We started living on the Cote d’Azur in 2006; as emigrants from the grey Netherlands, we were looking for sun and warmth. The French Riviera offered everything we sought: the sea, beach, and a healthy lifestyle. The idea to start a Dutch real estate full-service portal was quickly born.
Of course, no one among the real estate agents and property developers was waiting for two happy Dutch people full of ideas. Eventually, we got the chance to promote new builds abroad. That went so well that we could do sales marketing for more than 25 project developers three years later.
Because of our support and the website’s strong position in search engines, we have received more requests from the most unexpected places, from Botswana to Slovakia and Canada to South Africa.
Many people asked our advice about buying an existing family villa, so we started working with local estate agents and only with professional brokers who know what an international client is looking for. We are OK with working seven days a week as long as it is fun and you work with friendly people.
Meanwhile, we are 17 years further and have built a network with the best brokers in the most beautiful locations: Paris, Cote d’Azur, Ibiza, Portugal, Italy, Dubai and Mauritius.
Living on the Côte d’Azur: Connecting Luxury Worlds
Tucked along the sun-kissed French Riviera, Living on the Côte d’Azur has become more than a luxury real estate portal—it’s a passport to an unparalleled lifestyle. From Nice’s sparkling villas to Saint-Tropez’s yacht-filled harbors, we’ve spent years immersed in Riviera elegance, connecting with those who embody luxury living.
For our discerning clients, the Riviera is just the start. Their lifestyle spans multiple homes in the world’s most coveted sunny destinations—Ibiza, Portugal, Dubai, and Tuscany. We’re here to weave these worlds together.
Rooted in Riviera Glamour
Our story begins where the Mediterranean meets timeless sophistication. Living on the Côte d’Azur isn’t just our name—it’s our way of life. We share our clients’ sunsets, stroll their streets, and understand their desire for beauty, exclusivity, and prestige. Over time, we’ve discovered a unique community: homeowners rooted in the Riviera but with properties worldwide—a beachfront escape in Ibiza, a cliffside retreat in Portugal’s Algarve, a Tuscan estate, or a Dubai penthouse. Each home reflects their vision of paradise.
This inspired us to expand beyond the Riviera. Luxury isn’t bound by one shore—it flows through the world’s sunlit havens. Who better to connect these destinations than a team born in the heart of glamorous living?
Expanding the Riviera Spirit
Our reach now extends to Ibiza, Portugal, Dubai, and Italy, each echoing the Riviera’s allure. Ibiza blends bohemian charm with vibrant nightlife, much like Saint-Tropez. Portugal’s Algarve offers golden cliffs and relaxed luxury. Dubai dazzles with futuristic opulence. And Italy; well who doesn’t love la Dolce Vita! Together, all these destinations create a network of sunny escapes united by our insider expertise.
We’ve listened to multi-homeowners and tailored our services to their needs: seamless property management, trusted market insights, and a partner who gets their lifestyle. Whether savoring rosé on a Riviera terrace or hosting friends in Dubai, we keep your worlds effortlessly connected.
Curating a Global Lifestyle
At Living on the Côte d’Azur, we don’t just sell homes—we curate a lifestyle. Our portfolio showcases the finest properties in iconic sunny destinations, each chosen for its elegance and exclusivity. We simplify the complexities of owning multiple homes, delivering the same Riviera-inspired, service-driven expertise worldwide. Our promise? To connect your luxury worlds under one trusted name.
“Connecting Luxury Worlds” defines us—we were born on the Riviera, inspired by its residents, and now serve multi-homeowners globally. Whether you’re growing your portfolio or chasing a new sunlit dream, we’re here to make it seamless.
The Riviera, Always Home
The Côte d’Azur remains our heart—where we live, refine our craft, and uphold our reputation. Its blend of glamour, hospitality, and excellence travels with us to Ibiza, Portugal, Dubai, and Italy, each destination enriching the lifestyle we’ve championed for years.
Living on the Côte d’Azur is a way of life, wherever the sun shines brightest. Let us connect your worlds, one extraordinary property at a time. One thing has not changed; our team still asks: ‘How can we help you?
