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In this special round up of the past week’s French news we’re talking taxes, bicycles and supervillains at the Bastille Day parade. Politics The French government have announced a new …
If you own property in France you should to be aware of the rules around ‘domicile’. Daniel (Dan) Harris, Head of International and Cross-Border at Stone King LLP, explains why.
Reader question: I would like some information about solar panels and any scheme which give a payback when the house is not occupied but is still producing electricity into the …
For many travellers planning holidays to France, taking their own car on a ferry is a popular, and convenient, option. Driving in France may seem a little daunting to begin …
The Tour de France is the ultimate challenge for any cyclist, and this year’s race is upping the ante. Or, should we say, upping the altitude? The 2019 route has …
In partnership with online rental specialist French Connections, we’re offering a lucky reader the chance to win a week for up to six people in Lavender Cottage, a charming blue-shuttered …
Ready to (re)build your dream home from the ground up? From renovation costs to planning permission, Stephen Davies shares some handy tips
FrenchEntrée is the market-leading French property magazine and online resource, on track to become the world’s top French property brand. We are working to scale up our property sales, mortgage …
Charlotte Macdonald is an associate solicitor in Stone King’s international and cross border team. Over a new 12-part series of articles Charlotte will answer legal and practical questions that are …
Kath Watson and Roger Prior almost missed their dream home. But now, after a major renovation to create two gîtes, they’re sitting pretty in Vienne. Nicola Venning finds out how …
French is one of the world’s major languages, with an estimated 300 million speakers in countries all across the globe. It’s famed as the language of love, and while it’s …
Driving from the UK to France, or anywhere else in Europe? The AA provide breakdown cover which starts from the moment you leave home to the moment you get back. …
When artist David Napp first came to Provence 30 years ago, he fell for its wonderful light. Since then, his work has seen him mixing with the rich and famous, …
It was chance and a big helping of get-up-and-go that saw Caroline and Rory Macrae finally realise their dream and launch a luxury hotel barge business in Burgundy. They tell …
The phrase “if only these walls could speak, think of the stories they could tell” is natural to consider when looking at a property which remains intact, although the people …
We chat to Olivier Baudry, owner of luxury hotel-barge Alegria, who has been running cruises on the Canal du Midi for more than a decade. FrenchEntrée: How long have you …
With summer fast approaching, whether you are looking to buy a property or holiday in France, we are all starting to plan our trips abroad, and anyone leaving it too …
Charlotte Macdonald, an associate solicitor in Stone King’s international and cross border team, sets out a number of scenarios that a British owner of French property may encounter. Over a …
Peter Clark and Vincent Caplier created their award-winning eco-guest house in Somme from scratch, where sustainable living is key – inside and out, says Sylvia Edwards Davis. Meet the Movers …
The pound is struggling in Brexit limbo. Since April sterling has fallen an average of 4%, losing four and a half euro cents. There was no assistance from the statistics this week; …
Since 2018 Orange, the owner of the national telephone market, has been managing very substantial investment to bring high speed broadband to many more addresses. The investment is planned to …
Theresa May successfully convinced the EU to allow Britain an extension of Brexit, not for three months as she wanted, but of six instead. Meaning we will “crash out” of …
It has now been almost 34 months since the UK decided to leave the EU, or 1027 days, but who’s counting? And after the latest announcement from the EU leaders, …
As in other countries, people selling a house in France have certain obligations and duties. Here we examine the selling process in detail…
Moving home within France – reviewing broadband choices in the current market Check the broadband availability In addition to following the guidance in the first of this services …
A Special Free Service for Holiday Home Owners French Property and its Broadband Most of our customers within this group either have gîtes that they rent to holiday …
The digital world has come a long way in a short time. Now you can get many TV stations, Pay Per View and other premium services as added services…
Maintaining the quality of your Broadband Service in France (keeping it at peak performance) This bullet point check list should be kept handy to speed up the technical support …
Found your ideal French property – the next steps to get the best broadband. You may already know from the property details if there is access to a broadband service
Starting your French telephone and broadband journey France is a big country and your search may take you to several places before you settle on your preferred location. French Entrée …
Buying a Property in France – The telephone and broadband journey In today’s interconnected world having access to a reliable and fast broadband service is not a luxury but …
Running a château offering family-friendly holiday experiences in France is far from child’s play, but it’s exactly what Jon Barnsley left a high-profile job at one of the UK’s biggest …
Chef Stéphane Reynaud treats us to another of his favourite dishes which would make up a perfectly hearty and tasty French supper for six Serves 6 – Preparation …
Leading French property developer, MGM French Properties presents Le Chalet Apsara, a prime Alpine residence nestled in Le Villard, Méribel Les Allues. Also known as ‘heart of the three valleys, …
Mar Bonnin-Palmer makes sure you don’t get caught out by post-Brexit swings in the currency market – and secure a competitive exchange rate. Q: Do I really need …
Charlotte Macdonald, an associate solicitor in Stone King’s international and cross border team, sets out a number of scenarios that a British owner of French property may encounter. Over …
with cherry tomatoes, shiitake mushrooms and marigold petals The word ‘omelette’ comes originally from the French word lamelle, meaning ‘thin strip’ because of its fl at shape, and gradually …
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
In partnership with online rental specialist French Connections, we’re offering a lucky reader the chance to win a week for two in a self-catered holiday cottage in the green heart …
There are two main types of Pithiviers; the version here, where puff pastry encloses a filling of frangipane (almond cream), and another which has a base of sablé pastry and …
Bob Elliott reveals how to get the fastest possible broadband speed – even in the depths of rural France
When Erin Choa and Jean-Baptiste Gois clapped eyes on the Château de Bourneau, it was love at first sight. Sylvia Edwards Davis takes a tour of the romantic folly that …
After a number of dramatic votes in parliament, we take a look at the way ahead for Brexit and the pound. Reading the recent news headlines has felt like being …
La Môle’s marbled chocolate mousse For me, only one chocolate mousse cuts the mustard, a homemade one inspired by our local restaurant, La Môle. This marbled mousse is a …
Thousands of Britons have discovered the charms of Normandy’s coastline, countryside and cuisine. Some buy holiday or rental properties here, while others settle permanently. Dominic Bliss finds out what the …
If you’re looking for a year-round investment – somewhere soaked in sunshine, but a stone’s throw from the pistes – consider these hotspots just outside the main resorts
FrenchEntrée is a French property and lifestyle resource, curated by real people who have lived and worked in France. We have a network of multilingual lenders and brokers with whom …
I have been making this recipe for over 20 years and it always produces a beautifully high crème caramel with a deep mahogany gloss that sits in a puddle of …
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.
As I’m sure you know, there are a fair few different types of mortgages in France. Below, we run through the most popular options to help you find out which …
