Beyond Houston —
World-Class
Properties
From the dramatic mountain estates of the French Pyrénées to the timeless stone villas of Umbria, Italy — Rinnovare Realty connects Houston’s global buyers and investors with extraordinary properties in two of Europe’s most coveted destinations.
The Pyrénées
Where the Atlantic Basque Coast meets the drama of the Pyrenees mountains — one of the most breathtaking and sought-after corridors of luxury real estate in all of France.
Why the Pyrénées?
- Spectacular landscapes — ancient mountain villages, rolling foothills, and sweeping panoramic views of the Pyrenees range stretching to the horizon
- Ocean meets mountain — 1 hour from Biarritz and the Basque Coast; ski resorts to the south, Atlantic beaches to the north
- Extraordinary heritage estates — 16th and 18th century châteaux, maisons de maître, and Pyrenean stone farmhouses available at a fraction of Tuscany prices
- EU lifestyle access — France’s healthcare system, infrastructure, and quality of life rank among the world’s highest. Golden Visa pathways available for qualifying investments
- Excellent connectivity — Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) is 1 hour away; Paris CDG is 1h15 by TGV from Toulouse — direct flights to Houston available via connecting hubs
- Outstanding value — comparable properties in Provence or the Côte d’Azur cost 3–5x more. The Pyrénées offers genuine luxury at accessible European prices
Pyrénées Properties
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What’s Available in the Pyrénées
These represent the types of properties available in this region. Contact Rinnovare Realty to be connected with our trusted French partner agencies for current listings and viewings.
Buying Property in France — What Houston Buyers Need to Know
France has a well-established, transparent purchase process. Here is a simplified overview of how it works for international buyers.
Find the Property
Work with a French agent. Rinnovare Realty coordinates with trusted partner agencies in the Pyrénées region.
Compromis de Vente
Preliminary sale agreement signed. Buyer pays 5–10% deposit. 10-day cooling-off period for buyers.
Notaire Process
French notaire handles legal due diligence, title search, and all regulatory checks. Timeline: 60–90 days.
Acte Authentique
Final deed signed at the notaire’s office. Balance paid and title transfers. Transaction costs: 4–7% of purchase price.
Umbria
Italy’s Green Heart — a rolling landscape of olive groves, medieval hilltop towns, and ancient stone villas that the rest of the world still hasn’t fully discovered. For now.
Why Umbria?
- Italy’s best-kept secret — the authentic Italian countryside without Tuscany’s prices or crowds. Rolling hills, olive groves, vineyards, and medieval villages remarkably unchanged for centuries
- UNESCO World Heritage — Assisi, Orvieto, Spoleto, and Gubbio rank among Italy’s most magnificent historic cities, all within easy reach of any Umbrian property
- Exceptional investment value — average luxury property price of $1.27M USD with a range from $520K to $15M. Significantly more space and land per euro than Tuscany or the Amalfi Coast
- World-class gastronomy — home of Sagrantino wine, black truffles, Norcia prosciutto, and some of Italy’s finest restaurants. The table here is extraordinary
- Central Italy location — Rome is 2 hours south; Florence is 2 hours north; the Adriatic Coast is 1.5 hours east. The perfect base for exploring all of Italy
- Extraordinary property diversity — restored farmhouses, historic villas, medieval convents, working agriturismo estates, and boutique hotels all available across all price ranges
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What’s Available in Umbria
These represent the types of properties available in this region. Contact Rinnovare Realty to be connected with our trusted Italian partner agencies for current listings and viewings.
Buying Property in Italy — What Houston Buyers Need to Know
Italy’s property purchase process is transparent and well-established. International buyers have the same rights as Italian citizens. Here is the simplified overview.
Get an Italian Tax Code
Codice Fiscale required for any Italian property transaction. Obtained from the Italian consulate or in-country. Rinnovare assists with this process.
Proposta d’Acquisto
Offer to purchase submitted. If accepted, binding preliminary agreement (compromesso) signed with 10–30% deposit. Due diligence period begins.
Notaio Due Diligence
Italian notaio verifies title, checks for encumbrances, confirms planning permissions and cadastral records. Timeline: 30–90 days.
Rogito — Final Deed
Signed before the notaio. Balance and taxes paid, title transfers. Buyer costs: approximately 10–12% of purchase price for non-residents.
Interested in International Real Estate?
Daniel LaRusso and the Rinnovare Realty team connect Houston buyers with trusted partner agencies in both France and Italy. Start your international property conversation today.
