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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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All information provided is believed to be current and provided free of charge. No liability can be accepted for the reliability of the information and statements made as this is obtained from 3rd parties. We always recommend you take legal advice from a fully qualified Lawyer or Notary before buying a property overseas.

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Pretty 4 bedroom stone built house, which is ideally situated in a quiet country setting in Sigoules, around 15 minutes from the centre of Bergerac and set in stunning private mature gardens. The......

699,600 EURREF: 247751

Stunning estate, with its origins dating back to the 12th Century, beautifully nestled within 32 acres of grounds, including wooded areas and a picturesque 1.7 acre lake. This superb property boa......

699,600 EURREF: 248112

Extraordinary former Landaise farmhouse, which has recently transformed into a remarkable 5 bedroom turnkey property, which is ideally situated on the edge of the serene and tranquil forest and off......

699,600 EURREF: 246504

Character 6 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Angouleme, Poitou-Charentes

Formerly a chapel, steeped in history and just oozing with original character and charm, this charming 6 bedroom stone built property is set high on a hill with amazing views of the open Charente c......

699,600 EURREF: 243887

Renovated 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in St Martin Curton, Aquitaine

Beautifully renovated 4 bedroom 17th Century country house nestling in 1.5 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with pool, while enjoying scenic countryside views from its perfect location near to......

699,000 EURREF: 240655

4 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Le Temple sur Lot, Aquitaine

Enchanting renovated stone property set in over 25 acres with additional outbuildings and pool as well as many character features in a pretty rural setting with lovely countryside views. The m......

699,000 EURREF: 240925

Quiet 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Castillonnes, Aquitaine

Spacious family home, with a large barn ripe for conversion, ideally situated within a stunning and quiet setting, surrounded by 24 hectares of land and with stunning far reaching countryside views......

695,000 EURREF: 235132

Enjoying wonderful uninterrupted views across the Cognac vineyards, is this spacious, modern 7 bedroom house nestling in beautiful landscaped gardens with amazing infinity pool. This recently-bui......

695,000 EURREF: 246711

Charming and spacious 19th Century house with 2 gites and 2 apartments, ideally situated within a quiet and private setting on over 1.5 acres of mature gardens and land, on the heights of Salies de......

695,000 EURREF: 247274

13 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with Income Potential in Duras, Aquitaine

Character property with flexible accommodation and income potential, peacefully located with a large garden and pretty views over the countryside, just a few minutes drive from Duras with restaura......

694,999 EURREF: 243943

10 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Bellocq, Aquitaine

Wonderful opportunity to acquire a charming 3 storey, 5 bedroom Bearnaise house with two separate gites, nestling in nearly 5 acres of glorious gardens and land while enjoying countryside views fro......

693,000 EURREF: 243313

Character 7 bedroom Chateau for sale in Sarlat la Caneda, Aquitaine

Full of authentic character and charm and with a beautifully presented living area of 222m2, this superb 7 bedroom stone built house is really a jewel situated right in the middle of the golden tri......

691,500 EURREF: 240754

Immaculate 10 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Charroux, Poitou-Charentes

Exceptional and beautifully presented property, which includes a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom stone built farmhouse, separate 4 bedroom property, studio, 2 swimming pools and several outbuildings, all of ......

690,000 EURREF: 241513

Wonderful 4 bedroom stone built farmhouse, which is beautifully nestled in the heart of a small village close to Sauveterre de Guyenne, where old-world charm meets modern luxury. Recently renovat......

690,000 EURREF: 246663

Spacious and beautifully restored 5 bed former 'Logis' with elegant, light-filled reception rooms, indoor heated pool and lovely mature walled gardens with tennis court. This is a substantial pro......

690,000 EURREF: 246572

Impressive stone property with 'fairy tale' tower, set in private gardens with swimming pool, large terrace and summer kitchen, set in a pretty hamlet close to the Dordogne river and within walking......

