What is an off-market property?
An off-market property is one that is not openly listed on public property portals, real estate agency websites, or mass-market advertising platforms. Instead, these opportunities are introduced through private property listings, trusted professional networks, and direct owner relationships.
This approach applies equally to:
• Ultra-prime residential homes
• Private sale property
• Off-market hotel listings
• Strategic commercial and alternative assets
Owners choose off-market transactions for several reasons:
• Absolute confidentiality and discretion
• No public price exposure or market testing
• Controlled access to qualified buyers only
• Protection of reputation, operations, or brand (particularly critical for hotels)
For buyers, understanding off-market vs open-market transactions is essential — many of the most valuable assets never reach the open market at all.
Why serious buyers often prefer off-market listings
At the prime and ultra-prime level, publicly listed properties represent only part of the available market. A growing proportion of high-value transactions — particularly in hospitality — are completed via exclusive off-market property channels.
For buyers, this offers:
• Access to assets unavailable elsewhere
• Reduced competition
• More direct negotiations
• Greater discretion and control
This is especially relevant for investors seeking off-market hotel assets, where confidentiality is often non-negotiable due to staff, guests, operators, or brand considerations.
Off-market estates on the Côte d’Azur & Monaco
One of our long-standing strengths is access to discreet residential estates across the French Riviera and Monaco.
For both Sales and Seasonal Rentals we maintain deep networks and off-market access in super-prime locations including but not limited to:
• Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
• Cap d’Antibes
• Cannes
• Saint-Tropez
• Roquebrune-Cap-Martin
• Monaco
As French speakers working daily within the French and Monegasque systems, we understand how discreet transactions actually operate — from private owners and family offices to notaires, lawyers, and trusted intermediaries.
Whether it is a super-villa in Cannes, a palace-style residence on the Côte d’Azur, or a confidential Monaco asset, we know how these properties trade behind the scenes.
A growing focus: off-market hotel opportunities
A major and expanding part of our activity is sourcing off-market hotels and hospitality assets.
We have access to 4-star and 5-star off-market hotel opportunities in:
• London
• France
• Switzerland
• Spain
• Portugal
• Italy
• Bali
These include:
• Boutique hotels
• Luxury lifestyle resorts
• Branded and unbranded hospitality assets
• Operating hotels and vacant-possession opportunities
Almost all are offered strictly as private sale property, requiring NDAs and buyer qualification before any details are released. This positions Polarius as a natural partner for investors seeking discreet hotel acquisitions and institutional-grade hospitality assets.
Here, you can view examples of properties which we currently handle within our off-market collection (with others hidden even from this list): our off-market collection.
Global off-market opportunities beyond hotels
Beyond hospitality, we source a wide range of discreet global assets, including:
• Winery and vineyard estates
• Heritage estates and palaces
• Development land on Greek islands
• Strategic alternative investments
We also work with off-market commercial assets such as:
• Data centres
• Solar parks
• Secure facilities and specialist bunker assets
All handled via structured, confidential off-market transactions.
How access to off-market properties works
Because of their sensitive nature, off-market assets follow a clear and controlled access process.
• Initial buyer qualification
• Confidentiality agreements (NDAs)
• Proof of funds and ID checks
• Controlled disclosure of information
• Private viewings and negotiations
We often manage this process end-to-end, acting as your main buyer-side representative. More detail is available via our buying agent service.
Guidance for international buyers
Off-market purchases often involve cross-border legal, tax, and structural considerations. We regularly advise clients from search through to acquisition.
Our international property buying guides provide further insight.
Final thoughts
Off-market properties are not about secrecy for secrecy’s sake — they are about access, trust, and quality.
• Discreet luxury residential estates
• Off-market hotels
• Private commercial assets
• Strategic global investments
Our role is to open doors that remain closed to the public.
Contact us or email info@polariusrealestate.com
