Pure France's visitors to Le Cube often choose the property because of its unique design in such an extraordinary location. Once inside, though, their attention shifts to the owner’s collection of contemporary art. The downstairs bedrooms feature original paintings by James Hull – an artist who, though heavily influenced by the St Ives school in the UK also worked in France toward the end of his life.
The history of Château Cheverny begins with its first owner, Henry Le Mareschau in 1315. The de Vibraye family today the current owners of the château, attractions many thousands of visitors each year who admire its magnificent interiors with its collections of furniture and tapestries and many famous painting on display.
A traditional wine-maker's house for sale in Languedoc / Occitanie. Brand new to the market (April 2021), the renovated home offers spacious living accommodation, large south-facing terrace and courtyard garden with large swimming pool. Excellent investment opportunity with long track record of holiday rental revenue.
A typical historic village that traverses time. With its medieval streets, its red marble quarries, its AOC wine and outdoor activities. In a calm and tranquil location, a few minutes from the City of Carcassonne. Enjoy the heart of the village or the hikes in the surrounding countryside.
Driving around the French countryside, you'll often see these charming quirks of architecture; pigeonnier towers. Different shapes, different sizes, different designs - each one unique. What are they ? Where did they originate from ? And two beautifully restored pigeonnier towers that you can stay in.
Our guide to Charente's capital. Perched on a rocky spur overlooking the river Charente and urban sprawl, here are the highlights of Angoulême. The Charente’s capital is Angoulême which is perched on a rocky spur overlooking its wide domain of the River Charente and urban sprawl.
Take a trip to the lovely Charente countryside. Inside information on what to see in rural Charente in South-West France. From the river to pretty villages and historical Roman sites. People who adore the Charente, love its honey coloured stone, its terracotta roof tiles, its warm micro-climate but also it's laid back sleepy vibe, reminiscent of the languid river that gives its name.
Take an afternoon stroll across Narbonne's saltwater lagoons. A change from the beach, this offers a completely different landscape and is great for wildlife lovers and those wanting to get away from the crowds of the beaches. Just 7km outside the city of Narbonne in the Languedoc-Roussillon region, the village of Bages offers an interesting alternative to a visit to the local beach.
The Moulin de Souquet is an original mill close to the small rivier called La Barguelonne, dates back to the 18th century and fully refurbished in 2016. This sunny house is 4km from the centre of Castelnau-Montratier, historical village famous for his small streets and the Sunday Market on the beautiful market place.
"Everything we see or seem is just a dream within a dream." Taken from a poem by Edgar Allan Poe, Jacques Monory, a pioneer painter of Narrative Figuration, reveals a painful moment in his private life through this painting. The blue filter is present.
Long live Easter and its chocolates. A quick tour of the best chocolate makers in France with original Easter chocolates. Edwin Yasané, Jean Pierre Rodrigues, Cédric Grolet and Patrick Roger. Discover these great chocolate chefs of France as well as their exceptional chocolates.
Brantôme, known as the Venice of the Périgord sits upon the lovely River Dronne and is a delight to visit, with its famous Benedictine Abbey dating back to the 11th century. Take a stroll along the beautiful balustraded river banks and then choose your evening meal at one of the many excellent restaurants.
Restaurants located right on the sand have been springing up along the Languedoc, Occitaine coast. Dine with your toes in the sand and fabulous sea view at one of the Languedoc's beach restaurants. There is something wonderful about dining with your feet in the warm sand and looking out to sea.
19th century wine-maker's house for sale situated in a small village amongst the Faugères vineyards. 180 square metres of living space with large garage, wine press and original cuves. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. 1,000 square metres of garden plus large barn and dining terraces.
Here's a recipe for an Easter tradition the whole family can enjoy making together. The Bougnette is a Catalan speciality - a type of sweet doughnut using simple ingredients that is quick and easy to make. Wishing everyone a happy Easter and Bon Appetit !
Sample the regions best fresh shellfish in the heart of Béziers. You may pass this kiosk buy thinking it is just selling shellfish to take home, but wait! If you dine at the restaurant directly opposite you can have lunch direct from the kiosk. Serving local oysters, fresh crab, mussels and prawns, this is a shellfish lovers paradise.
Get up-close to 3,800 animals, set over 300 hectares at Sigean Zoo (Réserve Africaine de Sigean) in Languedoc-Roussillon, Occitaine. Located in the south of France, between Narbonne and Perpignan, on the Mediterranean coast and along salt-lakes lining the Languedoc coast, the Zoo hosts was created by Paul de La Panouse and Daniel de Monfreid and opened to the public on the 8th April 1974.
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté is a region in Eastern France created by the 2014 territorial reform of French regions, from a merger of Burgundy and Franche-Comté. A region of France with villages of character and nature walks galore. It is also a region renowned for its wine estates. Here's a fabulous manor house in the region for holiday rental with Pure France. Ideal for family or group vacations.
With so many beautiful properties to choose from - grand maisons, châteaux, fermieres, mas, granges or converted pigeonnieres, and in so many beautiful locations. Hilltop villages, gladed hamlets, fortified towns or rural idylls - surely it would be easy to find that quintessential French dream, right? Wrong!
Come and be part of the 89th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans which takes place between the 21st and 22nd August 2021, at the Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans, France. The 24 Hours of Le Mans race is one of the oldest in the world, with the first annual race beginning in 1923. Its famously titled as the 'Grand Prix of Endurance and Efficiency'.
Discovered in 1951, the Canalettes caves near the medieval village of Corneilla-de-Conflent in the Pyrénées-Orientales, opened to the public in 1954. Visitors today can explore the Grandes Canalettes cave along with its galleries. Experience 2D and 3D video projection shows combined with sound and light that will take you back in time to the 'Big Bang'.
The Gorges du Verdon is a famous canyon with translucent waters in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region of France. The Verdon river has dug itself into the limestone mass and in places to a depth of more than 700 meters. Rent a canoe, drift on the Verdon and discover its past.
Here's a fun and unique idea for your wedding, birthday or any other party celebration. Rent a photo booth ! The Photomaton is original and so much fun, and was featured in the film 'Amélie Poulain'. Create instant memories with your very own photo booth.
Visit the oyster shacks in Leucate on the Languedoc coast. The coast of the Languedoc-Roussillon, Occitanie is known for it's quality oysters, harvested in the local saltwater lagoons. A unique and authentic experience, visit the Leucate oyster shacks, open every day, all year round.
Every year since 1981, the sound of music has been heard annually playing out loud throughout France, originally commissioned by Jack Lang, the French Minister of Culture. Since then over 120 countries worldwide take part in the 1 day event each year in June.
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