Some of the most beautiful luxury estates and homes in the greater San Francisco Bay Area are located just north across the bay from the City, in Marin County, in towns such as Sausalito, Mill Valley, Tiburon, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Kentfield, Ross and San Anselmo. A wealthy, artistic enclave, Sausalito draws tons of visitors [...]
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, [...]
Company relocating to the San Francisco Bay Area? Private tours are available through The Matchmakers, a real estate company specializing in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and in France. San Francisco is more than the City. It is the entire Bay Area, comprised of vastly different towns, cities and neighborhoods. There is the beautiful [...]
This beautiful luxury villa in Mougins, France, is only a 15 minute drive from Cannes. Recently constructed, using quality materials, this contemporary home has panoramic views over the Bay of Cannes and the mountains of the Esteral. The home has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a large lounge opening to the terrace and pool, teak decking, [...]
Hayes Valley, an exciting neighborhood in central San Francisco, is bordered on one side by the opera, symphony and arts district; and to the west by Alamo Square. Hayes Valley boasts a real sense of community; and along the central commercial district on Hayes Street, you will find trendy boutiques, top-notch restaurants, and some hip [...]
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 [...]
Oysters galore at the Oyster Bliss Festival in Berkeley, California! The southeast corner of Cedar St. and San Pablo Avenue in Berkeley is home to three outstanding businesses: Cafe Fanny, a small French cafe started by Alice Waters, the founder of Chez Panisse, one of the most outstanding French restaurants in the world; Acme Bread, [...]
The Matchmakers – a real estate company in the San Francisco Bay Area – has a unique mission when it comes to matching up its clients to their dream homes. Jim and Elizabeth Hilgendorf, The Matchmakers, love San Francisco, and they also have a passion for France. These two places are the focus of their [...]
In the San Francisco Bay Area, video is a very powerful tool for marketing homes – especially high-end luxury homes – in the real estate market today. Video speaks volumes more than photos or bland virtual tours. And real estate is fast becoming an international market. This certainly applies to the San Francisco Bay Area. [...]
These two luxury country home estates in California and Oregon, near Eugene, Oregon and San Luis Obispo, California, are stunning examples of homes designed and built for gracious living. The first home, in Eugene, Oregon, in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, is set on five acres, with a total living space of approximately 7500 square feet. [...]
These luxury estates, in Eugene, Oregon & San Luis Obispo, California are the epitome of country luxury living and graciousness. The first home, in Eugene, in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, is set on five acres, with a total living space of approximately 7500 square feet. This is one of the most stunning properties in the [...]
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. The 7th Arrondissement is the site not only of the Eiffel Tower, but also Musee d’Orsay, filled [...]
Ever dreamed of owning a medieval castle, surrounded by a moat, in France? This elegant chateau in the Gironde region of southwest France might be your dream home come true. Located in a beautiful park, this castle has 10 bedrooms and four reception rooms. The chateau’s foundations date back to the 11th century, but was [...]
Situated in Paris on the right bank of the River Seine, the 16th arrondissement is where many of the diplomatic embassies are located in the city. This administrative district is considered generally to be the richest section of Paris, and real estate – apartments and homes – sell at a premium here. Avenue Foch, the [...]
The Elysee Palace, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, on the right bank of the Seine, is the official residence of the President of France. Paris’ 8th arrondissement includes such stunning attractions as the Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. This is a view of the Elysee palace entrance from Rue Saint-Honore. On [...]