The town of Mougins, ideally located on a hill between Cannes and Grasse, has become known as THE place on the Côte d’Azur to buy a luxury flat or villa. Nature, history, culture, gastronomy etc. There are many reasons why Mougins is such a popular destination.
When it comes to buying a luxury house or flat, Mougins sets the standard thanks to its numerous and obvious advantages.
A town devoted to luxury tourism
In the mid-20th century, Mougins experienced a period of growth and prosperity, with an emphasis on exclusive and luxury tourism. Numerous artists and show biz celebrities decided to set up home in Mougins, following in the footsteps of Jean Cocteau, Fernand Léger and Pablo Picasso. To further cement its reputation as a luxury tourist destination, the town council built two 18-hole golf courses, located to the east and the west of the town respectively. You can take full advantage of all these facilities when you buy a luxury flat or villa in Mougins.
A focus on art and gastronomy
Mougins centre, with the remains of the old village, is a lovely place for a stroll and was once a favourite holiday haunt of artists. In fact, there are still numerous art galleries and artists’ studios here. Mougins has also emerged as a gourmet destination. You’ll find lots of top restaurants here. Furthermore, every year the city hosts the International Gastronomy Festival. In fact, there are many reasons why this is the town of choice when it comes to buying a luxury house or flat.
Emphasizing the importance of nature
Despite being just 30 minutes from Nice-Côte d’Azur airport, near Cannes train station and the motorway, the town of Mougins is very unspoilt. Pines, mature cypress trees and oaks are everywhere in Mougins, making it the ideal place to buy a luxury house or flat. You can also admire the lotus flowers on the Etang de Fontmerle lake, bordering Valmasque natural park.
The property market in Mougins is particularly dynamic which is why it makes sense to employ the services of an ENGEL & VÖLKERS luxury estate agent to assist you in your search and ensure your house hunting reaches a successful conclusion.
Buying a luxury flat in the town centre
If you want to enjoy Mougins’ vibrant atmosphere or wander around its narrow streets, seemingly untouched by time, then think about buying a high-end property in the village centre, where you’ll find lots of comfortable, luxury flats. But there are also properties with balconies or even terraces where you can enjoy the exceptional views that Mougins has to offer.
Moving out of town to buy a luxury property
If you’re thinking of buying a luxury house in Mougins, then think about looking outside the town centre. You’ll then have the choice between charming, Neo-Provençal style houses or other modern properties, designed by renowned architects. Once you leave the town centre, you’ll find luxury houses surrounded by lush gardens or extensive grounds with pools, pool-houses and even outbuildings for guests.
Treat yourself to an exceptional view
Whether you want to buy a luxury flat in the village centre or a house nestled in an exceptional estate, Mougins and its surroundings offer breath-taking views. The town of Mougins, perched 260 metres above sea level, offers an exceptional panoramic view of the surrounding area. There are many varied landscapes for you to admire when you buy a luxury house or flat in Mougins, from the bay of Cannes with its endless sea views, to the Pre-Alps and the Esterel mountain range.