Proud guesthouse owners Gail and Christian Bodiguel tell Sylvia Edwards Davis about the extensive property search that eventually brought them to L’Atelier du Renard Argenté in Vaucluse Meet The Movers Name: Gail and Christian Bodiguel Bought in: 2013 Live in:…
Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur At first glance, the perched village of Flayosc appears to be extremely remote. For starters, there are hills, vineyards and olive groves as far as the eye can see. Then there’s the fact that no major road…
If 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…
The Pays de la Serre is offering prospective buyers €5,000 to move to the area What if we told you that you could move to France and get paid for the privilege? No, we’re not pulling your leg. The Pays…
This verdant region in southern France seduces with its space, natural beauty and the quality of life it offers. Gascony could be your property heaven
Tip: Narrowing down your search area early is crucial. Not only will it save you time in the long run, but estate agents will take you more seriously.
We head to the east of France to weigh up these neighbouring départements in Burgundy…
You fall in love with a property in the South of France, it has olive trees and you buy it. What do you do? You make olive oil, of course! Patrice Bertrand finds out more
As soon as they clapped eyes on a faded farmhouse near Saint-Tropez, Katrina and Christophe Denoux knew they had found a diamond in the rough, says Nicola Venning
LIVING THE HIGH LIFE IN HAUTE-SAVOIE. You’ll feel on top of the world in this Alpine département with its ski resorts, sunshine, lakes and culture. Annaliza Davis reveals why its property market is a peak performer
Annaliza Davis explores a region that offers the best of all worlds – whether you are seeking city-centre investment or looking for your own bit of heaven on Earth Pays de la Loire boasts the best of France: fantastic coastlines,…
Thanks to the British love of the Dordogne, there’s a corner of southwest France that is forever England. But with its bastide towns, rolling green hills, verdant valleys, and food to die for, it couldn’t be more typically French, so don’t be put off when you hear it referred to as “Dordogneshire”!
We head to France’s northwest coastline, where two départements jostle for the top spot…
Why buying property in and around Chalabre, with nearby lakes, castles and stunning views of the Pyrenees, makes for a great investment!
Your essential guide to facilities in towns to be found north of the Loire and east of Angers. You can find details on bars, restaurants, chemists, banks, supermarkets, broadband, English-language cinema, distance to the ports and much more.
Corrèze has a rich medieval past with evidence of these times to be found throughout Correze’s towns and villages.
The eastern half of the Aveyron has been neglected. But the opening of the Sir Norman Foster-designed Millau Viaduct last year increased interest in eastern and southern Aveyron, and a boom in the property market could soon follow.
The department of Aveyron has not always been known for its property appeal but it has recently become much more popular.
Rodez, the departmental capital of Aveyron, is an attractive city in a pleasant natural environment. Its historic centre is perched on top of a hill overlooking the Aveyron River.
Extensive details of Fontenay le Comte and surrounding area The south-east Vendee has been a popular destination for house-hunters for many years. The climate, excellent transport links and affordable property make the area ideal for those dreaming of a new…
Gorgeous châteaux, pretty riverside towns, and a climate that’s never too hot and never too cold – it’s no wonder Brits have been beating a path to the Loire Valley since medieval times, says Dominic Bliss
We head to Aquitaine in southwest France, where two départements reign supreme…
Annaliza Davis discovers that the French Alps offer not only some of the best skiing in Europe but varied landscapes and activities all year round… The magnificent mountains of the Alps are famous for their breathtaking peaks, fabulous resorts and…
Top Tip – Thinking of opening a gîte? Find an area that will generate income all year round, not just during the summer months Q We are looking at the new Fondation du Patrimoine grant and wondering if…
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the beaten track MAUBOURGUET, Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie Maubourguet is close to the Spanish border in the historical province of Gascony. Once…
When you hear the name Burgundy it conjures up most of all the fabulous wines that make the area so famous: Chablis, Nuits St George, Meursault and the list goes on….. But Burgundy has much to offer beyond the…
Sun, Ski and Sand Over 300 days of sunshine a year, glorious mountain resorts, welcoming beaches and plenty of rental potential – it’s no wonder we all love this département, says Annaliza Davis Pyrénées-Orientales enjoys a whopping 300 days…
We head to the green heart of southwest France, where two départements reign supreme… Lot Named after its defining river, the Lot shares its borders with the Limousin, Aquitaine and Auvergne regions. This historically rich area is known for…
Dominic Bliss explores the Pyrénées Atlantiques, a corner of France with a Spanish influence that offers all you could want and more.
