Large historical buildings, typically with religious, military or industrial origins, often convert neatly into a collection of boutique apartments, especially in sunny places! Here’s a pick of some in popular European destinations Own a part of a former monastery in France Bursting with local character and exciting designs, apartments created within the shell [...]
Few European holiday destinations can match Bulgaria for affordable property and low living costs. The country offers every type of location too, from beach and mountain resorts, to rustic villages and vibrant cities, each with homes at prices you’ll find hard to beat. Here’s why 2019 could be a good time buy a Bulgarian home. [...]
Love or loathe the sport, we’re in for an exciting summer of cricket! In August the Ashes series returns to the UK but even before that the 2019 Cricket World Cup kicks off at the end of this month. Many of the countries competing for the Cup, also taking place over here in Blighty, happen [...]
To celebrate the arrival of spring and this month’s Chelsea Flower Show, read our pointers for buying a house in the Med with a garden to enjoy! We’ve picked some properties that might tempt you too… Large villa near Perpignan in France Outdoors lifestyle It’s a given you’ll spend most of your time [...]
More at home near a picturesque, freshwater lake than a busy seaside resort? We’ve picked a couple of lakes in France and Spain, ones that are great for bathing and water sports and where a second home would be especially appealing to nature lovers and outdoorsy people. We’ve also found a property for sale near [...]
In a nod to the recent Grand National and start of racing’s flat season, here are three foreign horse-racing hot spots where hippophiles might fancy their chances finding their perfect property! 4-bed period villa near Deauville’s racecourse Deauville, France Little wonder equestrian sports are hugely popular in France – they have the space [...]
The arrival of spring marks the start of the busy season for golf courses up and down the Spanish Costas. And it’s not only players who’ll be flying out to enjoy a few rounds – savvy house-hunters will be exploring the buying opportunities in Spain’s golf resorts too. Here’s a reminder of why a home [...]
Tune into Channel 4’s new Escape to the Château DIY series, which sees expats get first-hand tips for running or restoring a French château, and you’re sure to feel inspired. If you’re planning to follow a similar dream, perhaps one of these properties – each a château but in differing conditions - has your name [...]
Years of fun-packed holidays are what attracts most Brits to owning a Disney vacation home. Just ask this British couple, who couldn’t be happier after recently bagging their own house in central Florida… The Moffews' villa in Kissimmee Veterans of Orlando and its theme parks, last September David and Susan Moffew got the [...]
Are you more at home soaking up the culture in a picturesque old city than sat by the pool in a purpose-built resort? Then perhaps a pied-à-terre in the historic centre of one of these European cities – each with an airport - could be right up your street… Hip warehouse style pad in [...]