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The beautiful region of Aquitaine lies to the southwest of France, bordering the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the Pyrenees Mountains to the south, along the border with Spain. Aquitaine property can be found throughout this diverse and historic region, in each of the constituent departments of Dordogne, Lot et Garonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Landes and Gironde.

Aquitaine was once a kingdom in its own right after Charlemagne proclaimed his own son, Louis, King of Aquitaine in 781. Perhaps its most important historic character, the headstrong and determined Eleanor of Aquitaine, saw the kingdom pass first to French rule with her marriage to Louis VII, and then to English rule with the annulment of her first marriage and subsequent wedding to Henry II in 1154, making Eleanor of Aquitaine one of Europe’s most powerful women, and mother to the famous Richard the Lionheart, and equally infamous ‘Bad King John’. Wines from the southwest of France were shipped from the Atlantic ports of Bordeaux and Biarritz, amongst others, to the English court and nobility, leading to vast wealth in the region while under English rule, as it remained until the end of the Hundred Years War in 1453 when it was annexed by France. This 300 year association with England has not been altogether left in the annals of history, with Aquitaine property still being popular with second-home buyers from the UK, especially in the Dordogne.

Aquitaine property in the Dordogne can be found in the characteristic rural landscapes of the area, with gently rolling hills and valleys covered with sun-drenched vineyards. The Dordogne is one of the earliest known centres of habitation in Europe, and many prehistoric sites can be found, especially around the area of Lascaux, which boasts stunning caves, which are a UNESCO world heritage site, and Les Eyzies. Dordogne roughly equates to the ancient county of Le Périgord, and is dotted with small villages, ancient castles and manor houses. Aquitaine property in the Dordogne offers a tranquil and rural way of life, and often Aquitaine property for sale here are farmhouses with vineyards or older, character filled chateaux with panoramic rural views. Dordogne is perhaps best known within France for its gastronomic delights, and any Aquitaine property in this department is likely to be in close proximity to delightful restaurants selling the local specialities of truffles, walnuts or foie-gras.

Next to Dordogne, but also bordering the Atlantic Ocean is the department of Gironde with its capital, synonymous with wine-production, Bordeaux. Gironde consists of low lying land along the Gironde estuary, where the mouths of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers merge. Most of this department is devoted to, and famed for, its wine production, including the area of Médoc, perhaps the most prestigious of the wine-producing areas. Almost any Aquitaine property in Gironde is likely to be nestled between several vineyards and any wine lover could spend a (delightful!) eternity touring around the local vineyards and sampling the local wines. Aquitaine property in the city of Bordeaux itself is found in a beautiful city, where the town’s wealth can be seen in the stunning architecture of the buildings, such as the unique 18th century theatre. On the coast, the resort of Arcachon is a popular place for keen yachtsmen to buy Aquitaine property, due to its sheltered anchorage and proximity to the Dune du Pilat, the highest sand dune in Europe. Often Aquitaine property located in this department has breathtaking sea views, and the Côte d'Argent beach is Europe’s longest and attracts many surfers to Lacanau every year.

Lot-et-Garonne’s landscapes are remarkably similar to those of Dordogne, with gently rolling hills, vineyards and woodland, yet with riverside Aquitaine property on the banks of the Lot and Garonne rivers that give the department its name. Aquitaine property can be found in this department to suit most tastes, combining picturesque old manor houses set within large estates, rural farmhouses with land and equestrian facilities, riverside Aquitaine property or characterful village houses with countryside views.

Aquitaine property in Landes is often found in or near the beautiful forests that cover this department. Les Landes is the most heavily forested area in Europe, with the vast pine forests interspersed with areas of wild heathland and farmland. Aquitaine property in Landes is therefore popular with nature lovers, hikers and lovers of all kinds of outdoor sports. Even today, Landes is one of the most sparsely populated areas of France, with the main industry of the area being timber. The Atlantic coastline is almost a solid and unbroken stretch of sandy beach and a continuation of the Côte d'Argent beach, yet much of it remains wholly unspoilt and undeveloped. All this means that is possible to find some absolute gems of Aquitaine property in Landes. Almost ¼ of dwellings in the department are second homes, further emphasising the beautiful natural and unspoilt atmosphere of this amazing department.

