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How are the prices of French properties determined?
After a few calls to our agents in France, we tried to narrow down the criteria by which the prices of the French properties are determined. However, we remain…
Is there anything better than a night in front of the fire?
There are four common types of fireplace, which include the traditional wood fireplace, as well as gel fireplaces, electric fireplaces and gas fireplaces.
Top 10 French Christmas traditions
As we all know Christmas is a Christian feast but throughout Europe, the rituals associated with the onset of winter go back to time immemorial.
True Secret: how do French find their antiques?
If you want to purchase some French antiques for your French holiday home or for your main residence, we have compiled a list of websites you must visit:
A Garden Room: give your property a new dimension
Nowadays, it’s become trendy to create some additional space in a property by building an orangery, conservatory or a garden room. These assets are appreciated…
The best uses for your French outbuildings
Outbuildings are gaining popularity over years, more and more property hunters only seek property with outbuildings. Actually they are essentially looking for…
The importance of being Eco friendly: an example with the use of wooden floor
After the closure of the Green build Expo in late June this year, it is now time to underline to consider the main topics discussed during the event in more…
The South west at its best!
Beautiful scenery and typical charming villages, the Midi Pyrenees region has everything to please house hunters. The largest French region (45, 348 sqm)…
Top 5 things to do before moving to France
1) Planning One of the most important things before moving into your new accommodation in France is to plan early in order to evaluate everything and prevent…
Wine Cellars in France
Wine cellars are more than just a basic cellar. In some French regions people spend hundreds of hours taking care of them as they can need constant attention,…
Brittany ideal for those prone to homesickness
Once upon a time, Johnny Depp said: “France has a great culture and an amazing history. The most important thing though is that people there know how to live”.…
Getting married in a French castle
There’s nothing more romantic and more original than getting married in a castle. Probably every little girl has dreamed at least once in her life of marrying…
Good projections for French football
More than €1.8 billion! These are the investment figures for the renovation of French stadiums for the UEFA EURO 2016 football tournament, which compared with…
How to set up and run a successful chambres d’hotes in France
. If you have a big house in a charming surroundings with some empty bedrooms, it might be interesting for you to turn your house into a lovely B&B or “chambre…
Interested in French vineyard properties?
Picture the scene; the sun is high, no clouds on the horizon, 30 degrees Celsius, and a glass of wine in your hands, “what else?” as George Clooney would say.
Mastering the landscape to improve your house’s valuation
If you possess various square meters of unexploited land and you want to make it look better, this article is for you. Don’t worry, it only gives basic tips…
The kings of the second home are… the French!
France has 3 million dwellings “exclusively used for weekends, holidays or leisure”, according to the INSEE (the French institute for statistics and economic…
The most beautiful roads in France
Superb landscapes are not the only thing to see in France. The roads that lead to these hidden views are also worth exploring for themselves.
Top 10 prettiest ports to see this summer
The most charming ports in the world are in France. From Northern France to the French Riviera, each one has its own style but remains impressive for all who…
What’s life like near the Canal du Midi?
The most pleasant and popular waterway in Europe is hugely popular and more and more house are being built nearby. The fact is that the channel offers a unique…
Beaches in France
The French mainland has water on more or less three sides – the Atlantic, the English Channel – or La Manche as the French prefer to call it – and the…
Pays-De-La-Loire best ‘grands crus’
France has plenty of regions producing wines classified as A.O.C (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) especially in the South of France. But one region in the…
Removal to France: list of companies
When the long awaited removal day is on the horizon, finding the removal company that suits your requirements is essential. This choice will depend on the…
Renovating a house in France
Research and groundwork Research and groundwork in the beginning will pay dividends later. Make contact not only with agents but also with architects, builders…