When you buy a French property avoid this mistake:
Make sure you buy the property for the location and the features of the property but do not buy the property for the view unless you have control over the land between you and the view.
Why? Many times a new building can show up in front of your French property blocking the view even if the rules did not permit it to be constructed when you bought. Why? Rules get changed.
Protect your investment and your peace of mind by buying the French property you love but not just for the view.