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Luxury Villa Cortona Tuscany Italy Estate

jimhilgendorf1 — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:13:30 +0000

Near Cortona in Tuscany is a luxury home restored beautifully from an old mill property.

The villa consists of two detached properties. The smaller, the original mill, is on three levels, with a double bedroom and en suite bathroom on each of the first floor and lower ground levels. The larger home also has two double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms.

The old millpond has been converted to a small swimming pool, jacuzzi, with a filter system pumping water underneath the villa (where it can be seen from the lower ground floor room) and back into the pool.

Asking price: 995,000 Euros.

The Matchmakers is a California real estate company specializing in luxury homes and estates in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, France, Tuscany & Umbria, and Mexico. Contact us for information on this property, or on other properties in the areas we cover.

San Francisco & Paris: A City of Beauty

jimhilgendorf1 — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 17:23:08 +0000

San Francisco and Paris are sister cities, and no wonder: each is a city of great beauty.

Each is a great city for walking and exploring.

In Paris, walking along the Seine, or wandering through the streets of the Left Bank, or exploring the Latin Quarter or Marais or other parts of this great city, there is always something new, something wonderful around each corner, new shops, lovely cafes, historic buildings and parks.

Arc de Triomphe

The same is true of San Francisco. Take a whole day and just walk. The city reminds one of Paris even. It is packed with wonderful cafes and restaurants, and walking along the streets all over the city, just as in Paris, you hear languages from around the world.

Each city is a magnet for tourists who want excitement and beauty.

San Francisco Cable Car

Beyond San Francisco is a wealth of diversity and beauty, in the lovely towns north of the City in Marin County, such as Sausalito and Tiburon and Larkspur; the world famous wine country of Napa and Sonoma counties, and dynamic Oakland and Berkeley, home to the University of California. Farther north is beautiful coastline and redwoods; while south is also stunning coastline and beaches and Monterey and Carmel.

Beyond Paris, of course, is all of France, a country filled with jewels of places, a world of medieval villages and castles and incomparable food and wine.

At The Matchmakers, our goal is to bring people to these two magical places and assist them in finding their dream home.

Our website is filled with information and videos about the greater San Francisco Bay Area and France. Take a look, and give us a call if you are interested in buying a beautiful home in the Bay Area or France, or are relocating your business to either of these areas.

We look forward to meeting you.

Jim & Elizabeth Hilgendorf, The Matchmakers

THE MATCHMAKERS
Real Estate in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and France.
Jim Hilgendorf
CA DRE # 00667290
Cell: 510-501-9564
Elizabeth Hilgendorf
CA DRE # 01891419
Cell: 510-501-9643
Email: thematchmakers@comcast.net

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Vaucluse Provence Maison; Lovely Provencal Home

jimhilgendorf1 — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 22:33:14 +0000

In the beautiful Vaucluse region of Provence, east of Avignon, is this lovely stone village maison.

Lovely stone house in the Vaucluse region of France

The house was renovated in 2004, but still retains its original charm. In a quiet Provencal setting, the home is close to all amenities.

Vaucluse Maison, Provence France

There are approximately 1300 square feet in the home, with three bedrooms, two baths, and a garage with automatic door. No work required – just move in.

The home is offered at 300,000 Euros.

Vaucluse Maison

If you are thinking of moving to France, or buying a second home there, give us a call. We are The Matchmakers, a real estate company specializing in beautiful homes in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and in France.

We love France, and have been there many times, and we love to help people get acquainted with the different areas of this fantastic country, and with finding that home in France you have been dreaming of.

We work closely with several select agencies in the Provence region, the Bordeaux and Dordogne Valley regions, the Cote d’Azur, and in Paris – agents we have found to be established, reputable, and willing to give great service.

Great service is what we pride ourselves on.

Visit our website, and then give us a call. We look forward to talking with you, and working toward the fulfillment of your dream home in France.

