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Founded in 2007, Maison Victoire is the leading independent international estate agency in the Vaucluse.
A dynamic, responsive and bilingual team of real estate professionals, we really know our stuff, with a combined experience of over fifty years in the estate agency business.
We bridge the French/international gap by offering global advertising, social media, well-targeted software and modern marketing tools such as:
Maison Victoire is unique in offering these services to all properties coming to market.
So if you would like to buy or sell a stone village house, a Provençal mas, a riverside apartment or even a château, we can definitely help you. We have an excellent sales record across all price ranges, with a high ratio of sales to viewings, and this is due to our ability to listen carefully to our clients’ needs and then effectively match properties to suit their specifications.
Our clients are generous in their praise of the services we provide, saying that we are professional, efficient, organised and, above all, dedicated and helpful.
Victoria, who holds a BA (Hons) in Estate Management (the degree of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is the founder and owner of Maison Victoire. A rare achievement for a British citizen, she also holds the Carte Professionnelle for the business, which is a French real estate license. Victoria obtained French citizenship in April 2022.
Victoria arrived in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue in 2006, thanks to her antique dealer father’s discovery of the famous market town which is renowned for its fantastic range of antique shops and markets. She soon set to work building Maison Victoire and the agency has experienced year-on-year growth ever since. The team too has expanded with the hugely successful evolution of the business, and she now has a great team behind her. This support allows Victoria to concentrate on the negotiation of sales at the luxury end of the market, as well as undertaking valuations and the strategic development of the business.
From Perthshire in Scotland, Victoria previously managed the luxury ski company, Le Chardon Mountain Lodges in Val d’Isère, and prior to that, she ran the Scottish Antique and Arts Centre in Doune, Perthshire. With a keen eye for property and interiors, her negotiating skills and a passion for Provence, Victoria and her associates provide expert representation for both buyers and sellers.
And when she’s not helping her clients to buy and sell properties, Victoria loves walking her two dogs in the beautiful Luberon countryside. She’s a big fan of Formula One and rugby and she adores skiing too, making the most of her proximity to the Alps in the winter. Her daily yoga routine is also important to Victoria who believes that achieving focus and balance is key to success!
As the agency manager, George guarantees good levels of communication between the office management team, the estate agents, and our clients, with a calm and professional demeanour. He is in charge of new listings and is a qualified valuer. With Alexandra’s help, he ensures that every property is beautifully - and accurately - presented, and that we have a comprehensive dossier of current information for each one.
Bilingual French and English, George was born in the UK but grew up in the Luberon in the nearby village of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse. George returned to the UK to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Birmingham in 2017 before returning to the Vaucluse to assume his role within the Maison Victoire team.
With a healthy love of the outdoors, he, and his Golden Retriever Maple, take full advantage of the many cycling, hiking, and other outdoor activities that the region provides. He also takes great interest in the rich culture of art, music, food and wine in abundance here in the Vaucluse.
Born in London, raised in a small Scottish fishing village, Sarah has enjoyed successful careers in operational and project management in travel, pharmaceutical and construction sectors. Having built and renovated her own properties across Europe with her husband, Sarah has invaluable knowledge and experience when it comes to cultural differences (and difficulties!) as well as relocating across borders with young family.
Sarah provides assistance and guidance across the Maison Victoire family and her calm and practical approach demists the foggiest problems.
Born in Lille, in the Hauts de France, but with Scottish origins, Alexandra perfected her English as an au pair in South Carolina in the USA. Back in France, travelling continued to attract her as she worked for Air France as a flight attendant. Then, starting a family, Alexandra planted her roots in Provence, in the Luberon, where she bought a property with her husband, and together they opened a chambre d’hôte business.
Enchanted by music, Alexandra has sung in different choirs and vocal ensembles of the area over the past twenty years and is a member of the Chœur du Luberon. Discovering tennis a little late, she plays as often as possible and enjoys attending tournaments. Currently training in kinesiology, Alexandra wishes to be a therapist outside of the office to bring well-being to others.
A key member of the Maison Victoire team, Alexandra ensures that clients are greeted on the telephone with a friendly voice as she guides them smoothly through all the necessary processes related to property transactions in France.
After growing up in Australia, Monique has lived in France for over 15 years and is fluent in both English and French. Alongside her husband, she acquired a wealth of experience in property promotion and redevelopment in Provence and its borders. Passionate about natural health and well-being, Monique has worked in the holistic health products sector where she developed strong communication and teamwork skills.
