French Property Blog and News

Those in the know have already discovered Les Alpilles , the sleepy side of Provence, where the hustle and bustle of the Cote d’Azur could be a million miles away. The South of France’s sun-soaked coastline is…
The Gironde brings together everything that expats love about France in one beautiful and diverse department. With the vibrant city of Bordeaux at its heart and home to some of the world’s most famous vineyards, this…
If you are moving to France with your family your final destination may be influenced by the proximity of a good international school. Most international schools cater for many different nationalities and, although lessons…
Toulouse is France’s Southern belle , a picturesque city of coral-coloured buildings that have earned it the tag “the Pink City ”. Its abundance of culture, heritage and nightlife – not to mention…
There is a reason why so many expats are drawn to the South of France and it isn’t just because the weather is good - although with 300 days a year of sunshine, blue skies are almost taken for granted. The main motivating…
Ah, Paris... the city of Light, what can we say about the French capital that hasn’t already been said a thousand times before? We all know how amazing Paris is. It’s consistently on lists of the most romantic…
They say an Englishman's home is his castle – but for many Brits, Americans and others, the real dream is to buy a piece of history in the form of a French chateau. Over the last couple of years, television audiences…
Whether you’re a sun seeker or prefer fresher weather, love the snow or enjoy the verdant landscape of wetter climes, France has something for everyone. If you’re thinking of visiting for a holiday or on a more…
For many, buying a French property is a dream – something they plan for over many years. That is never more the case than when the property you have in mind is a château full of style and history. Buying a French…