Buy Your Dream
Home in France

A RARE COLLECTION OF FULLY RENOVATED
AND BEAUTIFUL PROPERTIES LOCATED
IN THREE OF THE BEST VILLAGES IN FRANCE.
If you are looking for a stress-free way to acquire a fully renovated,
furnished and equipped villa, cottage or apartment in France,
perfectly positioned right in the historic heart of
an exciting World Heritage Class village
then you have truly come to the right place.
Look no further!
THOSE CHEAP PROPERTIES WE ALL HEAR ABOUT WILL
COST JUST AS MUCH IF NOT MORE IN THE END THAN
THE ONES ON THIS SITE, NOT TO MENTION THE 
STRESS INVOLVED IN DOING THEM UP.
It is not fun at all, despite what those TV shows try to portray!

Yes! No renovation nightmares ...
(those TV shows don't tell you the half of it,
and it is much harder these days)

No renovation budget blowout
(so much more common in these times where the renovation
can cost you many times the original purchase price.)

It's all been done for you, to the highest standard, by we two Australians.
Buy your property directly from us, the owners, then occupy it immediately.
Arrange your purchase through a government accredited local notaire, either by personal visit, or remotely using modern secure transactions.
By buying directly from the current owners, you will have
no real estate agent commissions to pay.

Watch the video to see aerial views of our Loire village where we have two high quality properties for sale right now.

Now is the time to buy...
With the worldwide trend of working from home, many are moving from cities to country villages like ours and so the market for
quality properties in our villages is booming.
Our villages are highly sought after, so prices will go up and up.

 Don't put off your dream any longer!

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LIST OF PROPERTIES CURRENTLY  FOR SALE
You are not just buying a house in France.
You are also buying a property that has been
fully renovated, furnished and equipped to the very high standard.
Here are our featured properties currently for sale ...
Dordogne Villa for Sale in France
DORDOGNE VILLA: 
420,000 euros
($487,000 USD; $684,000 AUD)
A lovely half-timbered cottage right in the heart of the best preserved Bastide village in France (built in 1284): Monpazier

3 Queen Bedrooms
1 triple attic bedroom
3 Bathrooms
Living/Dining
Fully equipped kitchen
Air Cond/Central Heating
Easy parking just outside
Fully equipped laundry
Toilet on living level
Quiet street
WALKING TIME TO CENTRAL SQUARE:
1 MINUTE

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Loire Valley Cottage for Sale France
LOIRE VALLEY COTTAGE:
288,000 euros
($334,000 USD; $,469,000 AUD)
A pretty and very comfortable cottage in the village where the Plantagenet Kings of England hail from: Chinon

1 Queen Bedroom
+ Queen sofa bed for visitors
1 Bathroom
Living/Dining
Fully equipped kitchen
Air Cond/Central Heating
Parking garage under house
Fully equipped laundry
Toilet on living level
Small outdoor area
Possibility to add second bedroom and bathroom on the top level
Close to central market square
Quiet street
WALKING TIME TO CENTRAL SQUARE:
2 MINS

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Provence Apartment for Sale France
PROVENCE APARTMENT :
268,000 euros
($310,000 USD; $,436,000 AUD)
A lovely, traditional apartment just a  few steps from the central market square of the best Provençal village in Southern France: Uzès.

1 Queen Bedroom
1 Bathroom /Toilet
Living/Dining
Fully equipped kitchen
Air Cond/Central Heating
Private lock up garage nearby included
Fully equipped laundry
Single level living
Close to central market square
Quiet pedestrianised street
WALKING TIME TO CENTRAL SQUARE:
2 MINS

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Provence Luxury Villa France for Sale
PROVENCE LUXURY VILLA: 
1,880,000 euros
($2,180,000 USD; $3,064,000 AUD)
A truly beautiful and large property right in the heart of the BEST Provençal village in Southern France: Uzès

4 King Bedrooms + Alcove Bedroom
4 Bathrooms
Living/Dining
Fully equipped kitchen
Large Walled Garden and Terrace
Air Cond/Central Heating
Private lock up garage nearby included
Wine Cave (with Roman ruins!)
Fully equipped laundry
Toilet on living level
Quiet pedestrianised street
WALKING TIME TO CENTRAL SQUARE:
2 MINS

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Loire Valley Luxury Villa for Sale France
LOIRE VALLEY LUXURY VILLA:
680,000 euros
($788,000 USD; $1,108,000 AUD)
Some of our guests loved this house and its village more than anywhere else they visited! It's right in the heart of the World Heritage village of Chinon.

3 King Bedrooms  and fourth
bedroom with 3 single beds
3 Bathrooms
Living/Dining
Fully equipped kitchen
Walled Garden and Terrace
Air Cond/Central Heating
Easy parking just outside
Fully equipped laundry
Toilet on living level
Quiet street
WALKING TIME TO CENTRAL SQUARE:
3 MINS

VISIT PROPERTY PAGE >

What makes these properties uniquely different to all others?

With over 28 years of devotion to, passion for, and experience in France,
we have purchased, renovated and equipped these beautiful homes to the pinnacle of perfection.
No "A Year in Provence" style catastrophes to deal with. We've dealt with those already! And how!!
This is your chance to buy a headache-free corner of this wonderful country.

Not houses but HOMES

The difference between a lovely French holiday and a French home you actually use is often decided before you buy. When you buy your own holiday home in France, the romantic image matters - morning baguettes, a shady village square, long lunches and a market basket on the kitchen bench - but the condition of the property, its location and the buying structure matter just as much.
For Australian buyers, a second home in France can be an extraordinary base for European travel and a place to return to over many years. It can also become an expensive, long-distance building project if you underestimate renovation, local regulations or the practicalities of furnishing a house from the other side of the world. We have spent more than 28 years finding, restoring and equipping homes in France, and we believe the best purchase is one that lets you begin living the French life immediately.