Discover more about the Charente a beautiful, unspoiled area of France with our selection of useful articles covering climate, landscape, attractions, access, property styles, prices and more.
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the beaten track TREIGNAC, Limousin. Standing next to the Vézère river, Treignac is situated in the north part of Corrèze,…
The ancient province of Quercy is truly ‘a land that time forgot’, where you will find, hidden away in sleepy backwaters, some of the most attractive rural architecture in France. Fortified towns known as Bastides (taken from the langue d’oc…
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the beaten track MAGALAS, Hérault, Languedoc-Roussillon The charming village of Magalas, located just 15km north of the dynamic city…
PROPERTY SHOWDOWN We consider the best reasons to buy in these neighbouring areas jostling for position in the sunny south of France… GARD The Gard, a desirable location in the south of France, is a geographically diverse département with varied…
The Sills have had many adventures in the old farmhouse they bought in deepest Charente back in 2000. Their love affair with France is still going strong
Gloriously rural, but dotted with charming fortified villages, stone houses and sleepy towns, the Tarn is a little pocket of France from the past, says Dominic Bliss There’s a hilltop village in the Tarn called Cordes-sur-Ciel. It’s said to…
LUBERON Provence The Luberon attracts more and more international home-owners, seeking both main residences and holiday homes, not least because of its crystal-clear blue skies, countless pretty villages perched on hilltops and magical landscapes of lavender fields, olive groves and…
Boosted by the Macron Effect, confirmation of the 2024 Olympics and the last-minute Brexit rush, the capital is in the midst of a housing boom. So now is the time to buy, says Caroline Harrap… Paris is always a good…
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the beaten track Domfront Orne, Normandy Located in Orne, Domfront really captures what the more verdant side of Normandy has to…
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the beaten track MARCIAC Gers, Midi-Pyrénées Marciac is located in the south of the Gers département, an area encompassed…
Despite its long and rich history, not many people know of Aquitaine, although many will be familiar with place names such as Biarritz, St.Emilion and Arcachon, or have probably consumed its most famous exports, wine, cognac, and foie gras.
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top search areas – on and off the beaten track… Loudéac, Brittany This traditional, pretty market town lies at the heart of Brittany, in the campagne…
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top search areas – on and off the beaten track Bourg-Saint-Maurice, French Alps Nicknamed the ‘Capital of the Upper Tarentaise’, Bourg-Saint-Maurice is a town in the Savoie…
ASK THE EXPERTS The FrenchEntrée property team answers more of your questions Q I’ve been looking at properties online, but can’t find an exact location/address. Is this information available anywhere? A Unlike in other parts of the world,…
Annick Dauchy on the contrasts of the 13th arrondissement, a Parisian neighbourhood that combines the small with the large, the old with the new… Le 13ème, as it is known, is a multifaceted arrondissement on the South Bank.…
WHERE TO BUY IN FRANCE NOW! Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top search areas – on and off the beaten track… AUVILLAR Tarn-et-Garonne Once upon a time, Auvillar, perched high on its…
WHERE TO BUY IN FRANCE NOW! Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top search areas – on and off the beaten track… LAC DE GUERLÉDAN Brittany Home of crêpes, Fest-Noz and the pink…
You’ve doubtless sampled Rhône wines, but have you visited the villages named on the bottles? If not, you’re really missing out, as Roger Thomas explains… CÔTES DU RHÔNE VILLAGES About ten years ago, my local supermarket started to…
WHERE TO BUY IN FRANCE NOW! Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top search areas – on and off the beaten track BORMES-LES-MIMOSAS, Var. A steep, winding tree-lined road leads you to…
Dominic Bliss reveals why it’s the right time to buy in this region of rolling countryside, gorgeous fortified towns, charming period properties – and robust reds For decades we Britons have been drawn to Burgundy, lured by those two great…
