French Property News Magazine - June 2020

In this issue

A SLICE OF HEAVEN
“I can’t wait to get back to our sleepy village by the water”.

Properties of the month - Homes across France to suit all budgets and tastes.

Capturing the castle
A couple from Escape to the Château: DIY on their new life in Creuse plus advice on buying a French château..

Heritage homes

Buying a property near one of France’s unique sites recognised by UNESCO can come with a wealth of benefits, finds Hannah Evans

9 mins

Village people

A village home can be the perfect property choice — a tiny town with the country on the doorstep

4 mins

Go with the flow

It’s most often associated with picture-perfect Parisian scenes, but there’s plenty more to be found along the route of the Seine.

7 mins

Ground rules

If you ask the right questions and apply for the correct documents, there is nothing stopping you from completing your dream project in France, says Andrew Allen

4 mins

Make a big splash!

What could be dreamier than your own swimming pool at your French property? Karen Tait looks at the costs and practicalities of owning one

5 mins

One for the road

From road trips to racetracks, Chloe Govan motors through the best property locations in France for car enthusiasts

7 mins

Coast is calling

Charming villages along the Alabaster Coast, near Dieppe, boast fine houses with sea and river views, as Carolyn Reynier discovers

7 mins

Forever Alpine

Chamonix is not just for the ski season, Brigitte Nicolas explores this captivating town at the foot of Mont Blanc and the wider Chamonix valley

6 mins

More for your money

There are many benefits to buying a property with a French mortgage, especially in the current circumstances.

6 mins

Virtual reality

How will the buying process change during the Covid-19 pandemic? Fabienne Atkin explains the new rules and what they mean for buyers

4 mins

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French Property News Magazine Description:

French Property News is the leading UK magazine covering the French property market. Whether you’re planning to make a purchase across the Channel or have already invested in a French home, it is an invaluable source of information and insight. A surprisingly wide spectrum of topics are featured each month, including the buying process in France, financial and legal advice, inspiring real life stories, in-depth regional reports and a whole host of entertaining and informative regulars, such as language-learning puzzles and reviews of the latest releases.