French property dreams

Home and income

A twist of fate led André and Lisanne Hedger to realise their dream of owning a chocolate-box thatched cottage in the heart of the countryside – the perfect place to create happy memories with their young family

Four-bedroom homes

Yoga, weddings… and something a little different – Leah Rottier looks at holiday accommodation with a difference

Clare Pearne’s love of vintage treasures began when she was a little girl, but now she and partner Steve have found the perfect setting for them: a cottage with its very own secret garden