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Poitou Charentes Property, Holidays and Lifestyle

Welcome to FrenchEntrée Poitou Charentes. We are here to help make life in Poitou Charentes easy. This website was created to serve as a comprehensive source of information about the beautiful region of Poitou Charentes. So whether you are already living here, you are searching for a property to buy or a place to stay, or whether you are looking to discover what life is like in Provence, you've come to the right place.

Are you searching for a farmhouse, town house or villa? For any type of property anywhere in Poitou Charentes please don't hesitate to get in contact with our property consultants.

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Poitou Charentes Property Guide

Poitou-Charentes Property Sales

Looking to find your dream home in the Poitou-Charentes region? Well look no further, here's a list to choose from:
Charente property for sale
Charente-Maritime property for sale
Deux-Sèvres property for sale
Vienne property for sale
These properties are from private vendors and estate agents in the region. Whether you're looking for a chateau, barn, house, renovation project or some land for a new build, you'll be sure to find something you like. Not sure which département to choose? Why not search across the entire Poitou-Charentes property sales.

An Englishman’s home is his…..Chateau.

With many experts predicting a UK wide property slump Graham Downie argues that the strong demand for French property will

Angouleme"UK house prices to stay flat for years" thundered the headline in this mornings’ Times, quoting research by Nationwide, Britains biggest building society. more...

A guide to a Barn Conversion in Poitou Charentes

Step 1 Planning

Barn ConversionProperties, renovation, conversion, all terms that we have become more and more familiar with. Programs on television, articles in magazines, all add to the idea that there is little or ... more...

A Guide to a Barn Conversion in Poitou Charentes

Step 2. Project Management

Barn ConversionAt the end of part one we were at the stage of obtaining planning consent for our conversion. The vision of what we wanted now existed in two places; in two dimensions on six sheets of A1 sized paper... more...

A Guide to a Barn Conversion in Poitou Charentes

Step 3. Somewhere between D.I.Y. and G.S.I There is a third way

Barn ConversionNo, not a reference to television programming; D.I.Y.= Do -it- yourself, G.S.I.= Get someone in. With apologies to all political concerns for the “Third way “ reference........ more...

Global warming fears means new survey for French home sellers

FrenchEntrée-Poitou CharentesFrom 1 November 2006 anyone selling a house in France has to get it surveyed and then graded by an expert for its energy efficiency. This new survey, which can cost up to €250, also tells prospective buyers how much carbon dioxide gas is produced when heating the home...

The top 5 mistakes to avoid when buying in Poitou Charentes….

Following my last article on the healthy state of the French property market I thought it would be useful to highlight the five most common mistakes UK purchasers make when looking for their dream home in Poitou Charentes... more...

Buying Your French House

What to think about and look out for

FrenchEntrée-Poitou CharentesBuying a house is always a stressful purchase, so what happens when you want to buy abroad? Whether it’s for a holiday home, investment or permanent move, it’s not ... more...

Soleil Properties - Advertorial

English and French speaking, Dutch-owned agency

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Second home, business creation, investment in the Charente-Maritime? Soleil Properties helps you to make your purchase, your settling and your integration turn out well! more...

French Property Price Calculator

FrenchEntrée-Poitou CharentesTo help you estimate the value of your current French property or to estimate the potential cost of a French property that you might be looking to buy FrenchEntrée have provided a French Property Price Calculator. more...

The Property Doctor

FrenchEntrée-Poitou CharentesThe Property Doctor is a series of articles aimed at anyone considering purchasing their dream home in France. These will be published on a regular basis on this website with the hope that they will go some way to addressing the fears prospective property buyers may have. more...

Winter house hunting

Why viewing in winter can be a revealing experience

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Snow in Deux-Sèvres
You have already made the decision that rural life in France is where your future lies. If your decision has come about because of memorable holidays, visits to friends living here, or from reading about idyllic lifestyles, then think about how many of these relate to summer and the warmer spring/autumn months. House hunting in winter can provide a reality check on what a permanent move to France may throw at you. Here we give the reasons why and tips on getting the most from house viewing in winter. more...

Alternative energy in Deux-Sèvres

Solar powered hot water

FrenchEntrée-Poitou Charentes The Conseil général has set a target for having 1,000 homes with solar powered water heating. To encourage the installation of solar power, regional and departmental grants are being made available. more...
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Cognac Property Finder
Charente Property FinderLet us do the legwork and dig out one of the few remaining gems in the Charente valley for you. Then use our experience and local knowledge as a Cognac property finder to help you purchase the property at the lowest price possible.
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.
Swimming Pools for Everyone
InstallapoolInstallapool offer full installations, diy kits, renovation and upgrade services and a wide range of associated products. Specialising in saltwater Permalife pools.
Charente Countryside New Builds on a Budget
Property in lake resortRural Lakeside Resort in South Charente come for a holiday and return for a lifetime! New build homes for sale at a lakeside resort. Enjoy good rental returns or just enjoy family holidays with many activities at Etang Vallier Resort in Brossac. More info.
Your French Property in South Charente Maritime.
Mirambeau PropertyFrenchEntrée has selected an agency specialized in this area. Whether you are looking at relocating there or at buying your holiday property, lets our Premier Partner help you to find the ideal property you are looking for.. View our latest Mirambeau Property.
Looking for the perfect spot to escape the hustle and bustle of big towns?
Ruffec PropertyRuffec and the North Charente area might the be the ideal place to look for your French property. Our FrenchEntrée Premier Partners will be able to help you to find your dream home in this area. View our latest Ruffec Property.
Anglo French Removals
French FlagWeekly services to and from France. Container storage in Kent and Charente. Full or part loads. 24yrs experience. Fully insured moves within France. Guild Members. More info

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