Buying in France
Bienvenue: your French property journey
Picture yourself in a stone farmhouse in Provence, lavender fields stretching to the horizon. Or a ski chalet in the Alps, morning coffee on the balcony overlooking snow-capped peaks. This is the French dream — and it's closer than you think.
- Up to ~80%
- Max LTV (non-resident)
- 20–30%
- Typical deposit
- ~7–8%
- Extra costs
- ~6–10 weeks
- Timeline
Why France? Why Now?
France isn't just our nearest continental neighbor—it's the country that British buyers have loved for generations. The lifestyle, the culture, the food, the wine. It's timeless.
From Brittany coastlines to Dordogne villages, French Alps to Côte d'Azur glamour, France offers extraordinary diversity. And with excellent transport links, your French property can be a weekend retreat, a holiday home, or your permanent escape.
Brexit changed visa rules, not property ownership. UK buyers can still purchase French property freely. The process is well-established, the legal system is robust, and we've been guiding UK buyers through this journey for over a decade.
Three Dreams, One Destination
The Rural Escape
“A stone farmhouse where life slows down.”
Dordogne, Lot, Languedoc. Authentic villages, local markets, vineyards at your doorstep. This is the France of your imagination—and it's surprisingly affordable.
The Ski Chalet Dream
“Winter skiing, summer hiking, year-round investment.”
Les Gets, Morzine, Chamonix. World-class resorts, strong rental demand, and a property that works for you when you're not using it.
The Coastal Lifestyle
"Brittany's charm or the Riviera's glamour."
From rugged Atlantic coastlines to Mediterranean sophistication. Beaches, sailing, fresh seafood, and that unmistakable French elegance.
Where UK Buyers Choose France
From coastal charm to mountain majesty, France offers extraordinary diversity for every dream.
Provence & Côte d'Azur
Nice • Cannes • Aix-en-Provence • Luberon
Lavender fields, hilltop villages, Mediterranean coastline. This is the France of postcards—warm climate, exceptional cuisine, and timeless beauty.
French Alps
Chamonix • Megève • Morzine • Les Gets
World-class skiing, summer hiking, strong rental markets. Alpine properties combine lifestyle with genuine investment potential.
Dordogne & Southwest
Périgueux • Sarlat • Bergerac • Lot
Authentic rural France. Stone farmhouses, medieval villages, exceptional food and wine. Affordable properties with character and charm.
Brittany & Atlantic Coast
Dinard • Saint-Malo • La Rochelle • Vendée
Closest to the UK, easiest access. Dramatic coastlines, fresh seafood, maritime charm, and a lifestyle that feels familiar yet distinctly French.
How We Guide Your French Property Journey
Since 2012, we've been helping UK buyers turn French dreams into reality. Not as salespeople—as partners who understand both markets deeply.
FCA Protection You Can Trust
We're fully authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Your security isn't negotiable—it's guaranteed.
13+ Years of Expertise
We've guided UK buyers through market booms, Brexit, and everything between. We know what works.
Access to French Lenders
We work with the entire French lending market to find mortgages that match your situation and goals.
English-Speaking Support
French bureaucracy simplified. We translate everything—literally and figuratively—so you always know what's happening.
At a glance
The essentials
French Mortgage Questions
Start Your French Property Journey
Every year, UK buyers make this decision. Some are enjoying their morning coffee in a French farmhouse right now, wondering why they waited so long.
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