Biarritz Sotheby’s International Realty

Affiliated to the world’s number one network specializing in prestige real estate, Biarritz Sotheby’s International Realty confirms its status as leader on the high-end market on the French Basque Coast. Bénédicte Marchal manages its team of six, all inspired by the same values : a ready ear, discretion and efficiency.

Founded almost 30 years ago, Sotheby’s International Realty in Biarritz welcomed a new manageress in May, 2019, Bénédicte Marchal, who succeeded Patricia Biondi. “Our agency’s strength can be explained by the excellence of the Sotheby’s IR network and its values, shared by forward-looking men and women, passionate and effective,” says Bénédicte Marchal. “Our agency is on a human scale, and I am lucky to work with a closely-knit team always in pursuit of excellence. Sotheby’s IR is the N°1 network in high-end real estate with more than 1,000 agencies worldwide, and over 50 in France, with which we work regularly. This is what make us so strong.” With regard to the market on the Basque Coast, she explains : “We focus on the market for second residences. Our clientele is comprised of foreign clients, ex-pats who remain very fond of the Basque Coast, but also young retirees or families wanting a change in their lives and to take advantage of our magnificent region and all the riches of the Basque Coast. Our agency offers an array of high-quality properties ranging from apartments in the town centre to seafront villas or family homes in the country. The market is stretched, with high demand, and we are constantly looking for available properties. We recently sold a 1930’s house with a pool in the Golf du Phare neighbourhood, priced at 2.3 million euros, in just 24 hours. Biarritz and its nearby communes are sound values: the ocean, mountains, magnificent countryside, proximity to Spain, strong traditions and quality living conditions are all assets that appeal to buyers. The oceanfront and hyper- town centre still top their search criteria, though a different clientele is also drawn by the countryside near Biarritz for properties of quality offering privacy, total peace and quiet, lovely views and architecture of character”.

Biarritz Sotheby’s International Realty, 4 avenue de la Reine Victoria, Biarritz (05 59 22 04 22).

In a remarkable mansion built in 1909, this outstanding apartment opens out to a vast terrace giving direct access to the Miramar beach. Its living space of 486 m2 is comprised of a regal reception rooom with a sumptuous view of the ocean, a large fitted kitchen, a study, 4 bedrooms including a large master suite, a gym... An apartment for house staff, a cellar and parking place complete this rare property. 7.000.000 €.

In a remarkable mansion built in 1909, this outstanding apartment opens out to a vast terrace giving direct access to the Miramar beach. Its living space of 486 m2 is comprised of a regal reception rooom with a sumptuous view of the ocean, a large fitted kitchen, a study, 4 bedrooms including a large master suite, a gym... An apartment for house staff, a cellar and parking place complete this rare property. 7.000.000 €.

On over 6.4 acres of land, this magnificent property overlooking the Nive in Bayonne has preserved all its elegance and lofty volumes. Its living space of 450 m2 consists of bright, spacious living rooms and 6 bedrooms. Surrounded by an orchard, it also benefits from a pool and pool-house. 2.300.000 €.

On over 6.4 acres of land, this magnificent property overlooking the Nive in Bayonne has preserved all its elegance and lofty volumes. Its living space of 450 m2 consists of bright, spacious living rooms and 6 bedrooms. Surrounded by an orchard, it also benefits from a pool and pool-house. 2.300.000 €.

After studying Arts and Humanities in Lille, Bénédicte Marchal worked as a business engineer in the banking sector before turning her attention to real estate in Paris, then Biarritz, where she settled in 2010. She joined the Sotheby’s agency in Biarritz in 2016, becoming its manageress in May, 2019.

After studying Arts and Humanities in Lille, Bénédicte Marchal worked as a business engineer in the banking sector before turning her attention to real estate in Paris, then Biarritz, where she settled in 2010. She joined the Sotheby’s agency in Biarritz in 2016, becoming its manageress in May, 2019.