How can we help you?
The best way to find your home in Cote d’Azur, Paris, Ile de France, Portugal, Ibiza, Italy or Dubai is to use your time smartly. Only more than 500 real estate agents are online in the Alpes Maritimes region. And in Paris, Ile de France, you’ll find an impressive 5,635 real estate agencies. Like in all countries and areas, some real estate offices are large, and others are small but highly specialized.
France is a special place with special rules regarding buying French Riviera real estate. If you select real estate agents in the South of France or Paris and call or email yourself, you must tell your story every time, sometimes to several people in an office. Eventually, you will discover several real estate agents who offer many villas and apartments. The French situation is where many parties can sell the same property.
Be aware that once you are registered with a French real estate agent because of your information request, you can no longer cooperate with another real estate agent or with us for that one property. And that is a pity because we offer a unique personal service! Here are ten reasons why you should work with a buyer agent.
One contact for all real estate agents
Living on the Côte d’Azur has developed into a family-operated Boutique Real estate company. Our portal is an exclusive ‘one-stop-shop’ connecting you with all significant properties from brokers and real estate agents in France, Portugal, Ibiza, Italy, Dubai and Mauritius. After 19 year in the South of France and luxury real estate, we know all the players in the field to move forward quickly. But first, we will call or meet with you to clearly understand your housing needs and budget. Then, we scan the total listings, both online and off-market. You will then receive from us a long list of properties that fully or almost meet your demand.
You can select several properties you would like to see. We will then arrange the viewings with the various brokers so you can visit all the houses or apartments in one day. That is the most efficient way to find a home with the best service. Our customers are guided from A to Z, starting at the first selection, the viewings, the negotiation of the price, and the draft of the purchase contract until the signature at the notary. We can also connect you to our banking network. We offer a unique full-service real estate purchasing service in France.
The real estate portal with a personal service
You will receive a professional service that is available seven days a week. Our service is free of charge, as you first register with us as a prospective buyer. You can send us a message using this French Riviera contact form. Or send a WhatsApp to 0033783579579
Every city and village has its charm, so seeing where you feel most at home is good. Also, look at our information ‘Discover the nicest seaside villages on the Côte d’Azur’. And if you want to learn more about a property in Paris, read our Property Buying Guide for Paris.
Buy a luxury real estate
Living On The Côte d’Azur is your assistant when you are looking to buy luxury real estate on the French Riviera, Portugal, Italy, Dubai, Ibiza or Mauritius. At first glimpse on the Internet, there is a lot for sale. On the other hand, many properties are too old, too noisy, or not worth mentioning. Our website offers a handpicked selection of the best real estate properties on the French Riviera, from new apartment penthouses to villas and castles on the Côte d’Azur. We have direct access to databases from all major real estate developers and the best local agents.
Our home search services are free of charge. If you want a proactive, honest partner with a Dutch service mentality to assist you in buying real estate on the French Riviera, contact us using the form below. Our clients benefit from our pre- and after-sales services.
Purchase of existing property in France
In the case of existing buildings, you can make an offer, and we will guide you to the final agreement. Are you OK with the price? Then, the selling broker at an existing villa offers to sign a ‘compromis de vente‘. This contains the most critical matters such as address, content, and scope and may be separated agreements for financing the property. Both parties sign this information, and the notary prepares a provisional purchase agreement. You must sign this at the notary within 30 days of the ‘compromis de vente’.
Purchase new construction Côte d’Azur
When you buy a new apartment in the South of France, you will receive a preliminary purchase agreement from the building developer plus the notary’s bank account, where you must have paid a 5% deposit within a week. You have a ten-day grace period after signing the provisional agreement. After signing by both parties, you will have another month to prepare your financing. If all this is in order, the notary invites you to sign the final purchase agreement within 2-3 months.
Are you ready for a new phase in your life in Paris or on the Côte d’Azur, Portugal, Ibiza, Dubai, Italy or Mauritius, where you can enjoy the sea, forests and mountains, gastronomy, and sunshine? Fill in the form below, and we will contact you soon.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Ab and Jolanda Kuijer
