10 traditional homes for sale in western France

Did you know that almost three-quarters of those looking to buy property in France want a house or cottage in the countryside? If that includes you, where better to look than in western France? Nouvelle Aquitaine is the desired location for over 30% of people buying...

Where to find affordable properties in France

Oh, the appeal of France, where work is just something you do rather than who you are. Where you won’t be judged for ordering a glass of wine with lunch (you might even be encouraged). Where cuisine is among the best in the world and where art and fashion combine. If...

Brits with viewing trip plans urged to check passports

British passport holders are being warned to check the expiry date of their passports to avoid post-Brexit havoc at the airport. UK passport-holders used to be able to carry nine months from a previous passport forward onto a new one, but due to Brexit, that is no...

How to avoid potential pitfalls when buying property in France

Purchasing a property in France is an exciting prospect, but it can be confusing, especially for those doing it for the first time. To help you on your journey to becoming a French property owner, we’ve outlined some potential pitfalls and how to avoid them to help...

10 gorgeous properties in the south of France

‘Au bord de la mer’ is often one of the first phrases you learn in French at school. What does it mean? ‘By the seaside,’ of course. Au bord de la mere is a place where families enjoy hot summer days, where produce markets sell the freshest goods and where the sun...