689,000 EURREF: 247583

Full of character and charm, this superb 5 bedroom farmhouse is in excellent condition, is in a quiet location and has beautiful countryside views. With a spacious living area of 310m2, this imma......

689,000 EURREF: 247654

Refurbished 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale in Ladignac le Long, Chalus, Limousin

Situated in a quiet setting in Ladignac le Long, just 10 minutes from the town of Chalus, 15 minutes from Saint Yrieix la Perche and 40 minutes from Limoges, this charming home is the ideal propert......

689,000 EURREF: 241510

7 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Jonzac, Poitou-Charentes

Enchanting 6 bedroom French chateau with guest house, approached via stone pillars and iron gates along a tree lined drive, full of charm and character and within easy reach of the thriving spa to......

689,000 EURREF: 243254

Refurbished 5 bedroom Mill for sale in Barbezieux Saint Hilaire, Poitou-Charentes

Ideally located in a quiet setting, yet just a stone's throw from a bustling town, this beautifully refurbished former mill house is set right in the heart of its 7 hectare plot with a swimming poo......

689,000 EURREF: 240401

Beautifully presented town house with swimming pool, providing a delightful pied a terre close to Bordeaux with panoramic views. This atypical property, is an impressive town house in a quiet loca......

685,000 EURREF: 247935

Beautifully presented 5 bedroom stone built house, which is situated under the gaze of the Les Jardins Marquessayac on the edge of La Roque Gageac (which is certified as one of the most beautiful v......

720,000 EURREF: 246440

Income Producing village of a house and 12 gites for sale with lake view and countryside views in Champniers et Reilhac, Aquitaine

Exciting income and lifestyle opportunity with this village of timber-framed houses, built by an architect in 1986, nicely situated at the end of a long lane in the heart of the Perigord Limousin N......

682,500 EURREF: 245558

Income Potential 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale in Ladignac Le Long, Limousin

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautifully renovated 5 bedroom single storey house with two one bedroom gites, surrounded by 6 hectares of glorious land with pool and a 6,000m2 lake, enjoying scen......

682,500 EURREF: 243116

Renovated 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Barbezieux Saint Hilaire, Poitou-Charentes

Surrounded by nearly 18 acres of glorious land is this beautifully renovated mill composed of 2 houses, a main house and a gite set in mature lush gardens with pool, ideally located in a peaceful ......

680,000 EURREF: 240831

Beautifully presented and full of character and charm, this marvellous 4 bedroom converted water mill offers so much in terms of peacefulness and privacy. Enjoying river side views, set away from ......

680,000 EURREF: 247748

Totally renovated 4 bedroom house, with its origins dating back to 1833, located in a quiet setting in Saint Martial d'Artenset. Fully renovated and with a huge modern extension, to be finished to......

680,000 EURREF: 246832

Lovely rural property with a main house, 3 gites, outbuildings, swimming pool and even its own truffle farm, set in almost 5 acres of land. The main house has been completely renovated and has un......

678,400 EURREF: 246270

Lovely character property with gites, pool and income potential set in 11 acres in the Dordogne countryside. This generously proportioned 17th century property has been meticulously restored with......

678,300 EURREF: 246571

Character 4 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with panoramic view in Monsegur, Aquitaine

Magnificent 4 bedroom stone built property with gite, with a spacious living area of approximately 314m2, set within a beautiful plot of over 5 hectares with stunning views of the surrounding lands......

676,000 EURREF: 244722

Fabulous and spacious Chartreuse with 18th Century origins and 19th Century additional pavilions, set in land of almost 4.5 acres with pool and outbuildings, midway between Perigueux and Riberac. ......

675,000 EURREF: 246668

Charming stone property, beautifully renovated, in the historic heart of Sainte Marie de Re. This old farmhouse has been carefully restored, whilst maintaining the unique personality of the whol......

672,000 EURREF: 246874

Beautiful 6 bedroom stone built property, which comprises of 2 houses, with various outbuildings, a swimming pool and 8 hectares of land. Situated in a quiet setting between Agen and Villeneuve su......