Jim & Elizabeth Hilgendorf, The Matchmakers

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Aix-en-Provence France Real Estate: Luxury Apartment

jimhilgendorf1 — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 23:16:03 +0000

This apartment in central Aix-en-Provence is a rare and exceptional find.

Apartment for Sale in Aix-en-Provence France

Located on the 2nd floor of a 3-floor 17th century mansion with elevator, the apartment has approximately 2580 square feet, including 5 bedrooms. The apartment has been completely refurbished with old materials, tiles, plasterwork and fireplace. The apartment is offered at 1,417,000 Euros.

Apartment for sale in Aix-en-Provence France

Aix-en-Provence is the home of the great painter Paul Cezanne, and a beautiful city of the arts and education.

See the video below.

Jim & Elizabeth Hilgendorf are The Matchmakers, a real estate company specializing in beautiful homes in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and France. For further information on this property or on other properties, give us a call or send an email. We pride ourselves on great service.

Jim & Elizabeth Hilgendorf, The Matchmakers

Paris Apt. XVI Arrond. de Passy Avenue Foch Area

jimhilgendorf1 — Sat, 21 May 2011 20:41:16 +0000

This Paris apartment in the XVI arrondissement – Arrondissement de Passy – is a lovely garden duplex, with private garden.

Located on the right bank of the river Seine, the XVI arrondissement is one of the most prestigious residential areas in Paris. This is the location of the famous Avenue Foch, the widest street in Paris, and home to many of Paris’ wealthy foreign residents.

Paris XVI Apartment

Paris XVI Apartment for Sale

The duplex includes 9 rooms and 5 bedrooms overall.

The magnificent ground floor corner room overlooks the terrace and has a large contemporary kitchen. On the second level are 2 bedrooms with bathrooms, a unique suite with fireplace, dressing room and views overlooking the garden.

The duplex has approximately 3700 square feet in all.

The property is offered at 5,950,000 Euros.

Paris Apartment Arrondissement de Passy

The Matchmakers is a real estate company specializing in beautiful homes and estates in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and in France.

For more information on this property and other lovely apartments, homes and real estate in France, contact Jim or Elizabeth.

Jim & Elizabeth Hilgendorf, The Matchmakers

7th Arrondissement Paris – Eiffel Tower & Real Estate

jimhilgendorf1 — Tue, 04 May 2010 03:08:39 +0000

The Eiffel Tower – the defining landmark of Paris – is located in the 7th Arrondissement of Paris. This is perhaps the most expensive area of Paris to live in, and real estate and apartments are no exception.

Eiffel Tower, Paris, 7th Arrondissement

The 7th Arrondissement is the site not only of the Eiffel Tower, but also Musee d’Orsay, filled with the great works of impressionist art; Musee Rodin; the National Assembly, and wonderful cafes and restaurants. Rue Cler is also here, one of the most interesting short streets in Paris, with all kinds of incredible shops, foods and restaurants.

This is generally a quiet, fashionable area of Paris. Below is an 893 sq. ft. apartment in the 7th Arrondissement, that could serve beautifully as your base in Paris.

Paris Apartment in 7th Arrondissement

The apartment has been renovated in contemporary style, and has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, and a spacious living room with an American kitchen. 795,000 Euros.

If you are thinking of buying property in Paris, or elsewhere in France, give us a call or send an email.

As The Matchmakers, we put together people and properties, making our expertise several of the loveliest areas of France – the Riviera, Aix-en-Provence, Bordeaux and the Dordogne, and Paris. We have made it our business to know these different areas, and to establish relationships with excellent real estate agents in these areas – agents whom we respect and trust, and who will work together with us to help you navigate the difficulties of searching for and buying the home of your dreams in France.

Jim Hilgendorf – one of the Matchmakers – is also a highly acclaimed film producer; and his travel films include one on France – “Bordeaux & the Dordogne: A Tribute“, covering the Bordeaux area and the beautiful Dordogne river valley. You can view short clips of the videos on the website of The Tribute Series.

From our website, you can also search properties all over France.

We look forward to talking to you.