Finally the department of Pyrénées-Atlantiques shares borders with both the Atlantic Ocean and Spain. The department is essentially composed of the former province of Bearn and the Basque country, and has a unique culture with a strong Spanish influence. The Pyrénées-Atlantiques offers perhaps the most diverse choice of Aquitaine property, from coastal views and beaches around St Jean de Luz and Biarritz, to mountain views of the Pyrenees, and skiing on the high slopes. Aquitaine property in this department has perhaps the best climate in France, and even the foothills of the Pyrenees are lush and verdant year-round due to the warm climate and adequate rainfall caused by the high peaks nearby. At higher altitudes this falls as winter snow, providing some of the best skiing in France. The capital, Pau, is known for its elegant Aquitaine property and architecture, and was a popular thermal resort in the 19th century, especially for the British. Lac Gentau, and the area surrounding the lake is also a popular choice in which to buy Aquitaine property.

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.

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5 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Saint Emilion, Aquitaine

Superb wine producing estate, set within over 20 hectares of land. Living accommodation is within a charming, fully renovated 19th Century castle with an indoor swimming pool and surrounded by a l......

31,500,000 EURREF: 176088

30 bedroom Castle for sale, Dordogne, Aquitaine

Unique and superb French castle of the XIIe and XVe centuries, classified an historic monument. Surrounded by 198 hectares of grounds, it has been renovated carefully during the last 10 years and i......

21,000,000 EURREF: 239682

Elegant 6 bedroom chateau, with an additional 3 gites, situated in a quiet setting in Sainte Foy la Grande, within a large 300,000m2 plot with stunning views overlooking the Dordogne valley. This ......

9,540,000 EURREF: 246681

Beachfront 8 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Les Portes en Re, Poitou-Charentes

Absolutely exceptional 8 bedroom luxuriously renovated villa with outbuildings, nestling in over half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with lap pool while enjoying breathtaking sea views fro......

5,775,000 EURREF: 243192

Wonderful opportunity to acquire an absolutely outstanding historical French Chateau with 2 apartments and indoor pool, nestling in 13 hectares of glorious land with gardens, a lake, helipad and ou......

5,250,000 EURREF: 246704

Excellent 5 bedroom property on the heights above the magnificent oyster farming village of Lege Cap Ferret with incredible views of the Bay of Arcachon. Situated at the top of the dune, this 195......

5,250,000 EURREF: 247862

Great opportunity to purchase a wine estate located in a quiet setting in the Cognac area, with a total of 54.9 hectares of vines, which includ 2.57 hectares of Grande Champagne vines, around 24 he......

5,211,897 EURREF: 247557

Superb 12 bedroom house, which was built in the early 19th Century, with a generous living area of 570m2 and 647m2 of usable space. Completely restored with meticulous attention to detail, this to......

5,000,000 EURREF: 247722

Income Producing 10 bedroom Chateau for sale in Bergerac, Aquitaine

Absolutely exceptional 10 bedroom, 17th century French Chateau with cottage and 3 gites, nestling in 33 hectares of glorious gardens with pool and vineyards, while enjoying far reaching countryside......

4,240,000 EURREF: 243331

Superb 6 bedroom apartment, which is set within an attractive Arcachon house, situated on the front line of the Bassin d'Arcachon and with breathtaking views of the sparkling waters. Ideally locat......

4,095,000 EURREF: 247908

Renovated 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Meilhan sur Garonne, Aquitaine

Outstanding beautifully renovated 3 storey, 8 bedroom Napoleon III style Chateau with 2 gites, 3 swimming pools and stables, nestling in 74 hectares of glorious land while enjoying far reaching cou......

3,995,000 EURREF: 240652

Vineyard estate, with a 2 bedroom residence that needs to be refurbished, plus various fully modernised farm buildings, approximately 6.5 hectares of vines in the AOC Saint-Emilion Grand Cru appell......

3,950,000 EURREF: 248269

Renovated 25 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Perigueux, Aquitaine

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautifully renovated hamlet of 7 houses nestling in 173 acres of glorious land with mature gardens and 2 pools, a gym, wellness area and indoor pool, enjoying far r......

