Château life

The timeless appeal of France’s bastides means they remain a popular choice with househunters – as Saskia Vlaskamp says, who doesn’t want a croissant with a view?

Most people move to France with the intention of integrating, but how easy is it to be accepted into the heart of the local community? Gillian Harvey talks to three couples who’ve done just that

Owning a holiday home offers the chance of a hideaway haven, where you can reconnect with the natural world and boost your wellbeing

After 25 years of dreaming of finding a place in France, Christina and David Laycock finally found their ‘little corner of French paradise’ in the Dordogne

Looking for a characterful village near the Dordogne where you can really enjoy life? Samm Khourry suggests Lauzun

A neighbour selling off part of their garden can be the ideal solution for a self-build plot, but it comes with caveats