Finding a property in France

The French property market is incredibly diverse. The variety of properties ranges from charming village homes to grand maisons de maître with a vast amount of land. There are also coastal villas, city apartments, country longères… the list goes on. But when the market is so diverse, how do you find your dream property?
“We wanted another adventure!” Tackling a big, beautiful chambres d’hôtes in the Poitou-Charente

“We wanted another adventure!” Tackling a big, beautiful chambres d’hôtes in the Poitou-Charente

When Haydn and Joanne Jones returned to the UK from California, they were searching for a new adventure – and found it in the form of a stunning chambre d’hôtes nestled in the sunkissed southwest of France, just minutes from one of the country’s most beautiful villages, Aubeterre-sur-Dronne. We caught up with the globe-trotting couple about their move and new life running the Chambres de CoCo.
Maintaining good relations with your neighbours in France

Maintaining good relations with your neighbours in France

One could be forgiven for thinking that moving to rural France can only result in a new life of peace and tranquillity. Which for many, it does. But the breakdown of relations between neighbours in France is one of the biggest causes of dispute. Forewarned is forearmed. We take a look at some of the ways to learn about your obligations and to ensure that you always remain on good terms with your neighbours in France.
Living the French renovation project dream

Living the French renovation project dream

Even after Brexit, thousands of Britons choose to relocate to France each year to enjoy its culture, high quality of life and to embark on new adventures. For those looking to save a bit of money, buying a property to renovate is an option, which can ultimately lower the upfront property cost. 
Time Out names the world’s coolest neighbourhood and it’s in France!

Time Out names the world’s coolest neighbourhood and it’s in France!

Notre-Dame du Mont, a neighbourhood in Marseille’s 6th arrondissement, was recently named by Time Out as the “world’s coolest neighbourhood.” The list totals 38 destinations worldwide and ranks each location on its arts, culture, street life, food and one-of-a-kind local flavour. Taking the top spot, Marseille’s Notre-Dame du Mont beat renowned neighbourhoods like Seongsu-dong in Seoul, South Korea and Kerns, in Portland, USA. 

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