A busy week in the world of Languedoc property

Well I don't think that we're about to see prices start rocketing up but activity levels in the world of Languedoc property have most definately picked up. Or is it that activity levels are the same but the quality of buyers have improved? I think it's a bit of both.

Certainly this is the time of year when the most serious buyers tend to fly out for a 3-4 day property search trip and at the moment I have some very serious buyers indeed who are here hoping to see the house of their dreams.

This week has seen some very interesting new houses come onto the market as well.

• I've just been instructed on a really nice 2 double bed, 2 bath village house in Puissalicon, with small private courtyard garden, in good condition, with original features at a very sensible €135,000. 

It's going to take me a few days to get photos and measurements organised but watch this space.

• This afternoon I'm going to see a 150 sqm 3 bed village house in Abeilhan with courtyard garden, roof terrace and aparently some fabulous views. This looks like it will be in the €230,000 region but I'll confirm this once I've seen it.

• And last but by no means least, one of the most amazing period village houses I have ever seen. Think village house meets chateau with a large helping of "Grand Designs" and you'll be on the right track.

In the pretty village of Nebian, 3-5 beds, depending on how you use the space, huge 100 sqm vaulted reception room, 2 terraces, garage and a seriously big dollop of "WOW". I showed this to clients yesterday who are thinking of making an offer so we'll have to see what happens over the weekend but if they don't go for it and you've got €295,000 in your pocket then I suggest you get onto ryanair.com as fast as you can and get over here quickly.

More info and photos to follow but for now you can see the locations of these three villages on the map below.



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Villa in Caux a real winner

Yesterday I visited a fabulous villa in Caux, just outside Pezenas.

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This villa in Caux is a really smart modern villa made of lovely big blocks of stone. Unusual but it works very well. It's 3 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 shower room and lovely big reception/dining room with modern open-plan kitchen.

The house is around 125 sqm of living space plus garage and sits on a plot of just under 900 sqm.

It has gas run underfloor heating throughout and a lovely landscaped garden with fabulous summer terrace and swimming pool.

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The house is expected to come onto the market in the next week or so at around €350-375,000 which is pretty much the right price for a house of such quality. It's in a really nice location and is sure to generate plenty of attention.

If you're planning a viewing trip to France and would like to get a preview of this fab villa in Caux then call me now on 00 33 467 00 11 71 to arange a viewing.

Snow in the Languedoc !!!!!

So here I am in the sunny south of France, only 20 minutes from the Mediteranean sea where it regulary gets into the late 30's celcius in the height of summer and it's snowing!!!  That's right. You heard me correctly, snowing.

I'm sure it wopn't last but what fun it would be for the children if it settled a little for Christmas day.

Here's hoping.

BBC news - Google to offer property listings - How will this effect property in Languedoc?

Yesterday BBC News reported that Google, probably the best known internet search engine in the world is going to launch a "Property dimension" to it's UK mapping system.

The system will allow both Estate Agents and private individuals to list properties for free that will be shown as an overlay on google's maps.

Apparently there have been mixed responses over this, with shares in property portal "Right Move" falling by 10% at the announcement.

I'm not sure when this will come to France but am certain that it will. The question is, how will this affect property in Languedoc, property in Herault and of course property for sale in France as a whole.

I can see it as a good move although suppose that there must be some kind of filtering system that will be put in place otherwise google maps could get very crowded very quickly. I guess we'll have to wait and see.

In the meantime, if you're looking for property to buy in Languedoc or property to buy in Herault then call us on 00 33 467 00 11 71 or 020 7913 9341 from the UK to discuss your requirements.


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Property la Tamarissiere a great spot to spend a summer holiday

The small, little known beachfront village called la Tamarissiere is tucked quietly away from the masses on a small stretch of coast at the mouth of the river Herault in between Agde and Cap d'Agde.

Property in la Tamarissiere can prove to be a great investment for many many fun family holidays in the sun.

Read more about property in la Tamarissiere and discover if it's right for you.

domaine de Lavagnac scoops European property awards...........

The Domaine de Lavagnac, one of the finest examples of property in Languedoc we have seen for some time has just won several 5 star awards at the CNBC Arabiya European Property Awards, including best French golf development and best French development.

This, along with the ever increasing numbers of unit reservations at Domaine de Lavagnac underlines the point that in a time of economic uncertainty, Languedoc property and specifically Herault property is still very popular and continues to be seen as a sound investment.

If you would like to read about specific properties for sale at Domaine de Lavagnac then please follow this link and simply put LAV into the “Reference” box and then hit “SEARCH”.

If you’d like to see details of general property in Languedoc or Property in Herault that we have for sale then follow this link and hit “SEARCH” in the search property box in the top right of the screen.

Apartment in Beziers

I have just been talking to clients of mine who are getting ready to market their apartment in Beziers. I haven't seen it yet but it sounds very interesting.

The location is great, right in the heart of the town just off the Allee Paul Riquet


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The apartment is aparently in a well run building with concierge, underground parking and a terrace.

I'll post more info once I've seen it but in the meantime if you're looking to buy and apartment in Beziers then give me a call on 00 33 467 00 11 71

Simon Kerridge