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Bastide, mas or contemporary villa: choosing your property

Character or flowing spaces?

A stone bastide or Provençal mas appeals through its materials and character. A contemporary villa often suits open spaces and continuity between indoors and outdoors. The label is not enough: each design should be assessed through layout, light and use.

Sea views, infinity pools and gardens

Define your priorities: a panorama from living areas, a private terrace, swimming space or a family garden. An infinity pool creates visual continuity; weigh its appeal against orientation, maintenance and actual use.

Match the property to its area

Mougins and Valbonne can guide a search towards character properties and family life; coastal areas allow a focus on sea views. French Riviera Experts builds the search around your criteria and properties actually available.

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By Xavier Alberini · French Riviera Experts

Updated 7 October 2026