Keeping all our finances in order, Monique originally started working for Maison Victoire in 2007 as the first team member to join Victoria from a small office with big ambitions. With her keen eye for detail and innate understanding of the importance of flawless customer service, Monique ensures professionalism and effectiveness at Maison Victoire.
Outside the office, she is a keen traveller and cook, enjoys yoga and loves outdoor activities with her husband and two bilingual daughters.
Isabel is our intern, working with us while studying for a B(Tech) in Business Development and Client Relations Management at Montpellier University. She reports to George, agency manager, and is a vital part of the Office Management Team, assisting in all aspects of the business.
Isabel was born and brought up in Chambéry, Savoie, to Irish/Swedish parents, so is trilingual - a huge asset given the wide range of nationalities of our clients here at Maison Victoire.
Her interests lie in commerce, travel, and human interaction, and she is an enthusiast of all forms of art. During her free time, she enjoys composing, singing, and drawing. Outside, her passions are hiking, playing tennis, pilates and skiing.
Her creative and professional attitude, high standards of presentation, strong work ethic, and broad international outlook make her a perfect fit for our team.
Catriona, of British parents, has had a varied career with many enriching and different experiences, giving her valuable insight and interest in ‘people’ and a capacity to get along with everyone.
She trained as a classical dancer at the Royal Ballet School in London which took her to the Ballet de Marseille, then run by the famous choreographer Roland Petit. This opportunity which was to change her life and triggered her enduring love of France and the French ‘art de vivre’.
Following a tour of Russia she developed an ankle injury which was to prove fatal for a dancing career and she turned to her second love which was that of acting. She subsequently enjoyed an extensive international career for over forty years in television, cinema, and theatre.
For many years Catriona co-directed ‘What Larks’, a successful English-speaking theatre company in Provence, and appeared in a number of the productions.
She finally settled here in the Luberon in 2000 where she was invited to join an international estate agency and has happily worked in property sales since then.
She is delighted to be part of the Maison Victoire family! The discipline that she acquired from her dance training and her capacity to get on with people has proved vital within the numerous teams with whom she has worked. The theatre is, after all, a team effort, as it certainly is at Maison Victoire.
She says she is particularly happy to be a part of our team, as we all have a shared interest in nature, animals, and the arts, and all believe in excellent client care.
Since 2016, Stew has been an indispensable member of the team at Maison Victoire. A real people person, he has an exceptional ability to match properties to buyers and has a phenomenal sales record. Stewart has a wealth of experience in dealing with a range of properties from modest farmhouses to luxury estates and business development projects. He is the perfect intermediary for high-calibre clients and investors looking for a seamless service with professionalism and discretion. From the South of England, Stewart also speaks fluent French, ensuring he can communicate efficiently with buyers and sellers alike.
Prior to his career change into the world of ‘Immobilier’, Stewart was Chef Proprietor of a successful Gault Millau recognized restaurant, showing his recognition of the importance of exemplary customer service. He has a good practical understanding of property, having renovated his 16th century house in Saumane-de-Vaucluse and his passion for mountain biking means that he knows the local villages and countryside like the back of his hand.
An accomplished negotiator and reassuringly straightforward, Stewart is an exceptional estate agent.
Brought up in Isère, Juliette adores travelling and immersing herself in the local culture of every country she visits. She holds a BA in Hotel Management from the Vatel Institute in Lyon. Her 5 years in the luxury hotel industry have enabled her to acquire an extensive list of skills from a series of prestigious establishments (Palace La Bastide in Gordes, Grand Hyatt Jarkarta, Palace Les Airelles in Courchevel, Le Mas des Herbes Blanches in Joucas, amongst others…).
After a long stay in New Zealand, Juliette decided to establish her property management and concierge company guided by her passion: the Luberon. In the pursuit of a new challenge, Juliette chose to perfect her professional experience by joining the Maison Victoire team.
To channel her energy and overcome new hurdles, Juliette enjoys high-octane sports including skydiving, scuba diving (she has her PADI) skiing, hiking, and going to the gym. She even has her motorbike license and PAC training (parachuting).
Maison Victoire values the broad wealth of knowledge and experience that Juliette adds to the team. She brings a high quality of customer service that stems from her attentive listening, flexibility, responsiveness, and meticulous attention to detail.
