Whilst the sport can be traced back to 15th century Scotland there is no denying golf as a contemporary pastime. Golf is big business, reports from Forbes show the sport as a billion dollar industry attracting approximately 6.5 million golfers a year with a younger set of players moving toward the game in recent years and making headline news.

Much research shows the benefits of golf on a players physical and mental fortitude as it encourages an active lifestyle combined with the benefits of beautiful surroundings and social involvment, with many referring to Golf as a lifestyle sport.

Indeed, in recent months golf has proved the stand out sport following the lift of lockdown, with participation levels high as the open air environment proved ideal for socially distanced sporting activity. Reassured by this setting, Savills French Alps took the opportunity to support our local communities and clients this summer by hosting the First Savills Alpine Golf Cup in Méribel to great success.

Post lockdown trends show properties in golfing resorts providing many key search criteria. Renting or purchasing a golfing property ensures easy access to facilities and a relaxed lifestyle on your doorstep. Likewise, buying a golfing property offers more than just a sporting retreat but an ideal investment opportunity.

Golfing homes on the French Riviera range from bespoke villas, countryside homes and smart apartments overlooking communal grounds whilst keen golfers in the Alps are spoilt for choice with chalets and traditional properties ensuring multiple opportunities to profit from the exceptional setting year round.

The selection of properties below showcases a range of ideal homes for the avid golfer both on the bustling French Riviera and the quieter French Alps. And don’t miss our guide to the top ten golf facilities of the French Riviera & Alps.

If you are looking to buy, rent or invest in a golfing property, contact our dedicated, multilingual team today to start your search. Make your next move with Savills.