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Between sea, vineyards and the hubbub of the city
The Lavagnac estate sits nestled between the warm waters of the Mediterranean and the rolling vineyards of the world’s
largest wine-producing region. In the tiny village of Bouzigues, only minutes away, France’s most succulent oysters are farmed.
Oyster Beds in Bouziges
And in nearby Pézenas, the bustle and hum of the Saturday market rises from the carved-stone façades of 16th century streets.
Just half an hour north east, elegant Montpellier beckons, the cobbled streets of her pedestrianised centre dotted with
designer boutiques and cafés that spill into relaxed squares.
Five international airports lie within a 90 minute drive of the Domaine’s limestone turrets and manicured fairways. So even a weekend’s
stay becomes quick and easy. A weekend spent wine tasting in one of the many local vineyards, perhaps. Or just simply relaxing in some
charming port-side bistro, from which, just visible in the distance, the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrénées whisper an invitation to ski...
To the south, Béziers (with its new airport) is only 20 minutes. And the pretty town of Pézenas is also only 15 minutes away.
All around this area you'll find forests of pine, oak and cedars, as well as vines that stretch as far as the eye can see. The 'Black Mountains' loom in the distance, and, on a clear day from the shore, you can see the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrénées.
Why Invest in France?
As a holiday and second home destination France remains the strong favourite with the UK market and remains the world's number 1 destination. It doesn't take much imagination to say why this is:
The climate
The cuisine
The rich diversity of landscapes and vibrant cities
The time and ease it takes to get to France
The sea, the mountains oh and of course....
THE WINE
Not forgetting excellent value for money
As far as property is concerned France has always taken a long term approach to property buying and investing. This thought process, often perceived as rather conservative during the "boom boom years" has greatly reassured buyers and bought the French property market long term stability with reliable steady capital growth.
Despite the global recession France is still building and selling, and the French banks have more stringent control over lending criteria than in the UK and so have not been so affected by the bank downturn and credit crunch. The French banks remain keen to lend unlike their British counterparts and property prices have seen a more steady increase rather than the sharp incline and decline of the UK property market.
France has registered a 38% rise in new builds during the first quarter of 2009 (compared to the same quarter in 2008). Interest rates remain at their lowest ever and new French government tax incentives are contributing to this upturn.
Domain de Lavagnac is no exception and with the government prepared to pay all of the 19.6% VAT on a cash back, and the increasing popularity of French tourism this development is as about as stable as it gets with such a low financial outlay.
We at Saffron VIP think this is about as good as it gets for those investors seeking a safe and sound investment with excellent guaranteed returns plus a holiday home for life.
All the property developments you’ve ever dreamt of. In one.
The Domaine de Lavagnac is the most exciting property development on France’s Mediterranean coast. It combines spacious homes of
limestone, oak and glass; an 18-hole International golf course and golf club; and a luxurious spa complex. All this encircles a stunning
400-year old chateau known as the ‘Versailles of Languedoc’ – which is to become a luxurious 5-star hotel, where you’ll sip champagne on
elegant limestone terraces overlooking the chateau’s formal gardens.
THE HAMLETS & HOUSES
The Design
The homes at the Domaine de Lavagnac have been designed by award-winning architect Pascale Malet-Seeli. She talked about the challanges she faced as well as the philosophy behind her superb, contemporary designs.
Each hamlet & avenue will be unique:
"In this development, I don’t think it would be too much to say that each property is truly unique. Once in your particular hamlet or avenue, you’ll notice a distinct personality to each house, each will have its own individual landscaping, its own colours, all of which combines to make each house feel quite different."
Enjoy over 300 days of sunshine – inside your new home at the Domaine de Lavagnac will sit within one of many very individual ‘hamlets’ and ‘avenues’ – scattered amongst the
pine forests and vineyards of the estate. Each house will be built from the best-quality, natural materials, such as Mediterranean oak and
local limestone. Contemporary designs, rather than a ‘pastiche’ of traditional houses, mean solid walls have been replaced with enormous
panes of heat-reducing glass, which let in oceans of Languedoc’s famous sunlight. And ultra-modern kitchens come equipped with the latest
computerised ovens and fridges, as well as polished-granite work-tops.
In the cool air of morning, slide open the large glass doors of your lounge, and step out onto a broad terrace shaded by a wooden pergola.
Enjoy lunch in the dappled shade of your garden. Cool down after a game of golf in your pool, which, like your garden, will be regularly
maintained and tended for you by professionals. Light. Air. Space. Wood. Stone. The homes at the Domaine de Lavagnac will offer
everything you need to feel comfortable, relaxed and positive about life.
Activities
Languedoc's over 300 days of sunshine mean you can be out and about - enjoying fresh air and gorgeous landscapes - for most of the year. The estate's woodlands will offer a wide range of activities - from the sedate pleasures of morning walks and a game of boules, to rather more active pursuits - such as jogging, cycling or horse-riding through lush forest, and canoeing down the nearby Hérault river.
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