Finding Treasure Island, in Charente
A 1,421 sq ft house at the heart of the village of La Couarde, on the Ile de Ré. White walls. A sunny garden. A shaded terrace... Take a piece of chalk ...Living your epic life, in Brittany
If you grew up with tales of privateers braving the winds and the elements to fill the bulging holds of proud ships with spices and make the fortunes of ...One day, my prince will come... to Burgundy
This 18th and 19th century round-towered château in Autun is straight out of a fairytale, with the promise of the ultimate in enchantment within its 8,611 sq ft. Complete with forest imps welcoming ...Buy at auction on a dream estate in Marbella
Located in the hills surrounding Marbella (Spain), La Zagaleta is considered one of the most exclusive private estates in Europe. Indeed, simply gaining access to it is a rare privilege, ...Back to school, in Normandy
If you listen carefully, you can hear the history seeping through the walls of this 7,535 sq ft villa as it recounts the dark hours of the war, when Eisenhower set up ...A complete change of pace, in Italy
If you own a primary residence and dream of a second home, somewhere dazzling with sunlight, then this 2,153 sq ft villa just a stone’s throw from Porto Cervo is just the ...Going underground, in Corsica
While most of your contemporaries head to Corsica to enjoy its beautiful beaches, you prefer the island’s maquis and its spectacular atmosphere. This 3,488 sq ft villa, built in 2015, boasts panoramic ...They say... in Switzerland
If you don't have a Swiss chalet by the time you reach 50, then you have clearly failed in your life. Duly noted.Lyon in all its glory
Foodies the world over worship Lyon and its art de vivre. The capital of the Gauls certainly has a lot to offer, starting with its historical neighbourhoods, which are listed ...Villa Medici, in Provence
Your decision is made, it’s time to launch the project you’ve had in mind all these years. And this 6,846 sq ft property is the ideal site for the artist’s retreat you ...Gatsby in Portugal
Revive the spirit of the 1920s in this 3,939 sq ft property nestled at the heart of a 4-acre garden planted with age-old trees. The ideal venue for sumptuous parties, even themed ...Eye candy, in Marseille
The view! We’re talking about the view, of course! Perched on Marseille’s coast road, this 19th century private mansion spans 8,075 sq ft at the heart of a 0.56-acre garden in the centre ...Lingering light, in Lyon
Happiness is this property on the outskirts of Lyon, with its two houses set on over an acre of grounds. The orangery-style windows in the dining room, conservatory-style windows in the ...Spain: the remarkable return of a market hard hit by the epidemic
The Spanish property market is usually buoyed by international clients, so hit a rough patch recently, but we can already sense that the situation won't last forever. Travel restrictions have ...The best of the city and the countryside! In Corsica
You’ve always dreamed of a villa on the Island of Beauty, but you don't want to give up the city entirely. Well this 3,595 sq ft villa has everything you could ask ...Spin turns, in Hungary
Own a piece of Europe’s second longest river, and dance to the sound of one of the greatest waltzes... You won't be short on space to twirl in the 6,458 sq ft. ...Period charm, in Lille
This 4,305 sq ft manor house in the Vauban neighbourhood is the epitome of 19th century construction. No cut stone here, in its place is that oh-so recognisable red brick. The interior has ...Delve into History, in Greece
You’ve been studying Greek history for many years, and are now an eminent specialist in the construction techniques of the Acropolis. What’s more, you were recently hired to oversee the ...Garden forks at the ready, in the Basque Country
This is it. This 37-acre property is where you will create your new roses. The ten bedrooms of the 7,535 sq ft 18th century château are ideal for accommodating your somewhat invasive family ...A loft with an Eiffel to its name
Who would have thought 10 years ago that BARNES would be listing properties in Paris’ 20th arrondissement for sale? O tempora o mores, the Right Bank is seeing a profound ...That’s right, it’s in Garches
It’s a reply you’ll be giving often when showing off photos of your log home. It’s true that it has somewhat of a trapper feel to it, but that doesn't ...Sight restored, in Sainte-Maxime
You’ve never experienced what it’s like to be blind, and yet you felt as if you were seeing for the first time when you discovered this 3,552 sq ft house ...Livingstone, Monfreid, Savorgnan de Brazza, Burton and Co., in Normandy
When you were young, you used to draw the house of your dreams. It turns out it was an exact sketch of this manor. A tower with a pitched roof ...In Yvelines, drive them wild...
with envy! This 1,916 sq ft private mansion in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, languishing in the shadow of the château, is certainly a rare find and sure to earn you more than a ...Past and future, in Budapest
You’re studying Austrian-Hungarian History for your thesis which requires access to the archives in Budapest. So you needed a pied-à-terre to work from. This 818 sq ft loft is the ...
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