Raised by a family of winemakers in the charming Vaucluse village of Mazan, Jean-Paul entered the real estate business in 2006. He has since become an expert in the luxury end of the market after years of sales and conciergerie experience in the French Riviera, known for its prestigious properties. Since returning to their beloved Ventoux area, Jean Paul and his associates have employed their wealth of experience to assist in expanding the renowned Maison Victoire brand to this beautiful part of the Vaucluse.
Jean-Paul is an avid fan of motorsports and enjoys skiing, hiking around the Ventoux, and his wife’s delicious food! Jean-Paul works in collaboration with his wife, Christine. The childhood sweethearts met at a young age and have been personally and professionally inseparable ever since. They primarily help our French-speaking clients to discover the stunning North Vaucluse region, guiding their clients through the buying process with attentiveness and a reassuring smile.
Christine has always worked in partnership with her husband Jean Paul, giving them over 30 years combined experience in the real estate sector. Property has always been Christine’s passion and she is particularly skilled at unearthing properties that are perfectly suited to her client’s specific requirements. In addition to having an eye for interior decoration, Christine is an outstanding cook, appreciated by her friends and family.
Prior to becoming estate agents, Christine and Jean-Paul ran a transport company, developing valuable experience in logistics, client relations and organization - skills that are highly valued by their clients and essential to the Maison Victoire sales team. Together, Jean Paul and Cristine make a formidable team, with the resources and combined knowledge to ensure they can cater to their clients’ needs with professionalism.
Born into a family of estate agents and property managers, Kevin acquired an eye and knowledge of the property business from a young age. Having worked exclusively in this field across the region of Provence, Kevin has developed a passion for the wide variety of contemporary and traditional architecture that the South of France has to offer.
Outside of work, Kevin is a Formula 1 enthusiast and particularly enjoys the ‘full throttle’ aspect of the sport. He is also a keen amateur film maker, actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. Bringing the same level of dedication that he does with his work; Kevin’s films are carried out to completion with a meticulous attention to detail and sincere devotion. His short films, some of which have won awards are a testament to this!
Kevin speaks French and English and primarily helps our clients discover their dream property in the unspoiled North Vaucluse area, from Venasque to Pernes-les-Fontaines, and Bédoin to Gigondas. His warm approach to customer service and keen eye for detail are in line with Maison Victoire’s values and much appreciated by his clients.
Liz grew up in a family of foodie Francophiles in Worcestershire, England, then moved to Lyon after graduating from Bristol University with a degree in French and Spanish.
In 1999, Liz’s family relocated to the US college town of Princeton. Adopting the American “can do” entrepreneurial spirit, she established a culinary school, presented a local TV cooking show, and was a private chef for “town and gown”. This honed her skills in communication, reliability, punctuality, and paying close attention to her clients’ needs. She was on the steering committee of numerous Princeton social organisations, and proudly volunteered and held a leadership role within Good Grief, a bereavement support charity.
Entranced by Provence’s natural beauty and light, Liz and her graphic designer husband moved to the Luberon in 2020. Liz’s keen eye for property and its potential is evident in the fabulous transition of part of her home into a chambres d’hôtes. Liz is thrilled to channel her experience and passion for French life as a member of the Maison Victoire sales team.
For leisure, Liz listens to podcasts and Radio 4 while walking her exuberant Border Collie/Australian Shepherd, Milo. Alongside teaching French to expats, she loves to read and write, spend time with family and friends, browse outdoor food markets, and cook.
After a 15-year career in marketing and brand activation, Sabine’s ambition to ‘make the world a better place’ brought her to slums and refugee camps as a storyteller for an international humanitarian organization. Ten years of inspiring stories about loss, hardship and hope taught Sabine that dreams should always be pursued.
The mutual dream of her daughter, husband and herself to move to the unspoiled nature of the Luberon came true in 2018. Once there, Sabine and her partner provided second home owners a carefree life in Provence with renovations, interior design, house searches and house management.
Maison Victoire benefits from Sabine’s enthusiasm for the area and genuine care for those looking to find their dream in the Luberon – or to move on after the dream. Sabine’s ability to listen, genuine human interest, positive energy, marketing experience, organizational skills and creativity make her the right fit for both sellers and buyers.
Sabine speaks French, English, German and Dutch (her mother tongue). She operates mostly in the Luberon area around and east of Apt, where roads are still less travelled and hidden gems are to be uncovered.
Born in Tours, in the Loire Valley, Martial grew up in Provence. After specializing in nuclear security and obtaining a Master's degree in Scientific and Technical Communication, Martial spent 15 years directing corporate and marketing films for the car and luxury sectors. This allowed him to discover his love of travelling, appreciate teamwork and meet the high standards that our clients expect of him.
