. : 569 Asking price: 345,000€ For more pictures and information, please click here.  Top Property: Stone house near Anduze (Gard) L shaped stone house overlooking surrounding countryside requiring a full renovation. The property stands in 1127m² of ground. Ample potential. Property ref. : 571 Asking price: 235,400€ For more pictures and information, please click here.  Top Property: Stone house near Ales (Gard) Competently restored three bedroom stone house with an interior surface area of approximately 80m², standing in nearly two acres of garden with numerous olive trees, and a couple of outbuildings. The living room offers a log fireplace and has a vaulted ceiling (lines of shallow vaults). There is a fitted kitchen, double glazing and a car shelter. Part of the ground is buildable. Property ref. : 570 Asking price: 350,000€ For more pictures and information, please click here.  Top Property: Chateau de Cely-en-Bière (Seine-et-Marne) The setting of the Domaine du Chateau de Cely is the "Parc du Gatinais" between Fontainebleau and the Seine, an area of great inspiration to landscape painters and impressionists who made nearby Barbizon their focal point. The Chateaux of Vaux-le-Vicomte and Fontainebleau draw visitors for far and wide. Set within a 138 acre park with a turreted XIVth century Chateau and golf and country club, the residence has undeniable assets. Its architecture is modern, and coherent with standards laid out by the French national architect's bureau - it will thus blend harmoniously with the environment and existing heritage. Cély Chateau plays the role of the reception, lounge, bar and grand dining room, in full view of the 18 hole golf course. Additional services include six conference rooms, a swimming pool and spa, the residence thus catering for a wide ranging business and tourist clientele, besides seminaries, conventions and functions. 45 kilometres south east of Paris, Cély-en-Bière has direct access to the A6 autoroute joining Paris to Lyon, and the nearby high speed train link. Being a full leaseback scheme, the programme is eligible for a full VAT refund. Property ref. : 48 (Leaseback) Prices: 119,152€ to 187,263€ (inclusive of refundable VAT) Further information is available on request.    +33 467 297 068 +33 626 581 415 Contact: http://www.jamespropertiesfrance.com/message.php For all other information: http://www.jamespropertiesfrance.com About James Properties France: Based in Montpellier in the south of France, bringing to you a carefully picked selection of properties within a 70 mile radius - with the occasional more distant exception - that are chosen for their combinations of attributes, most notably: - Setting of outstanding natural beauty - Distinct character or unusual features - Quality of renovation or authenticity - Value for money James Properties France (JPF) serves primarily an English speaking, though often highly Francophile clientele looking to move or own a second home in the south of France around such places as Uzes, Nîmes, Montpellier, Anduze, St. Hippolyte du Fort, the Southern Cevennes, Gignac and Clermont l'Herault and the Hauts Cantons. The property selection proposed by JPF is targeted to fit buyers from abroad in terms of types of location, accessibility, environment / landscapes, and types and formats of construction. Besides bringing you a wide array of properties, JPF helps by running specific searches in the Gard and Hérault. JPF acts as an intermediary between you and a number of regional estate agencies, at no extra charge. Selections of properties that meet your criteria can be established prior to your visits, any linguistic issues totally alleviated, questions about French procedures and legislation addressed quickly, and information on prices and property details addressed plainly by all parties. JPF also presents a wide selection of off plan properties throughout France. If you are thinking about a leaseback operation, traditional buy-to-let or an apartment or villa for personal usage, JPF can help. Regions where JPF is particularly present include Paris / Ile de France, Languedoc Roussillon, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur, Aquitaine and Brittany. Please browse options on the Off Plan Property Page. JPF helps you with your purchase from the beginning to the end of the process, often communicating with the assigned notary to make sure that content and conditions of sale are correctly documented, ensuring all is in order for completion, and keeping you informed of progress. Insurance and utilities can also be arranged. Should you wish to have assistance in maintaining or making alterations to your house, or any formalities associated with property ownership or financing in France, JPF can give assistance on an hourly basis. Finally, if you are looking to sell your property in the south of France, JPF can also help. If you would like to unsubscribe from this newsletter, please click on the following link: http://www.jamespropertiesfrance.com/newsletter.php |