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Buying a house by the sea means enjoying a unique setting where the view of the horizon blends with a soothing atmosphere. From Brittany to the Alpes-Maritimes, via the Gironde and Seine-Maritime, each region has its own specificities.
Some will prefer a charming house with a terrace and a view of the cliffs of Saint-Brieuc or Cherbourg, while others will favour a villa with a swimming pool and garage in Cannes. For those who dream of an exceptional property, a castle on the coast or a residence of character may be a great opportunity. Apartments in second homes in Lacanau or near the beaches are also highly sought after, especially as an investment for seasonal rentals.
Brittany is an ideal region for buying a farmhouse, an old house, a stone house or a mill, offering a preserved setting between green countryside and wild coastline.
The farmhouses, typical of Morbihan and Finistère, are often long, stone buildings with outbuildings, large plots of land and slate roofs. They appeal to those interested in renovation and agricultural projects or tourist accommodation.
The old houses of Finistère and Morbihan are recognisable by their thick granite walls, exposed beams and monumental fireplaces. They are located in towns and villages of character, such as Quimper, Pont-Aven or Vannes, and offer timeless charm.
The stone houses of Morbihan are ideal for those looking for a characterful home close to the ocean or in the countryside, with materials typical of Breton architecture.
Breton mills, often nestled by rivers or streams, are rare and sought-after for their bucolic setting, their history and their potential for renovation. They can be found in the Blavet and Oust valleys, among others.
Prices are generally affordable, with an average of €2,500 per square metre, although coastal areas (Morbihan, southern Finistère) are more expensive. Easily accessible by TGV (Rennes, Brest) and with several regional airports, Brittany also attracts visitors with its many activities: hiking on the GR34 trails, sailing and cultural festivals. Ideal for: lovers of nature, the coast and traditions.
Brittany is an ideal region in which to acquire a manor house or a castle, offering a unique architectural heritage and a preserved natural environment between wild coastline and legendary forests. In the Côtes-d'Armor, particularly in Guingamp, the Breton granite manor houses are characterised by their slate roofs, monumental chimneys and vast wooded estates.
Often steeped in history, these properties offer a rare authenticity, perfect for a prestigious residence or a charming accommodation project. The Breton châteaux, scattered throughout the region, bear witness to Brittany's noble history.
Whether in Morbihan, Ille-et-Vilaine or Finistère, these residences offer landscaped parks, outbuildings and breathtaking views of the countryside or the sea.
Brittany is a prime destination for buying an apartment, house or villa by the sea, offering an unspoilt coastline and a unique living environment of cliffs, beaches and characterful ports.
In Morbihan, seaside apartments, particularly in Vannes, Carnac or Quiberon, offer panoramic balconies, direct access to the beach and breathtaking views of the gulf. These properties are very popular as second homes or upmarket rental investments.
The seaside houses, located in Finistère, Morbihan, Côtes-d'Armor, Dinard or Saint-Malo, are appealing for their granite architecture, their vast gardens and their proximity to wild beaches. These typically Breton residences combine traditional charm and modern comfort, with breathtaking views of the ocean. The more exclusive seaside villas are nestled in privileged environments with swimming pools, panoramic terraces and private access to the beach. They can be found in particular in La Trinité-sur-Mer, Perros-Guirec and Belle-Île-en-Mer, true havens of peace for a clientele in search of prestige.
Brittany offers a wide choice of contemporary, manor, architect-designed and luxury houses, combining character and modernity.
The Pays de la Loire offers a wide choice of seaside houses, including contemporary villas, fishermen's cottages and stone mansions. Three departments stand out:
The average price per square metre varies between €4,000 and €8,500, depending on the location. With 3.8 million inhabitants, the region is well connected via the TGV stations of Nantes and La Baule, Nantes-Atlantique airport and the A83 motorway.
In Corsica, traditional stone houses are often made of granite, with thick walls and slate roofs. They can be found both by the sea and in the heart of hilltop villages, offering breathtaking views of the Mediterranean or the mountains.
The average price per square metre varies greatly: from €3,500 to €6,500/m² depending on the location. With a population of 340,000, the island is accessible via several airports (Ajaccio, Bastia, Figari) and ferries connecting it to the mainland.
With its heavenly beaches, hikes through the maquis and villages steeped in history, Corsica is a unique setting for a stone house.
Corsica is a favourite destination for buying an apartment, house or villa by the sea, offering a wild coastline, turquoise waters and an unspoilt setting between the sea and the maquis.
The seaside apartments, particularly in Ajaccio, Bastia, Porto-Vecchio and Calvi, are appealing thanks to their large terraces with unobstructed views, direct access to the beaches and high-end services. These properties are highly sought-after as second homes or upmarket rental investments. The seaside houses, spread across the island, particularly in Bonifacio, Saint-Florent and Propriano, combine traditional stone architecture and modern lines, offering a lifestyle that is both authentic and comfortable. These properties often have Mediterranean gardens and are very close to the beach.
The more exclusive seaside villas are located in privileged areas such as Porto-Vecchio, Palombaggia or Île-Rousse, and offer exceptional amenities: infinity pools, panoramic terraces and private access to the sea.
Corsica is a popular destination for buying a luxury home, offering contemporary villas with panoramic views of the Mediterranean, often with infinity pools and private access to the beach.
With its heavenly beaches, steep mountains and hilltop villages, the island offers an exceptional setting. The average price per square metre varies between €7,000 and €15,000, with peaks of €20,000 for exceptional properties in Porto-Vecchio or Calvi.
With its yachting and Mediterranean gastronomy, Corsica is the ideal place for a prestigious seaside residence.
