A couple from Devon have found that now is a timely occasion to follow their dreams of owning a French property.

Lorraine and Norman Tuck sold their home in the West Country two years ago and have waited until now to pick up a bargain across the channel, renting a UK property in the meantime, the Financial Times reports.

As a result, they have been able to acquire a home in western France for €100,000 (£88,000).

Speaking to the paper, Mrs Tuck explained how waiting until the right French property could be located has seen them secure the bargain, with a 15 per cent discount on the asking price.

This has helped offset the disadvantage of the fall in the value of sterling, she explained, stating: "The pound is better than it was, although still much worse than a couple of years ago, but the saving on the property cancels that out."

Sellers of French property have been offering new kinds of incentives, such as cookery and archery lessons, the Independent reported last week.

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