Villas for Sale in Cannes: Your Own Housing on the French Riviera
If you are planning to spend your vacation on the French Riviera, then purchasing a villa in Cannes will be a great opportunity to get a change of scenery and enjoy your holiday.
The history of Cannes dates back to 42 BC. This modern town was developed in 1834, when the British Chancellor built his mansion here. He was fascinated by the local beauty, clean air, warm sea and pleasant climate. Very soon the area captivated the English aristocracy. As early as in 1888, Guy de Maupassant wrote the following about Cannes, «Princes, Princes, everywhere Princes.» Many famous people such as Prosper Mérimée, Napoleon Bonaparte, Charlie Chaplin, Marlene Dietrich, Catherine Deneuve, and Princess Diana visited this place at different times throughout history.
The modern city is very clean, comfortable and beautiful. Narrow streets and a long stylish promenade captivate the visitors and tourists. The clean and comfortable beaches invite visitors to enjoy the warm Mediterranean sun. The climate is mild and it rains very rarely here. The temperature in the hottest months rarely rises above 80 degrees.
The most popular place is the Promenade de la Croisette. Here you will find many restaurants, fashion boutiques, and you may even possibly run into one of the actors that live here or are visiting for the multiple festivals.
You will be impressed by how many museums and galleries grace this town. The museum of Art, Museum of the Sea, Museum of art and History of Provence are just a few that reside in this wonderful place. . Take a boat trip to the Lérins Islands. Île Sainte-Marguerite is most famous for its fortress prison, this is where the prisoner called the ‘Man in the Iron Mask’was held. The second island Île Saint-Honorat was home to the abbey founded by Saint Honoratus.
Buy a house in Cannes to experience the finer things in life. The city hosts an impressive number of festivals: the Cannes Film Festival, the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Pyrotechnic Art Festival, Suquet Musical Nights and many others.
Any house that you could purchase in Cannes will meet the highest quality of standards. Most of the properties include a garden, swimming pool, parking area, rooms for staff, etc. Depending on the location your view could be overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. In these estates you can be sure to feel relaxed, calm and confident.
Contact French Riviera Realty, and we will find you a property for purchasing or renting that will match your desires and financial capacities.