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Brittany Buying Guide

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Brittany Buying Guide

Why is Brittany such a popular choice for people buying property? Factors include an agreeable climate, great food, good plane and ferry connections to the UK, Ireland and the rest of France. The Brittany Buying Guide gives you the information you need if you are considering buying or renting a property in Brittany. Whether looking for a holiday home, or to permanently live, you'll find all the information you need right here.

For help with your Brittany property search, please don't hesitate to get in contact with our property consultants.

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Weather & Climate in Brittany

Various links and forecasts for the weather French climate & weatherWant to know the current weather in Brittany or get a forecast? Want to find out about historic rainfall or sunshine hours for different regions? It's all here...more

Where to buy in Brittany?

Property hotspot Browse French property for sale in these hotspots around Brittany:

Brest property
Brittany coastal property
Dinan property
Dinard property
Lorient property
Quimper property
Rennes property
Roscoff property
St Malo property

Welcome to the Brittany Buying Guide

Our Brittany buying guide is where you will find useful information regarding all aspects of owning and renovating a house in Brittany. You will also find Brittany property for sale, rent, estate agents, immobilier, notaires, property search companies, surveyors, finance, mortgages and insurance. New build & leaseback property.

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Buying in Brittany - The Essentials

What type of property, where, and important things to consider Thatched cottage, BrittanyAs always, Brittany is popular with Brits, whatever the economic climate, but the tendency for buyers to be that bit more cautious has led to more choice and better value. Now that the choice is larger, you may need some pointers to help you find the right place for you... more...

Day in the Life: Brittany property finder

David WaltonDavid Walton is a FrenchEntrée Property Finder based in southern Brittany, where he can source bargains for those seeking a dream home in France. Here he offers an insight into what goes on 'behind the scenes'... more...

Notaire or Estate Agent?

Who should you buy from?
Immobilier
Immobilier
In the UK this choice does not exist: one has to consult an agent, so this is a quandary faced by many British buyers in France; do they use a notaire or go to an estate agent? What is the difference between the two? more...

Building & Renovating in Brittany

Advice and local companies for your building projects BuildingIf you own property in Brittany, it is likely that you will undertake some building or renovation work on it at some point, and that you will need some advice or the help of a professional to get it right. From new builds to restorations, there are... more...

Siddalls Financial Advisor for Brittany

SiddallsSiddalls have over ten years experience in providing financial advice for people putting down new roots in France. Jennie Poate is the Regional Manager for Normandy and Picardy. She tells us her story...
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Planning Permission in Brittany

Checking the rules and regulations Barn conversionFor many of us, finding a desirable home involves purchasing an older property to renovate. Generally, this is an enjoyable experience. However, it can be quite easy to create problems for yourself, if the correct procedures are ignored. more...

Great value property in beautiful Brittany

Stone longere plus two gitesThe property market in Brittany is very varied from coastal to inner heartland where the prices drop considerably and roads become even quieter. It is highly popular with tourists so gite owners can do well even though there is competition.more...

French Property Trends 2011

Analysis of 2010 and Predictions for 2011 French property trendsEvery year, FrenchEntrée carries out a survey of its property finders and estate agent partners in France to find out how the property market in different regions contrasts with official data collected for France as a whole.more...

A Holiday Home in Finistere

Life in Lesconil with the Hadleys
Lesconil
Lesconil Harbour
Richard and Margaret Hadley bought a holiday home in a small coastal village in the Breton department of Finistere nearly eight years ago, and enjoy holidaying there for two months ... more...

Why Brittany?

Why are so many British buyers choosing Brittany for their second home
Dol-de-Bretagne
Dol-de-Bretagne
There are several reasons which immediately spring to mind: ease of access from the south coast English ports of Plymouth, Poole and Portsmouth; the climate ... more...

Property Guide - Brittany

Regional Factfile Brittany - Cotes D'Armor housesThinking of buying a property in Brittany? This article is an introductory guide to the region covering climate, landscape, attractions, access, property styles and prices. more...

The complete legal package

Heslop and PlattHeslop & Platt solicitors provide legal expertise in all areas of French property and succession law. Contact us today with your French legal query.

Looking for a property in Brittany?

Chateau Josselin Longère, cottage, sea view property, gites, renovation… Southern Brittany Property Finders will assist you to find your dream property at the best possible price.

Planning problems?

Andrew Allen ArchitectsFor all your design and planning requirements, we offer a friendly and personal service. Based in Dinan we cover Brittany and adjoining regions.

Property Management – est 2002

LBVPeople you can trust to look after your property when you’re not around. Exceptional service at competitive prices. The one stop shop solution for second home owners in France.

Need French healthcare?

Essential HealthcareTop ups to French "NHS" medical cover for both expatriate residents and short to medium term EHIC holders visiting France, ideal for holiday home owners. Learn More

Helping you find a Brittany gem!

Brittany GemsBrittany Gems property finding service will help you find your dream home in the north Brittany area. Find out more about the north Brittany property finders.

Financial advice & solutions for people relocating to France

Siddalls Download Siddalls help sheets for "your new life in France" by clicking here.

Mobile Homes For Sale - France

Caravans in the Sun New sited mobile homes from £19,995 and resale sited mobile homes from £5,995. Sites open for 12 months of the year. Aquitaine, Brittany, Dordogne, Languedoc-Roussillon and the Vendee.

Woodburning Stoves and Range Cookers

Woodburning StovesYour open fire not giving you the heat you need? Have a look at our large selection of quality stoves and cookers. Great deals now on.

French mortgage best buy tables

IPF CottageKeep yourself up-to-date with the latest French mortgage rates. Whether you’re looking for a repayment or interest only option you’ll find the most competitive rates available here.

Save a fortune on Euros

Euro NotesIf you need advice or a Euro currency exchange quote, make a no obligation enquiry to Moneycorp, FrenchEntrée's Currency Partner