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French Property – Part of Chateau with gite, outbuildings, and land. Le Puy en Velay.
Character house with outbuildings – ‘Seeing is Believing!’ (Part of Old Chateau with remains of part of dungeon and cellars) 250 m2 living space, quiet, in a nature reserve, close to all amenities (shops, schools, colleges 3 km), 15 km / 15 minutes south of Le Puy en Velay. 80 km/1h Saint-Etienne, 120 km/1h30 Lyon […]
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Time is now for French property investors say World First.
The time is ripe for investing in French property, according to World First, leading international exchange dealers, economic watchdog and forecasters. “The summer of 2013 is shaping up to be an opportune moment for international investors in France to finance their purchase with a euro mortgage, according to the mortgage brokers, International Private Finance (IPF).” […]
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The BBC Programme Escape to the Country goes to Europe. By Brian Franklin
The successful BBC programme Escape to the Country is moving over to the continent, so we are told. ‘Escape to the Country goes to Europe’, which will be a spin-off from the popular property series, ‘Escape to the Country’ currently running on the BBC. If you are unfamiliar with the format, the BBC help people, […]
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Living the French Dream arrives in the Roannais!
The first edition of Brian Franklin’s new book, ‘Living the French Dream’, has finally been printed, and delivered to the Roannais ! Now expanded to over 180 pages of images and text, with a personal story of discovery and adventure, along with a history of two amazing property renovations in the heart of the Roannais, […]
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Living the French Dream. A new book by Brian Franklin.
This new book by Brian Franklin provides both a comic and serious insight into discovering ‘real’ France for the first time, and a personal story of creating a family home in the Roannais region of the Rhône-Alpes. ___________________________________________________________________________ Through over 160 pages of full colour images and detailed text ‘Living the French Dream’ leads you […]
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Snails, snails, and more snails in the Roannais by Brian Franklin
Now, I have to say, that being a bit of a Francophile I do have a penchant for French gastronomy. I have for well-over 40 years! In fact, as long as our local, world famous restaurant, Maison Trois Gros in Roanne, has had its 3 Michelin stars!! So, as with many ‘foodies’ I love French […]
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The remarkable city of Saint Etienne.
The remarkable city of Saint Etienne is well worth a visit, and only a 45 minute drive away from the Roannais. Saint Etienne is a city in eastern central France. It is located in the Massif Central, 60 km (37.28 miles) southwest of Lyon in the Rhône-Alpes region, along the trunk road that connects Toulouse with Lyon. […]
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Happy Bastille Day!
On July 14th the French celebrate Bastille Day. This day marks the end of monarchy and the beginning of the French Revolution. Several factors led to the Revolution. France had the largest population in Europe and not nearly enough food to feed it. The wealthy and growing bourgeoisie (the middle-class, merchants and businessmen) were allowed […]
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Raymond Blanc triumphs in Lyon!
Raymond Blanc, in his new BBC TV series, ‘The Hungry Frenchman,” goes back to his French homeland to expound the delights of high quality regional French produce and cuisine. He also excitedly and enthusiastically ‘tests’ his own versions of each regions recipe specialities on friends and family by taking over a popular local restaurant just […]
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Roannais Property Spotlight by Brian Franklin
There is a small, little-known corner of the north western end of the huge Rhône-Alpes region in France which is waiting, somewhat patiently, for discovery and greater attention. This area is called Le Roannais in the département of the Loire. Yes, of course, many tourists and business travellers from the UK and other parts of […]
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Le Cuvage Story: A Dream Home in the Roannais by Brian Franklin
The last chapter about ‘Le Cuvage’, but certainly not the end of the story! At last! The work is over, the spending has slowed down, and the results of all our efforts can be clearly seen and appreciated. In some respects, there is an element of anti-climax about it all. As we neared the final […]
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The Ancient Magic of Château Drée in Burgundy
The Roannais is conveniently situated between several different regions of France – Auvergne, Allier, Saône et Loire, Burgundy, and with very easy access to many others. Just a pleasant countryside drive up the road for 30/40 minutes you are well into Burgundy (Bourgogne). As in all regions of France there are some amazing historical sites […]