A lesson in history, in Bordeaux
Let’s be clear, the gossip column wasn’t particularly thrilling in 1840. In terms of the Who's Who, the Duke of Nemours wedded the Princess of Saxe-Cobourg-Kohary on 7 April. Sugar Duties ...All grist to the mill, in Sologne
You’re an Aquarius with Pisces rising, so it’s safe to say that water is your element. So it’s not surprising that you’ve always thought that a river would add a ...On your own terms, in Ré
We often think of a house in the countryside or on the seafront when we talk about second homes. The common factor is always the garden. But personally you hate ...A votre échelle, en Auvergne
A worthy match, in Auvergne You’ve finally found a home that measures up to your ambitions near Vichy. A 19th century château with over 22 acres of parkland, a lake spanning almost ...A second chance, in Brittany
If you’re weren't won over by the island in Quebec featured last week (we’re not here to judge), here’s another chance to own your own piece of land. This island ...Going sober, in Italy
Behind the sober façade lies a rich and sumptuous interior. Not for those with a penchant for bling-bling, given that this 26,910 sq ft villa (or should we say small palace at ...The spitting image of you, in Belgium
Like you, this 11,840 sq ft house was born in 1964. Like you, its home town is Brussels. And needless to say, it’s elegant like you. We’ll leave the comparisons there, as it ...An island on a lake, in Canada
It seems too good to be true, yet it is. We’ve found a desert island for you. Just one slight detail that should be clarified: it’s in Quebec. There may ...An Art Nouveau manifesto in Le Vésinet
Stepping into this house is like travelling back in time, to the early days of Art Nouveau. BARNES Yvelines is exclusively handling the sale of this villa, which features in ...Close your eyes, in Portugal
It may feel like a house in the country, but it’s actually on the hilltops of Lisbon that you’ll find this 10,688 sq ft house with great potential. Not to mention the ...Proximity, in Greece
It’s simple: for some it’s all about height to take in the spectacular views, but for you it’s hearing the sound of the waves from your living room. You’re even ...The joys of renting, in Paris
What you want is change, something new. You recently sold the apartment you inherited from your parents. It’s time to turn the page. So while you’re deciding what you really ...Meant to be, in the Basque Country
Your parents always said you were contrary, but you prefer to think of yourself as non-conformist. So when you stumbled upon this ultra-contemporary villa at the heart of a region ...Full gallop, in Oise
It may look like a Norman manor, the kind you’d find in Deauville, but there’s more to this equestrian property than meets the eye! Near L’Isle-Adam, it’s actually closer to ...An iconic villa on Lake Como
You’ve never actually been, but you feel like you know it already. That’s no surprise, given that Villa Balbiano is the archetype of classic Italian architecture. Follow us for a ...Seasonal rentals – The charms of the Normandy coast
Deauville may have been THE hip seaside resort in the late 19th century, but the past year has proven that it has lost none of its charisma and appeal. A ...Putting down roots, in Beaujolais
It’s where your family’s from, it’s tradition. Your great-grandfather, or his father before him. It’s become a bit muddled over the years, but Beaujolais is your native land. Was it ...No regrets, in Paris
What a shame, it’s already sold! Someone else got to this townhouse at the heart of the capital’s 5th arrondissement ahead of you. With its 3,640 sq ft and its 915 sq ft guest ...Mistaken identity, in Lyon
Located in Saint-Didier-au-Mont-d'Or, this 1835... sq.m house was not in fact built in the 19th century. It’s true that the omission of the comma in 1,835 could lead to confusion! Rest ...Maybe the answer is in Greece?
You haven't felt at home for some time... What you need is somewhere that suits your character. Well you might just have found it! Light and history come together as ...You just can't help yourself, in St. Barts
You’ve tried living simply, but you just can't help it, you’re made for the life of luxury. Some things you can't change! So this sumptuous villa on the hilltops of ...A scene from One Thousand and One Nights, in Morocco
You may be putting on a role, but there’s no need for special effects when it comes to this riad at the heart of the medina. With its 12 bedrooms ...The best of the French Riviera in Mougins
Words alone cannot describe the splendour of this property on the hilltops of Cannes. The embodiment of magnificence. Starting with its 12,900 sq ft of living space, its 14 bedrooms, the vast ...Seasonal rentals - Inside Megève’s cosiest chalets
Elegant and discreet, Megève takes first prize when it comes to Savoyard living. Designer boutiques, Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotels abound here, but the soul of the resort lies in ...Shock to the heart, in Spain
Your heart stopped beating in Madrid, close to El Retiro park. Well, figuratively speaking anyway. Actually the 2,712 sq ft of surface area opposite Los Jeronimos church set it racing. So did ...
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