Nouvelle Aquitaine is a region in the southwest corner of France, home to some of the most popular departments among international buyers. The region is relatively new, having been created in 2014 when the government merged Aquitaine, Limousin and Poitou-Charentes in a territorial reform. The region is Europe’s leading agricultural region and is home to [...]
Home to the some of the world’s best ski resorts, Haute Savoie is the go-to corner of the French Alps for anyone in search of a top-notch mountain pad that’s as fun to visit in the summer as during the snowy winter months… New 2-bed apartment in Megève Location and landscape Boasting the [...]
There’s a rousing whiff of Autumn in the air, which means landscapes across Europe are about to burst into colour. We pick some rural destinations where each year homeowners are treated to glorious autumnal countryside… Character home in France's Millevaches Plateau Millevaches Plateau, FRANCE A land of ancient forests, rivers and lakes, peatlands [...]
It’s certainly the weather for enjoying a chilled glass of wine... So, here’s a pick of European destinations that combine quality local plonk and exciting holiday homes – some you may not be expecting! Three-bed villa in the Costa Brava Spain – Empordà Rioja might produce the UK’s favourite Spanish wine but it [...]
In a nod to this month’s 2019 Wimbledon Championships, we serve up a selection of our favourite overseas homes with a tennis court. Prepare to be aced… Lot et Garonne home with tennis court France You don’t need to be a millionaire to have a pretty detached house with a tennis court in [...]
More at home near a picturesque, freshwater lake than a busy seaside resort? We’ve picked a couple of lakes in France and Spain, ones that are great for bathing and water sports and where a second home would be especially appealing to nature lovers and outdoorsy people. We’ve also found a property for sale near [...]
In a nod to the recent Grand National and start of racing’s flat season, here are three foreign horse-racing hot spots where hippophiles might fancy their chances finding their perfect property! 4-bed period villa near Deauville’s racecourse Deauville, France Little wonder equestrian sports are hugely popular in France – they have the space [...]
Tune into Channel 4’s new Escape to the Château DIY series, which sees expats get first-hand tips for running or restoring a French château, and you’re sure to feel inspired. If you’re planning to follow a similar dream, perhaps one of these properties – each a château but in differing conditions - has your name [...]
Are you more at home soaking up the culture in a picturesque old city than sat by the pool in a purpose-built resort? Then perhaps a pied-à-terre in the historic centre of one of these European cities – each with an airport - could be right up your street… Hip warehouse style pad in [...]
The Six Nations 2019 has kicked off in style! In a nod to this famous rugby tournament, we reveal where fans would feel most at home in each of the three competing countries from outside Britain, and pick properties worth scrumming down for… Delightful rural home near Perpignan, a city in Languedoc with a [...]