When Roman Abramovich first laid eyes on Chateau de la Croe it bore little resemblance to the palatial mansion it is today. But he had the vision - and cash - to see how it could be returned to its former glory.
Château de la Croë (pictured) is situated on one of the most prestigious parts of the French Riviera - the Cap d Antibes - and local estate agents estimate it is worth around £90million.
This extraordinary global property empire, comprising more than 70 Uk assets alone, raises questions about how effective sanctions against Roman Abramovich really are