Expat Living and Real Estate

Expat Living in Provence it sounds like a dream. Right? Read articles by our team of contributors who live and work in the region. Learn about network groups and resources for expats. Are you considering purchasing a house in the region? Read about buying real estate in Provence and the things you should consider. What about the language? Are you a French speaker? Does it matter? Discover what expats have to say about learning French and language lessons and lessons in language.

Buying Property in France: Listing Agents One is not Enough

May 22, 2018

Understanding Real Estate Agents in France When looking to buy a property in France – especially if you’re not fluent in French – it can be tempting to register with one anglophone estate agent and hope for the best. For many house hunters, the search in France starts like that. They spot a beautiful property …

Provence Living Founder Shares the Resources you need for Life in the South of France

May 21, 2018

From the bright lights of one of the world’s biggest cities to a rural village in the South of France, Susana Iwase Hanson has plenty of experience with relocations. Tri-lingual (English, French and Japanese) and armed with diplomas in linguistics, and international business and marketing, she launched Provence Living in 2012. Susana encountered a lack …

Expat Living and Real Estate · Julie Whitmarsh · Living in Provence

Expat Living with Pets It’s a dog’s life in Provence

May 14, 2018

Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: It’s now nearly 4 months since Millie, our Golden Retriever, arrived for her first visit to France and I think it’s fair to say she has settled in very quickly and already considers Provence as home. I admit that it didn’t start too well, with the first few days …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence

Provencal Lifestyle Discovery with Author Georgeanne Brennon

May 4, 2018

Books for Food Lovers Georgeanne Brennan’s CV of accomplishments in culinary and literary circles is awe-inspiring. This talented lady has written and co-authored over 30 books. She won the prestigious James Beard Award (Best International Cookbook) in 1998 for The Food and Flavors of Haute Provence. Her articles have appeared in a long list of …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence

Reasons to Choose the Cote d’Azur Lifestyle by Chiara Orlandi

May 1, 2018

Italian by birth, Chiara Orlandi moved from the heart of the country, near Umbria’s capital Perugia, to the somewhat rainy, northern city of Edinburgh, in Scotland. According to Chiara, “I’ve always had a passion for travelling, learning new languages and experiencing different cultures.” While in Scotland, she worked with the local tourism group for four …

Barefoot Blogger · Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence

Getting Your French Expat Visa With Some Help

April 11, 2018

When you have an appointment at the prefecture to renew your French expat visa, you’d better show up. Rain, shine … or flu! Today was the day to update my 12-month French expat visa — or carte de séjour. The event seems to come around much faster each year. I could swear I just picked …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Expat Living and Real Estate · Living in Provence

Dreams of Expat Living in Provence Became Reality For Vaucluse Dreamer

March 30, 2018

Sometimes you wake up suddenly from a dream only for it to disappear from grasp, but in other cases, that vision becomes clearer with time. What if your dream was to live in Provence? Over 25 years ago, Julie Whitmarsh and her husband Andy visited the Vaucluse for the first time and fell in love …

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Holiday Cottages Near Toulon

Near Toulon and its Mediterranean beaches, Villa Bernice has 3 cottages available for holiday rentals. There is an apartment with two bedrooms suitable for 4 people and two studios for 2 persons.

Var
One Bedroom
Two Bedrooms

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2-Bedroom Penthouse in Villefranche-sur-Mer

Extremely private, the Waterfront Penthouse 2-bedroom, 2-bath holiday rental with a panoramic view is a very romantic place.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
Two Bedrooms

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French Riviera 2-Bedroom Holiday Apartment

Chez Nous is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom penthouse apartment on a quiet pedestrian street known as Villefranche-sur-Mer's garden street.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
Two Bedrooms

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Lourmarin Self-Catered Rental Apartments

Les Olivettes, once a Provencal farmhouse in the Luberon, has 4 spacious rental apartments only a 4-minute walk from the centre of Lourmarin.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

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Le Clos du Buis Hotel in Bonnieux

Le Clos du Buis welcomes guests to a family-run 10 room hotel in the heart of Bonnieux in the Luberon Valley. Tasteful Provencal décor combined with modern comforts.

Luberon
Vaucluse
Boutique Hotels

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Glass Pitcher for your Table

Fill this pitcher with water, lemonade or your favourite cocktail, and it will brighten your table. Made in France by a long-standing glass manufacturer, the bee pattern is a nod to Emperor Napoleon.

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Extra Virgin Olive Oil from the Alpilles in Provence

Château d’Estoublon located near Fontvieille produces an exceptional olive oil from olives grown on the estate in the Alpilles. Harvested and produced on the property, this premium olive oil showcases Mediterranean terroir, making it a must-have for any kitchen. Available in 4 flavours.

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Natural Rosé-scented Soap from Provence

Rose et Marius soaps are made with 97% natural ingredients (palm oil free). Formulated with poppy and olive oil from Provence and infused with a concentration of an exclusive fragrance that smells like rosé in the summer.

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Small Cotton Pouch

Perfect for makeup, organizing your purse or storing precious items. This sleek 100% cotton pouch from L'AUGUSTE Provence is convenient for carrying your essentials. Fits easily into one of our matching cotton tote bags or can be used on its own.

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Fall Recipes and Menu Collection

Featuring 25 recipes from the South of France for cooler fall weather along with menu suggestions, all designed to make your cooking experience enjoyable. These multi-course menus are a celebration of Provence and its seasonal ingredients. We encourage you to try these dishes, create your own menus, and enjoy your culinary creations this autumn.

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Ceramic Baskets Made in France

Maison Pichon is an artisanal French ceramics manufacturer since 1802. Available in three (3) colours, these elegant oval-shaped, ceramic baskets are perfect for fruit, vegetables, or anything else. Handcrafted in Uzès by Maison Pichon these ceramic baskets with a braided design and tiny flowers are sold individually.

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Large White Cotton Market Bag

Produced by Tampico these bags are made in southern France. My French Country Home chose this bag made from pure cotton with round handles stitched in genuine leather. It is a tote is perfectly suited for your shopping or alternatively as a weekend getaway bag. Dimensions: 63 x 29 x 30 cm (24.8×11.4×11.8″)

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Balsamic Vinegar from Chateau d’Estoublon in Provence

Chosen by My French Country Home at Château d'Estoublon in Provence’s Alpilles, this tasty balsamic vinegar is made from cooked grape juice and red wine vinegar. This balsamic is a good mix of sweet and sour flavours. Aged for at least 60 days in oak barrels, it develops a smooth texture. Great for salads, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, and seafood. Enhance your cooking with Estoublon balsamic vinegar.

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Garden Kit a Gift for the Gardener

My French Country Home has created a limited edition collection for those who love gardening. The kit includes a gardening bag, 2 notebooks, hand cream, a candle and an antique flower frog. All the items are sourced in France.

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Expat Living and Real Estate

Buying Property in France: Listing Agents One is not Enough

Provence Living Founder Shares the Resources you need for Life in the South of France

Expat Living with Pets It’s a dog’s life in Provence

Provencal Lifestyle Discovery with Author Georgeanne Brennon

Reasons to Choose the Cote d’Azur Lifestyle by Chiara Orlandi

Getting Your French Expat Visa With Some Help

Dreams of Expat Living in Provence Became Reality For Vaucluse Dreamer

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