Real estate in the Cannes Countryside

The Cannes countryside, a prime location between French Riviera and Provence

Cannes and its region attract numerous visitors every year. Some come and see the Croisette as a tourist and decide to settle down permanently and some choose to purchase a second home. Even though the city has so many appealing qualities , its surroundings are just as attractive and charming. Are you looking for a property for sale in Cannes and its surroundings? Follow the guide for an enchanting visit in the upper region of Cannes...

An easily won challenge you'll be faced with is moving away from the sea in order to have an even better view from the Cannes countryside. You will enjoy the calm of the countryside landscaped with olive trees and lavender, while also enjoying a breathtaking view of Cannes and its beautiful coastline. Surprised yet? This kind of geographical situation is actually very common in the Alpes Maritimes region. With its unique position between the sea and the mountains, the Cannes countryside is a haven of peace.

Typical Provençal villages have preserved their identity through centuries-old forts like traditional Provencal stone farm houses decorated with their grape vine covered gazebos. What a pleasant place to rest in the shade under the umbrella pines. Everything is at the tip of your fingers with city and the coast very close to one another. Living in the upper region of Cannes is an invaluable luxury: living in the countryside in a beautiful natural environment while enjoying the advantages of the nearby city.

Biot, Grasse, or Roquefort les Pins are your next destination to find your dream property. Their price per m2 is variable, from 5,000€ to 8,000€ in Biot or Valbonne, and go up to 12,000€ in Mougins or Saint-Paul de Vence. Kept far from the hustle and bustle of the city, these chic villages and bourgeois neighborhoods in the backcountry of Cannes offer relaxation and a pleasant lifestyle. Embark on a tour of the Cannes countryside....

Grasse, a city of both history and perfume

Grasse, the city of perfume, scents the air with its joie de vivre. Almost as big as Cannes in terms of size, the city reveals its charm in and around its historic city center. What is striking about this town are the cobblestone streets that rise and fall up and down steep slopes alongside large avenues lined with luxury shops. Here, lavender is considered royalty and can be found on every corner of the city's streets.

In this semi-urban, semi-rural environment, you will have a good chance of finding an apartment or villa for sale in Grasse. Among this city's many passions are art and history that resonate throughout the town like a cicada's song. You won't be able to resist this great city's countryside charm.

Mouans Sartoux, a unique village in Provence

Luxurious homes with shimmering facades... beautiful villas surrounded by lush gardens... without a doubt, you’ll feel at home in Mouans Sartoux. All that remains of this former agricultural village are the remains of its castle and the bright pink, blue, and yellow colors of the historic city center.

Mouans Sartoux has changed and is now a top-of-the-line destination. You will never get tired of its picturesque charm and strolling through its cobblestone streets. Visit not only once but several times the immense garden where the flowers that produce the many aromas of Grasse's perfumeries are grown. An ideal place to settle down and enjoy life!

Biot, a picturesque village in the Cannes countryside

Not far from Antibes, Biot stands on a rocky cliff. Its tall and colorful houses immediately suggest the artistic atmosphere that characterizes this village. While housing developments and other single-family homes occupy large spaces, the historic old town contains every artist's shop imaginable in its central avenue, a symbol of Provence. Over there, a painter and their easel... a little further, the craftsman with his wicker baskets... and the artisan glassmakers... everyone seeming to have received the same message to unite their artisan skills in one place.

Picturesque is the word that most appropriately describes Biot while the whole village is teeming with creativity. You will most likely find your next real estate investment on the French Riviera in such an interesting place, whether you are here on holiday or settling down for a lifetime.

Mougins, symbol of the Cannes countryside

Nestled in the heart of the Parc de la Valmasque, Mougins is a real jewel of the Cannes countryside and the Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur region. You will immediately be captivated by its flowery streets lined with traditional stone facade homes. The view overlooking Cannes is breathtaking. The entire Baie des Anges is there for your viewing pleasure, extending all the way to the Lérins islands. This true architectural gem with its stunning panorama has been a cradle of inspiration for many artists and celebrities such as Cocteau, Picasso, Dior and, Churchill.

