Happy New Year and welcome to 2026 in southwest France

As a new year begins, it is the perfect moment to reflect, re-set and perhaps take a step closer to those long-held dreams. For many, that dream involves buying a property in southwest France, either as a holiday home or to move permanently.

This year, in particular, feels like an especially good . . . → Read More: Happy New Year and welcome to 2026 in southwest France

Where does food come on your house-hunting priority list?

Are great local markets one of the attractions of buying a house in France?

Airbnb have just released the results of a study showing the importance of local food and gastronomy to French holidaymakers when choosing a destination. It turns out that 75% of French people who go on holiday or . . . → Read More: Where does food come on your house-hunting priority list?

The joys and challenges of buying a renovation property in France

There is something undeniably romantic about the idea of buying a character-filled home in the rolling hills of southwest France and breathing new life into it; the stone walls, exposed beams, charming features and hidden history. For many buyers, the dream isn’t just to own a home in France, it . . . → Read More: The joys and challenges of buying a renovation property in France

Property trends in southwest France

There is no doubt that the past few years have reshaped the property market in southwest France. As lifestyle priorities continue to evolve, the way we choose, design, and use our homes is undergoing a transformation. The region, long favoured for its picturesque landscapes, relaxed pace, and high quality of life, is . . . → Read More: Property trends in southwest France