3,937,000 EURREF: 241445

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautiful 35 bedroom former hotel nestling in 6 hectares of glorious land with gardens, lake, woodland and swimming pool, ideally located by the river in the heart ......

3,900,000 EURREF: 246027

Beautiful vineyard estate with impressive chateau, overlooking the river with panoramic terrace and making a great income generating opportunity. This exciting prospect features approximately 35 ......

3,600,000 EURREF: 247834

Exclusive 15 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view and panoramic view views in St Barthelemy de Bussiere, Aquitaine

Superb 15 bedroom estate, which was at its most important in the 19th Century as a summer residence of distinguished lords from Limoges, situated in a quiet setting in St Barthelemy de Bussiere. ......

3,150,000 EURREF: 245326

Stunning 4 bedroom architect-designed villa, which is ideally located right in the heart of the Moulleau district, just a stone's throw from the beach in a privileged haven within the Arcachon Bay.......

3,065,000 EURREF: 247369

Grand and beautifully maintained, this historic, extraordinary and authentic estate features a main Chateau, Chateau for entertaining, along with several outbuildings and additional accommodation. ......

2,950,000 EURREF: 248094

Sumptous, elegant 3 storey, 14 bedroom French Chateau with three gites, nestling in over 12 hectares of glorious land with mature gardens, woods, orchard and lake, enjoying countryside views from i......

2,940,000 EURREF: 246715

Wonderful opportunity to acquire a beautiful 4 bedroom luxury villa with indoor pool, nestling in 40 hectares of glorious land with fishing lake and two, 2 bedroom gites, ideally located in a peace......

2,940,000 EURREF: 246483

Modern 5 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Pyla sur Mer, Arcachon, Aquitaine

Modern, bright and spacious 5 bedroom villa, with 290m2 of living space that has been completely renovated inside and extended and ideally located just a few minutes from the Pyla beaches and resta......

2,900,000 EURREF: 245675

Character 6 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Montignac, Aquitaine

Full of character and charm and beautifully presented, this spacious 6 bedroom chateau, with a spacious total built area of 563m2, is ideally situated in a quiet setting in Montignac, and is set wi......

2,850,000 EURREF: 244986

Renovated 11 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Casteljaloux, Aquitaine

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautifully renovated historical French Chateau with separate apartment and Chapel, surrounded by 56 acres of glorious land and gardens with pool, while enjoying far......

2,760,000 EURREF: 242116

An exciting opportunity to take on a working vineyard producing quality organic wine, plus a large grand and spacious 9 bedroom stone built property, all of which is set in a quiet setting close to......

2,743,000 EURREF: 245960

Renovated 13 bedroom Mill for sale with countryside view in Bourdeilles, Aquitaine

Beautiful 16th century water mill with various surrounding buildings and expansive pool, all of which are exceptionally presented throughout, ideally situated in a quiet setting within 3 hectares o......

2,625,000 EURREF: 230179

Pretty and spacious 6 bedroom single storey house, which is ideally situated within a quiet and green setting in the Moulleau area of Pyla sur Mer. With a living area of 200m2, features include a......

2,560,000 EURREF: 247906

Riverside 9 bedroom House for sale with countryside view and lake or river view views in Saint Martin de Seignanx, Aquitaine

Exceptional 18th Century, 9 bedroom Manor House with mooring, nestling in 4 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool and outbuilding, enjoying river and scenic views from its peacef......

2,550,000 EURREF: 245608

Magnificent 9 bedroom Renaissance Chateau, which was extensively and sympathetically renovated in the early 20th Century in keeping with the original architecture. Situated in a quiet setting, yet......

2,500,000 EURREF: 247680

Magnificent 11 bedroom 19th Century Chateau, which is ideally located in the immediate vicinity of Cognac, within an exceptional setting with panoramic views over the Charente valley. Thoroughly ......

2,438,000 EURREF: 247951

Bright 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Cap Ferret, Aquitaine

Situated right in the heart of the peninsula of Cap Ferret, in the village of Petite Piquey, this magnificent family villa, which is presented in a Ferret Capien style, has been totally and tastefu......