Only 15 minutes away from Cannes, Mougins is known for its pleasant lifestyle in a preserved and well-kept environment. Your new property in Mougins is most likely hidden behind one of the many flower gardens that landscape the city. Luxurious villas invite you to spend relaxing time throughout the year.

La Colle sur Loup, a pristine Provence oasis near Cannes

At the gateway to the Gorges du Loup, La Colle sur Loup welcomes you in with its Provencal houses in a preserved natural landscape. Century-old oak trees are found alongside the region's emblematic olive trees, mixing their scent with that of wild lemon trees scattered here and there. In the middle flows the river Loup.

The ancient village surrounded by more recent, but just as charming, houses antique dealers who have taken refuge in this historic place. As former capital of rose’s perfume, the village invites you to stroll about and get lost in the maze of its narrow streets that lead to charming squares decorated with enchanting fountains. You future apartment or villa is undoubtedly located in  La Colle sur Loup in this timeless landscape.

Vence, a historic city in the Cannes countryside

Above all a place of artistic inspiration, Vence has always known to attract painters and authors. The reason? An exceptional village of rare beauty and unique historical heritage. The ancient city's old stones still stand today and stand side by side in perfect harmony with the more recent developments. The past meets the present in a harmonious and inspiring ballet.

Matisse eve settled down there, captivated by the landscape and spirit of this Provençal village with its castle-like appearance. In such an exquisite setting, Vence welcomes you to come and experience life in the sun’s gentle warmth.

Valbonne, at the crossroads of Provence's traditions and contemporary real estate

Taking part in the development of the adjoining technological hub, Sophia Antipolis, Valbonne has been able to thrive over the years. From a charming Provencal village lost in the middle of the garrigue, it has become a high standing residential town that has kept its own distinctive character. Pastel colored shutters hanging on to ochre facades set the tone as step foot in this quaint town.

Porches, vaulted doors, and dressed stone intertwine with bougainvilleas cascading down along the facades. Choosing to invest in a villa or an apartment in Valbonne means investing in a unique place whether for living or vacationing.

Opio, a small village typical of Provence

Opio is full of incredible benefits despite its size. This territory has been endowed with exceptional scenery and a temperate microclimate that is home to the largest olive grove in the region. These however are not the village's only resources, as it also produces jasmine and rose for perfumeries in Grasse.

With scenery straight out of a postcard, you can unpack your bags in one of Opio's apartments for sale. Between the medieval bell tower and the village houses grouped behind the ramparts, you'll feel the immediate pleasure of living under the Mediterranean sun.

Reach for the sky in Saint-Paul de Vence

Perched on a towering rocky peak, Saint-Paul de Vence attracts visitors with its timeless charm. Small cobblestone alleys run through the village's tall stone houses surrounded by singing cicadas. The surrounding landscapes form a unique patchwork of colors ranging from the umbrella pine's soft green hue to the violet lavender fields.

A wonderful place for art expression, the village is home to many painters and artisan craftsmen who came to this inspiring place, and dear to Yves Montand. Even if you are not an artist at heart, you will easily succumb to the charm of this sun-kissed village.

Roquefort les Pins, comfort in the heart of nature

Nestled in an exceptional natural setting, Roquefort les Pins is the ideal residential village. The area is scattered with with beautiful luxury villas surrounded by manicured gardens. In the middle of the strawberry trees and umbrella pines, the luxurious homes blossom and shine.

Calm and tranquility are on the agenda here, even if the city center offers all the comforts for a very active lifestyle. This chic and elegant are will most likely be the place of your dream home.

Tourettes-sur-Loup, a unique medieval village in the Cannes countryside

Not far from the coast, the city of violets opens its doors and welcomes you. Once you've stepped foot inside, you will be surprised to discover a medieval village of rare beauty. As if straight out of the past, the village has managed to preserve a mark of authenticity that leaves no one indifferent. Its houses with stone facades are lined with vaulted doors in variations of ochre, sometimes punctuated by the bright red petals of a bougainvillea tree.

Here too, artists fell under the spell of this picturesque village. In fact, artists' shops are located all along the cobblestone streets. Inspiration is endlessly abundant in such a place. This is the perfect location if you dream of calm and serenity in a setting where nature dances with the city's stone walls.