Settling permanently in a small village in southern Ventoux in 2002, Martial created a property management company, proving a vital service for second home owners. In tandem, in 2006, he launched his career as an estate agent, specialising in the sale and acquisition of prestigious Provencal properties. His hands-on understanding of the market allows Martial to connect with buyers looking for peace of mind when choosing a home-from-home.
Away from the office, Martial enjoys photography and cinematography. He is a keen follower of the works of Michel Audiard. He has travelled to South America, Canada, Cuba, Iran, Uzbekistan and Iceland, with many more destinations on his wish list. His honesty, punctuality, kindness, curious mind and good sense of humour make him a perfect estate agent.
A lover of Provence since the early 90s, Gilles spent a large part of his life in the Paris region, before settling in the heart of the Luberon in 2017, where he bought a large property which he transformed into a luxury chambre d’hôte business. In the various positions he has held over the last 30 years, in an investment bank in Paris or in this hospitality business, he has dealt with demanding clientele with an international profile and high standards.
As well as his role of negotiator at Maison Victoire Immobilier, Gilles has taken on the challenge of renovating a 400-year-old building, his third house in the region, and his third renovation too. It satisfies his penchant for original features, ornate decoration, and beautiful antiques.
In his time off, he enjoys exploring the roads and trails of Provence on foot, by racing bike or mountain bike, in search of a beautiful viewpoint, a secret chapel, or... a house that might be for sale. He has proudly conquered the three routes leading to the summit of the Ventoux… several times!
The incomparable light and sublime landscapes of our region inspire him - like other prestigious artists before him - since he devotes part of his spare time to writing novels. Or perhaps his many trips to Europe, Asia and Latin America have had a profound effect on him…
Originally from New York City, Katie has owned and renovated multiple homes up and down the East Coast of the US and throughout France. With a BA from the colleges of Haverford and Swarthmore, Katie continued her studies in French at the Sorbonne before co-founding one of the first relocation companies in Strasbourg. She secured contracts with major American corporations like Eli Lilly, General Motors, and Steelcase, facilitating smooth transitions for expatriate executives. Katie also spearheaded a nonprofit association with their publication of the first edition of an expat guide to Alsace which is now in its 6th edition with 250+ pages.
After a decade in France, Katie returned to New York where she renovated an abandoned home in Scarsdale from 1865, more than doubling its value. Katie has a genuine passion for restoring old and contemporary homes. There are very few architectural challenges she has not faced across her portfolio of properties in France and the US, some dating as far back as the 17th century.
Back in France for the past 6 years, Katie has transitioned from a successful 20+ year career as a Digital Marketing Executive, to pursue her true passion for real estate. Leveraging her expertise in marketing, renovation, and relocation, she adeptly assists both sellers and buyers in achieving their real estate goals. Eager to share her love for Provence, Katie is particularly enthusiastic about partnering with North Americans seeking to establish roots in the area.
Now with 5 years’ experience, Tati, a typical Rhodesian Ridgeback, welcomes clients with an air of disinterested superiority, then retires to languish on her sofa.
Initially employed, unsuccessfully, to handle security, Tati has now moved to this more sedentary role in which she excels.
A vital member of the Maison Victoire team and much loved by all, Peggy the Border Terrier welcomes clients to our Cabrières-d’Avignon agency with open paws and a smile. Her relentless optimism makes her ideally suited for her customer service role and she is a true inspiration to all dogs looking to launch themselves into the estate agency business.
A young and idealistic Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, what Tia lacks in experience she more than compensates for with her overall joie de vivre. She was hired as a part-time intern at Maison Victoire to help relieve the pressure on her canine colleagues, and has quickly become an important cog/dog in this well-oiled machine.
Following substantial recent growth, Maison Victoire is looking for a new Property Agent to join our dynamic bilingual team.
Maison Victoire is a well established estate agency based in Cabrières-d'Avignon, in the heart of the Luberon. With a portfolio of sought-after properties and a solid client base, we have experienced year-on-year growth since the agency was established over a decade ago and we are now looking to expand our team.
The successful candidate should speak French and English fluently, be a Mac user and have proven sales experience. He/she should be resident in the Vaucluse: either in the Luberon, L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue or Ventoux areas.
For more information, email Victoria Templeman: victoria@maisonvictoire.com or call 06 37 82 11 07