679,000 EURREF: 247653

Refurbished 7 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Villefagnan, Poitou-Charentes

This superb traditional Longere is a very substantial property offering 340m2 of living area in 4 bedroom accommodation in the main house plus 2 further cottages, a large barn and other outbuilding......

689,000 EURREF: 242195

High Specification 3 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Monbazillac, Aquitaine

Impressive and superbly presented single storey property, providing stunning views over the Bergerac vineyards, located on a no-through road and offering perfect peace and tranquillity. This is ......

657,200 EURREF: 241754

Renovated 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Saint Palais, Aquitaine

Tastefully renovated 5 bedroom Basque house nestling in over a hectare of gardens and land, enjoying countryside views from its peaceful location between Saint-Palais and Sauveterre-de-Bearn. Thi......

650,000 EURREF: 243274

Delightful character stone property with over 18 acres of land, complete with tennis court and swimming pool located between Agen and Nerac, Lot et Garonne. The spacious 4 bedroom house comes wit......

650,000 EURREF: 246400

Bright, spacious and full of character and charm, this superb stone built house, which has been built on the side of a rock face, is set in approximately 2.8 hectares of land in a quiet peaceful lo......

649,000 EURREF: 246709

Beautifully modernised 4 bedroom stone built house, set under the cliffs of Chateau de Marqueyssac, encircled by lush wooded gardens of 1,977m2 with a swimming pool and with private access to the D......

649,000 EURREF: 247972

Full of character and charm, this lovely stone built property, which is split into 3 units, is ideally situated in a quiet country location, close to the town of Eymet and just a short drive from B......

646,600 EURREF: 247231

Character 5 bedroom Manor House for sale in Coutras, Aquitaine

This lovely stone property is situated in a village in the south of Charente, yet offers the peace and quiet of the countryside, set in 3.5 acres of mature gardens and parkland with swimming pool. ......

646,600 EURREF: 244583

Character 9 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Le Fleix, Aquitaine

Beautifully refurbished 9 bedroom stone built farmhouse, which is ideally situated in a beautifully quiet hamlet yet just 2km from Saint Meard de Gurcon that has shops, restaurants, bars, post offi......

645,000 EURREF: 243937

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

Surrounded by nature and full of character and charm, this magnificent 5 bedroom property has been well beautifully restored and is set within a large plot of 30,000m2 with 2 swimming pools and gue......

638,500 EURREF: 239877

Charming stone property on the heights of the Agenais area, set in over 21 acres of land with outbuildings and offering income potential. There is a character 18th century main house, full of char......

638,500 EURREF: 247934

Fabulous development opportunity with this 20 acre estate, with a main residence full of original character, though this 19th century property needs some work to bring it back to life and exploit i......

638,300 EURREF: 247801

Stylish 5 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Beauville, Aquitaine

Charming and totally refurbished 5 bedroom manor house, with a total spacious and beautifully presented living area of around 350m2, set within a mature plot of 204,983m2 with a swimming pool and v......

636,000 EURREF: 230690

Renovated 5 bedroom Manor House for sale in Nontron, Aquitaine

Highly desirable historic property with swimming pool and Medieval origins set in a tiny hamlet in the Dordogne Perigord National Park. The oldest part of the chateau, dating from the 13th centur......

636,000 EURREF: 243527

Furnished 5 bedroom Chateau for sale with panoramic view in Nontron, Aquitaine

Enchanting 5 bedroom fully restored and furnished 15th Century French Chateau, nestling in nearly 2 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, enjoying panoramic countryside views from its ideal elevat......

630,000 EURREF: 241440

Situated in a quiet setting on the outskirts of Eymet and with spectacular views across the valley, this superb 6 bedroom house is currently being run as a successful gite business with regular cli......

630,000 EURREF: 248292

Situated in a quiet setting the end of its own long driveway, this wonderful and traditional 10 bedroom farmhouse, with simply stunning far raching countryside views, is welcomed by an open courtya......

651,000 EURREF: 246739

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