Normandy is an ideal region for a house by the sea, with its long beaches, majestic cliffs and elegant seaside resorts. The properties are varied, ranging from typical stone houses to Belle Époque villas. Two departments stand out in particular:
The average price per square metre varies between €3,500 and €7,000/m² depending on the proximity to the coast. With 3.3 million inhabitants, Normandy is well served by the A13 motorway, the TGV stations at Caen and Deauville, and ferries to England.
Aquitaine is an ideal region for purchasing wine estates and mills with character, combining unspoilt natural surroundings, authentic architecture and historical prestige.
The wine estates of Gironde, Bordeaux, Pomerol and Saint-Émilion are among the most sought-after in the world. These properties offer exceptional vines, wine châteaux and prestigious cellars, nestling at the heart of a region renowned for its grands crus classés. Buying a vineyard in Aquitaine represents a unique investment in an elite market. The stone mills of Dordogne, Charente, Gironde, Lot and Lot-et-Garonne bear witness to the region's rich historical past. Carefully restored, these properties offer a bucolic riverside setting, preserved mechanisms and buildings with exposed beams. Located in a calm and green environment, these properties appeal to those in search of an authentic haven of peace.
Aquitaine offers a wide choice of seaside homes, ranging from the modern villas of the Bassin d'Arcachon to the traditional Basque houses of Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
The landscapes vary between ocean beaches, wild dunes and Basque cliffs. The average price per square metre varies between €5,000 and €10,000 depending on the city. With 3.3 million inhabitants, the region benefits from rapid access via the TGV stations of Bordeaux and Biarritz, as well as international airports.
The Landes offers a preserved natural environment, ideal for buying a house by the sea, often contemporary wooden villas or Basque-Landes houses with large wooded grounds. With its endless beaches, dunes and pine forests, the department appeals to lovers of surfing and wild nature.
The average price per square metre varies between €4,000 and €7,500 on the coast. With 420,000 inhabitants, the region is well connected via the A63 motorway, the Dax TGV station and Biarritz airport. With surfing in Hossegor, walks in the forest and local markets, the Landes region offers an ideal setting for a house by the sea.
In Les Landes, the elegant architecture of the manor houses, a blend of stone and wood, is particularly striking. They are often set in the heart of vast wooded parks and bordered by pine forests. These properties are spacious, with high ceilings, and often have outbuildings that can be converted as required. Between the ocean, the dunes and the immense wooded expanses, the setting is ideal for a peaceful and refined life.
The Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) region is appealing for its sunny setting, its architectural heritage and its exceptional terroir, offering properties of character, from stone houses to Provençal farmhouses and wine estates.
The wine estates of the Var and Provence are renowned for their prestigious vines, often backing onto 18th-century country houses or châteaux, in areas such as the Coteaux Varois or the Alpilles. These estates offer large farms, vaulted cellars and panoramic views of the vineyards.
The stone houses, emblematic of the Luberon, Vaucluse and the Var hills, combine authenticity and modernity, with exposed beams, golden stone walls and large shaded terraces.
Provençal farmhouses, typical of the Arles, Alpilles and Vaucluse (Sarrians) areas, are prized for their absolute calm, their olive groves and their patios sheltered from the mistral, offering a perfect setting for a second home or a guest house project.
With prices ranging from €4,500 to €12,000/m², depending on the location and prestige of the property, Provence remains a high-end market where real estate is combined with the Mediterranean art of living and traditions.
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) is an exceptional place to buy an apartment or house by the sea, with its unspoilt Mediterranean coastline and emblematic cities.
In the Var, Marseille, Nice, Cannes and La Ciotat, the seaside apartments offer balconies with panoramic views, direct access to the beach and secure residences with high-end services. Areas such as the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, the Croisette in Cannes and the Vieux-Port in Marseille are particularly popular with clients looking for luxury and comfort. The seaside houses, located in particular in the Var and in Marseille, range from Provençal country houses with Mediterranean gardens to contemporary villas with swimming pools and properties right at the water's edge. Towns such as Cassis, Bandol and Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer offer a preserved setting where authenticity rubs shoulders with prestige.
Located in the south-east of France, the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) region is one of the most popular destinations in Europe, attracting millions of visitors and new residents every year who come in search of the mild climate and sunshine of the south.
This small region has six departments: Alpes Maritimes, Hautes Alpes, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Bouches-du-Rhône, Var and Vaucluse, some large cities such as Marseille (France's second largest city), Nice and Toulon, and internationally famous cities such as Cannes and Saint-Tropez.
It is the sunniest region in France and the most sought-after for buying a second home! Buying a house in the PACA region means choosing a life close to the sea and the mountains, lulled by the sun and the song of the cicadas.
In Sète, the seaside houses are often Mediterranean-style with terraces and views of the Étang de Thau or the Mediterranean. The landscape is unique, with golden beaches, canals and hills offering a picturesque atmosphere. The average price per square metre is between €4,500 and €8,500 per square metre depending on the location.
With 45,000 inhabitants, Sète is accessible via the A9 motorway, the TGV station and Montpellier airport. In terms of activities, sailing, festivals and local gastronomy make Sète a popular place for a house by the sea.
Whether you are looking for a bright ground floor apartment, a large living room, or a property with several square metres of living space, each purchase must correspond to your tastes and your life plan. A property with double glazing and a good surface area guarantees optimal comfort all year round.
The information available online about our listings allows you to refine your choice according to location, whether it is a house near Paris for weekends or a long-term investment on an unspoilt island. With the right criteria, all that remains is to find that real gem that will allow you to live life to the fullest with your feet in the water.
