3 Bedroom Apartment For Sale

In a fine 17th Century building that was formerly an arsenal in the old port area of Marseille, this splendid 3 bedroom conversion flat couldn't be better placed. It has bags of character, lovely accommodation, fine views and is in the heart of the old city. It makes the ideal pied à terre!




This highly contemporary apartment with a generous 90m2 of habitable space, is situated on the third floor with uninterrupted views over beautiful squares and over the rooftops of Old Marseille, just a few steps from the Old Port. The choice of materials - the marble of the working fireplace, the extra large block oak parquet flooring - and its outstanding position in this exclusive part of the city, certainly help to make this apartment a contribution to a privileged lifestyle.




The apartment is a few paces from public transport, the metro, the Old Port and all the other shops, restaurants and services of city centre life.




The Provencal city of Marseille has now come into sharper focus for British buyers who, thanks to the new Eurostar service, can get a direct train from London to Marseille. France's second city is situated on the Mediterranean coast so you can soak up that enviable sun, sea and sand lifestyle along with all of the offerings of a vibrant city. Marseille may not be as polished as some of its neighbours along the French Riviera (Cannes, Nice etc) but the city has an edge to it and that's the appeal.




The heart of city is the bustling Vieux Port. The day starts here with the age-old fish market where the fishermen sell their catch straight off the boats. The port is lined with seafood restaurants, bars and cafes - the atmosphere is lively and the setting is hard to beat. Other highlights include the area around the Palais de Justice, which has become the foodie centre of the city, the trendy Le Panier district with its independent shops and contemporary architecture and the chic boutiques along Rue du Paradis (which the French do so well!).




The city's beaches are reputed to be some of the best in Europe and just outside the city is the stunning Calanques National Park, where you'll find jagged limestone coves and crystal clear waters.




Property prices in Marseille are very reasonable and are in stark contrast to the inflated prices of other towns and cities along the French Riviera. Marseille-Provence Airport is 15 miles from the city, and is served by both Easyjet and Ryanair. Eurostar now has direct services from London to Marseille for under £100 return.




Town: Marseille


Postcode: 13000




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