The renovation trap from 16,000 kilometres away

Old French homes are irresistible. Their beams, limestone walls, tiled roofs and uneven staircases carry genuine character. But a property requiring "a little work" can mean a great deal more than a fresh coat of paint.
A renovation may involve roof repairs, drainage, insulation, heating and cooling, electrics, plumbing, structural questions, heritage restrictions and planning permissions. There is also the work of finding reliable trades, translating technical conversations, scheduling deliveries and making decisions when you cannot be on site. A television renovation program can make this seem charming. It is far less charming when a contractor is waiting for an answer and you are in Sydney, Melbourne or New York.
Costs can move quickly once walls are opened. So can timelines. Even buyers with the budget and appetite for a project need to accept that the home may not be ready for several seasons. If your purpose is to enjoy France now, rather than manage a construction site from abroad, a fully renovated home is often the wiser choice.
A true turnkey property is more than a renovated shell. It should have a functioning kitchen, quality bathrooms, dependable climate control where appropriate, laundry facilities, lighting, window coverings, furniture, household equipment and outdoor areas ready for use. You should be able to arrive, put your suitcase down and walk to dinner that evening.

Choose a village, not just a house

The most compelling French holiday homes are usually rooted in their surroundings. A beautiful house in an isolated location can be peaceful, but it asks more of you: driving for bread, relying on a car for every meal and facing a quieter experience outside the high season. For some buyers, that privacy is exactly the point. For others, walkability is the luxury they value most.
A heritage village puts daily France close at hand. You can wander to the boulangerie in the morning, pick up cheese at the market, have a glass of local wine without planning a drive home and invite guests to explore independently. It is an easier lifestyle, particularly if you intend to share the home with adult children, friends or visiting family.
Uzès, Chinon and Monpazier illustrate why location deserves as much attention as the home itself. Uzès brings Provençal light, lively markets and a polished village atmosphere. Chinon offers Loire Valley wine country, river landscapes and historic towns within easy reach. Monpazier has the architectural calm and countryside character that make the Dordogne so deeply appealing. Each has its own pace, weather and practical travel routes.
Before deciding, imagine an ordinary Tuesday rather than a perfect August weekend. Where will you buy groceries? Can you walk to coffee? Is there a good restaurant open outside summer? How easy is it to reach from the airport or train station? The answers will tell you more about long-term happiness than a dramatic view alone.

What to look for in a finished French home

When comparing properties, look past the number of bedrooms and the prettiness of the façade. Ask how the house works across the year. Southern France can be fiercely warm in summer, while older stone homes may feel cold and damp in winter without thoughtful renovation. Heating, cooling, insulation and ventilation are not glamorous details, but they shape every stay.
Check the practical layout too. Is there a proper kitchen for entertaining? Are bathrooms convenient for guests? Is there a laundry? What is the parking arrangement, particularly in a historic village? Does the outdoor space feel private and usable? A terrace that catches the afternoon sun and has room for a table can become the most-loved room in the house.
For a holiday home, furnishings should not be an afterthought. Buying furniture, linen, kitchenware and appliances in another country can consume weeks of a short visit. A furnished and equipped property removes that burden, while giving you a finished interior that suits the home rather than a collection of rushed purchases.
At Your Home in France, we present these details clearly because they are the details buyers live with: bedroom and bathroom configuration, outdoor space, climate control, laundry, parking and walking time to the village centre. Video walkthroughs are equally valuable. They give overseas buyers a far more honest sense of proportion, light and flow than photographs alone.

Buying from outside of France without unnecessary uncertainty

France has a well-established property buying process, with an accredited local notaire playing a central role in preparing and overseeing the legal transaction. The notaire is not simply a witness to a signature. Their work includes the formal legal checks, conveyancing process and registration of the sale.
Most buyers begin with an offer, followed by a preliminary sale agreement. There is generally a statutory cooling-off period for the buyer after signing, and the transaction then proceeds through the notaire's enquiries to completion. The exact timetable depends on the property and circumstances, but a remote purchase can be arranged securely when the paperwork, identity checks and funds transfer are handled properly.
Buyers should budget beyond the advertised sale price. Notaire fees and associated purchase costs are a material part of acquiring an existing French property. Currency movements between Australian dollars and euros can also affect the final cost, so it is sensible to obtain specialist financial and tax advice for your own circumstances before committing.
It is also worth separating lifestyle expectations from tax and residency questions. Owning a French home does not itself provide the right to live in France indefinitely. Australians should seek current professional advice on visas, tax residence, inheritance planning and the rules that apply to their planned pattern of stays. Clear advice before purchase is far preferable to assumptions afterwards.

A home should make France easier to enjoy

The best holiday-home purchase is not necessarily the largest house or the oldest building. It is the one that fits the way you want to spend time in France. A couple seeking market mornings and restaurant evenings may be happiest in a central village apartment. A family who gathers for long summer stays may need outdoor dining, several bedrooms and parking.
A buyer who wants privacy may accept a longer drive in return for land and quiet.
There is no single right answer, but there is a useful test: could you arrive next month and enjoy the property without organising builders, furniture deliveries or a dozen unfamiliar suppliers? If the answer is yes, you are not buying a promise of French life.
You are buying the time and freedom to live it.
Choose the village you will be pleased to return to, the standard you will be glad you did not have to create,
and a home that feels ready from the moment you turn the key.

Who are we ?

We are the two Australian owners of 8 cottages and villas in four distinctive regions in France - David Hitchins, based in Melbourne, Australia and Bryan Stark, based mostly in France.
Contact us and we will be glad to talk to you more about your French Property projects.

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