2,415,000 EURREF: 245383

Authentic 6 bedroom Chateau for sale with panoramic view in Saint Emilion, Aquitaine

Nestling in 5 hectares of glorious land with beautiful gardens, pool and outbuildings, is this exceptional 6 bedroom French Chateau enjoying panoramic views from its peaceful location near all amen......

2,395,000 EURREF: 243772

Fabulous and newly restored Sixteenth Century manoire, beautifully located in the heart of the rolling French countryside, set in 24 acres with a 7 bedroom 'Maison de Maitre' at its heart and 7 bea......

2,385,000 EURREF: 247853

11 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Arnac Pompadour, Limousin

Absolutely beautiful 3 storey, 11 bedroom stone French Chateau with separate cottage, nestling in over 7 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool while enjoying wonderful countrysid......

2,625,000 EURREF: 243463

Elegant 8 bedroom Manor House for sale in Bordeaux, Aquitaine

Ideally located near all amenities in the heart of St Genes, Bordeaux, is this elegant 8 bedroom luxury Manor House set in a beautiful landscaped garden. Bathed in light and benefiting from stunni......

2,371,050 EURREF: 243456

Beautiful 5 bedroom stone built Girondine house, with a living area of approximately 300m2, which offers top-of-the-range services, located in a quiet setting in Saint Emilion. It is difficult not......

2,362,500 EURREF: 248063

Lovingly restored equestrian property, which is beautifully nestled amongst more than 20 hectares of greenery, situated in a dominant position at the crossroads of the Dordogne and in an idyllic se......

2,350,000 EURREF: 246741

Renovated 7 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Bordeaux, Aquitaine

Stunning and historic 5 bedroom manor house and 2 bedroom guest/staff accommodation with pool, having a total spacious living area of around 530m2 which is currently under complete renovation, boas......

Enquire For PriceREF: 234949

Beautifully renovated 7 bedroom luxury house with outbuilding, nestling in over 11 acres of glorious land with gardens, pool, vineyards and orchards, enjoying far reaching countryside views from i......

2,290,000 EURREF: 245978

Income Producing 24 bedroom Hotel for sale with countryside view in Agen, Aquitaine

Luxuriously renovated 24 bedroom hotel with two restaurants nestling in 8 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool, while enjoying wonderful countryside views from its peaceful loca......

2,288,000 EURREF: 245205

Income Producing 24 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Agen, Aquitaine

Fabulous 24 bedroom fully furnished luxury hotel nestling in over 3 hectares of glorious landscaped gardens with trees and expansive pool, while enjoying far reaching countryside views from its per......

2,288,000 EURREF: 241192

Unique opportunity to acquire a fabulous equestrian estate nestling in 20 hectares of glorious land with lakes, woods, and orchards, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful locati......

2,270,000 EURREF: 246707

8 bedroom Farm Estate for sale with Income Potential in L'Isle Jourdain, Poitou-Charentes

Fantastic opportunity to acquire a spacious 4 bedroom villa, two 2 bedroom gites, a fully licensed bar and restaurant and outbuildings, all nestling in 40 hectares of glorious land with an 84 acre ......

2,205,000 EURREF: 245626

Simply superb XVIth Century Chateau, set in an estate of over 20 acres in beautiful, peaceful countryside in the Lot-et-Garonne. For more than 400 years, this historic chateau was the impressive ......

2,200,000 EURREF: 247077

Character 12 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Beauville, Aquitaine

Grand, spacious and beautifully presented 12 bedroom Medieval chateau, which is ideally situated within a quiet setting on the hills of Beauville, set on a large 47,700m2 with stunning far reaching......

2,200,000 EURREF: 237338

11 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Monflanquin, Aquitaine

Outstanding Fifteenth Century French Chateau set in over 20 acres in a beautiful hillside situation nestled in green surroundings with panoramic views over the countryside. Currently run as a b......

2,200,000 EURREF: 240617

Full of charm and character is this historic 5 bedroom villa with garden, ideally located near the sea and all amenities in the heart of La Rochelle. Built in 1885, this superb property with its ......

2,120,000 EURREF: 247110

Beautiful 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Biarritz, Aquitaine

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