Why Charente Maritime is such a great place to live

Do you dream of living in France, or having a holiday home there? With a wonderfully rich and diverse landscape and culture, there’s a huge choice of places to put down roots, but we really love the department of Charente Maritime and so do the experts at renowned property agency Selection Habitat. Why Charente Maritime […]
Guide to buying property in Aveyron

Located in central southern France, inland from Toulouse and Montpellier, the département of Aveyron can rightly call itself an undiscovered gem, as few foreigners have heard its name. This is a picturesque region of gorges, valleys, mountains and lakes, peppered with historic, riverside towns and quaint, sleepy villages. And if you love beautiful countryside, sunshine and property […]
One stop shop for buying a French property and moving to France

Since its founding in 1992, Agence Hamilton has been dedicated to helping clients find their perfect French property, and under the leadership of Jean-Stéphane Vilain, the company has grown from strength to strength. With a family-oriented and community-focused ethos, Agence Hamilton specialises in luxury estates, chateaux and historic homes with character. Originally established in the […]
Exclusive meeting: eco-natural catering in Aveyron

Nestled in the heart of 19 hectares of woods and meadows, 15 minutes from Figeac, the Granges de Murel property is for sale through Agence Hamilton. This superb estate has benefited from a high-quality restoration imagined and orchestrated by Claudie and Daniel, its owners, for twelve years. Pioneers, they spoke to us about sustainability, ecology, […]
EXCLUSIVE MEETING – ZAFER ACHI

Zafer Achi is comfortably seated in his peacock blue armchair when we meet him. This charismatic entrepreneur born in Damascus, who studied at HEC Paris and MIT – among other prestigious programs – is the instigator of an extraordinary project « Made in Occitanie ». Already well-versed in the workings of entrepreneurship, Zafer Achi has been working […]
France: a country of contrasts, ideal for living and working

FROM THE CHARMING COBBLESTONE STREETS OF PARIS To the quaint villages of Provence, from the vineyards of the Languedoc-Roussillon to the sandy Mediterranean beaches, France is renowned for its charming villages, vibrant cities, and stunning coastal towns. Living here provides an unparalleled opportunity to immerse oneself in the French way of life. A country renowned […]
The French lifestyle : a perfect balance of culture and wellbeing

The French take pleasure in the simple joys of life, with a strong emphasis on leisure, family, and community. From sipping café au lait at a local bistro to strolling along the Seine, from following the Tour de France to windsurfing in the Mediterranean, the French lifestyle encourages a slower pace, allowing individuals to appreciate […]
Why France is the perfect destination for a new life

ARE YOU THINKING OF RELOCATING TO FRANCE? ARE YOU CONTEMPLATING A SHIFT IN YOUR LIFESTYLE? The prospect of living in a foreign country can appear daunting, given the multitude of options available. However, France stands out as the preferred choice for thousands of individuals. BEYOND ITS ALLURE AS A TOURIST HOTSPOT France also offers a […]
Castles in SW France

Ever thought of owning a historic monument in France? You may think that the idea of owning a castle in France is a far-off dream for many homebuyers, however this dream has become a reality for many this year in southwest France and one that is more achievable than you might think. France is fortunate […]
Considering working in real-estate

Working in real estate in France is not as complex as one would expect, that is if you decide to work for an established agency. Setting up your own agency is a very different matter due to the firmly regulated industry whereby one would require the necessary competencies in order to obtain the licence called the “carte […]