Relativism, in Barcelona
You never finish anything - it’s your greatest fault. You know it all too well. So when you had to choose a residence in Barcelona, it was only natural that ...Qualm-free, in Miami
That’s right, you’ve succumbed to the siren call of Florida and moved into this barely 1,070 sq ft apartment with a sea view. Year-round sunshine, tropical climate, walks along the seafront, outdoor ...Reassurance, in Bulgaria
As a constant fretter, holidays have never been a calming experience for you. You always envisage the worst. Which is why investing in this 2,120 sq ft apartment in Tsarevo will bring ...Mise en abîme, in Sardinia
A house on an island, gazing out at another island. One you’ll be itching to explore if you choose to move into this 4,305 sq ft new house facing out to the ...Out ahead of the rest of the world, in Canada
On this isolated peninsula (yet less than an hour from Montreal), this magnificent property will make you feel as though you rule the world! On the banks of Lac de la ...Just add a white horse, in Limoges
If you truly want to pass for Prince Charming, what you need is this château near Limoges. Complete with crenellations, a wishing well, a tower to climb to free your ...Check-list, à Paris
Checklist, in Paris From the lounge From the dining room From the bedroom Yep, you can see the Eiffel Tower from all the rooms. But you can't remember if it's ...How to combine home office and prestige in Paris
A short distance from Parc Monceau, 99 Malesherbes comprises residential units, offices and mixed use apartments. A 100% SoBARNES private viewing. It’s a given, there will be a pre- and ...Steal the show, in Mougins
If Jacques Tati was shooting My Uncle in 2021, he’d choose the 5,382 sq ft of this villa on the hilltops of Mougins. With its entirely contemporary look, the villa is the ...Seasonal rentals: Once upon a time on the Basque Coast
There’s a reason the Basque Coast is classed as one of the top international oceanfront destinations in the BARNES Global Property Handbook 2021! From Biarritz to Saint-Jean-de-Luz, its coastline boasts ...Go your own way, in Haute-Savoie
Your friends might be buying holiday homes on the Ile de Ré, but you prefer the charms of the mountains. So they expected to see you in a chalet, but ...Finding Treasure Island, in Charente
A 1,421 sq ft house at the heart of the village of La Couarde, on the Ile de Ré. White walls. A sunny garden. A shaded terrace... Take a piece of chalk ...Living your epic life, in Brittany
If you grew up with tales of privateers braving the winds and the elements to fill the bulging holds of proud ships with spices and make the fortunes of ...One day, my prince will come... to Burgundy
This 18th and 19th century round-towered château in Autun is straight out of a fairytale, with the promise of the ultimate in enchantment within its 8,611 sq ft. Complete with forest imps welcoming ...Buy at auction on a dream estate in Marbella
Located in the hills surrounding Marbella (Spain), La Zagaleta is considered one of the most exclusive private estates in Europe. Indeed, simply gaining access to it is a rare privilege, ...Back to school, in Normandy
If you listen carefully, you can hear the history seeping through the walls of this 7,535 sq ft villa as it recounts the dark hours of the war, when Eisenhower set up ...A complete change of pace, in Italy
If you own a primary residence and dream of a second home, somewhere dazzling with sunlight, then this 2,153 sq ft villa just a stone’s throw from Porto Cervo is just the ...Going underground, in Corsica
While most of your contemporaries head to Corsica to enjoy its beautiful beaches, you prefer the island’s maquis and its spectacular atmosphere. This 3,488 sq ft villa, built in 2015, boasts panoramic ...They say... in Switzerland
If you don't have a Swiss chalet by the time you reach 50, then you have clearly failed in your life. Duly noted.Lyon in all its glory
Foodies the world over worship Lyon and its art de vivre. The capital of the Gauls certainly has a lot to offer, starting with its historical neighbourhoods, which are listed ...Villa Medici, in Provence
Your decision is made, it’s time to launch the project you’ve had in mind all these years. And this 6,846 sq ft property is the ideal site for the artist’s retreat you ...Gatsby in Portugal
Revive the spirit of the 1920s in this 3,939 sq ft property nestled at the heart of a 4-acre garden planted with age-old trees. The ideal venue for sumptuous parties, even themed ...Eye candy, in Marseille
The view! We’re talking about the view, of course! Perched on Marseille’s coast road, this 19th century private mansion spans 8,075 sq ft at the heart of a 0.56-acre garden in the centre ...Lingering light, in Lyon
Happiness is this property on the outskirts of Lyon, with its two houses set on over an acre of grounds. The orangery-style windows in the dining room, conservatory-style windows in the ...The best of the city and the countryside! In Corsica
You’ve always dreamed of a villa on the Island of Beauty, but you don't want to give up the city entirely. Well this 3,595 sq ft villa has everything you could ask ...
Our Favorite Properties
We wouldn’t normally play favorites, but in this section, we share our selection of irresistible properties for sale or rent in the most exclusive destinations around the world, each offering its own special touch: condos with ocean views in Miami, penthouses on the skyline of New York City, Haussmanien buildings lining wide avenues in Paris, luxury chalets on the slopes of Courchevel, mansions in the countryside around London, villas on the heights of Saint-Tropez, palaces hidden in Marrakech, and so much more …
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