Carlton International Exclusive - France Claims First Place & Dominates List of Top 10 Non-Urban Locations

    ST TROPEZ, FRANCE, September 02, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- A survey also reveals that of the non-urban property hotspots around the world, Saint Jean Cap Ferrat on the French Riviera - where Carlton International have a number of luxury properties for sale - is the most expensive.

Based on the report released by the International Residential Index that watches the value of luxury properties around the world, there are specific non-urban pockets in the South of France where prices are substantially more expensive than those commanded in London, Paris and Tokyo.

France nets four of the top ten positions, with real estate South of France figuring in first, second and fourth place. Whilst Saint Jean Cap Ferrat comes in at the top of the list, luxury property for sale in Saint Tropez brings the trendy fishing port in second, with Cannes real estate figuring fourth.

Based on the study, costs for luxury properties in Saint Jean Cap Ferrat, a stunning peninsula sandwiched in between Nice and Monaco, peak at close to GBP33,840 per square metre.

The enchanting community of Saint Jean Cap Ferrat has expanded around its scenic port, home to many of the most luxurious mega yachts on the planet. The peninsula is dotted with many of the region's grandest buildings, discretely concealed within mature, landscaped estates. Most have enviable vistas to the coast and access to private beaches. Properties not so fortunate however are generally within moments of several of the scenic coves and beaches that hug the promontory.

At the same time in Saint Tropez, located roughly 100kms down the coast within the Var department, luxury property commands a price of approximately GBP25,290 per square metre. The vicinity around Saint Tropez is renowned for its beautiful white sandy beaches and whilst waterside properties are rare, when they do surface onto the market they're fiercely sought after, making them some of the most expensive properties on the Riviera.

The International Residential Index of the Top 10 Non-urban Locations:
1. Cap Ferrat, France
2. Saint Tropez, France
3. Courcheval, France
4. Cannes, France
5. Cyprus
6. Sardinia, Italy
7. Guernsey, Channel Islands
8. Aspen, USA
9. Cortina, Italy
10. Mustique, St Vincent and the Grenadines

For those looking to purchase luxury property on the French Riviera Carlton International can assist you in your search. Carlton International represent some of the most exclusive property for sale in the south of France. St Tropez, Cap D'Antibes, Cap Ferrat and Cannes real estate are all available to be viewed through the website at Carlton International.

Website: http://www.carlton-international.com

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