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Dordogne is a département in south-west France that has become synonymous with beautiful landscapes. Situated in the region of Aquitaine, between the Loire valley and the Pyrenees, this area is named after the famed Dordogne River, which runs through it. It is not hard to see why Dordogne property is so highly prized.

Dordogne property has much to offer in terms of location, with houses situated in the many striking villages, which can be found amid the rolling hills. Some of these places are considered so picturesque that they are categorised as Les Plus Beaux Villages de France (the most beautiful villages in France) – high praise indeed! Walkers will delight in Dordogne and there is a wonderful feeling of space here. From your Dordogne property it is easy to find tranquillity off the beaten track in the hills, woodlands and forests.

Of course, the Dordogne River is one of the reasons why this area is a popular choice for visitors. There’s nothing better than to hire a canoe and explore it for yourself. Many locations can only be seen from the water and you will make your own enjoyable voyage of discovery. On the journey you are sure to uncover lovely beaches, which make ideal locations for swimming, sunbathing and paddling. Why not have a day trip from your Dordogne property? Simply pack a picnic and away you go!

The Valley of the Vézère is a fascinating area, with no fewer than 175 prehistoric sites along the banks of the river of the same name. Meriting a visit from your Dordogne property is Les Eyzies, often dubbed ‘the world’s capital of prehistory’. Situated on the Vézère River, the town is home to Le Musée Nationale de la Préhistoire and is surrounded by some of the area’s best caves. The world-famous cave paintings of Lascaux are nearby, and the replica, which is open to visitors, is a must-see.

Dordogne is famous for its châteaux. Lovers of history and fine architecture will find delight in these romantic buildings, of which there are over a thousand! The Château de Beynac is a fine example. Standing proudly, high on a rocky promontory, 200 metres above the Dordogne River, it looks down over stunning scenery, including a fine view of Château Castelnaud – another wonderful example of a Dordogne château! In fact, why just visit châteaux here? Your new Dordogne property could be one of these splendid buildings! With a Dordogne property history is well and truly on your doorstep, and the medieval town of Sarlat is worth mentioning in this regard. It is one of the most renowned towns in the region, and boasts both medieval and renaissance architecture. Its beautiful yellow sandstone buildings in the old town, which glow beautifully in early-morning sunshine, are truly stunning.

Dordogne property may also be a must for gourmet-lovers. We must take note that this area is affectionately known as le Périgourd, a combination of the word for Dordogne’s capital, Périgueux, and the French term gourmand (‘eats well’). Local specialities include confit de canard and foie gras. Walnuts and chestnuts are grown here, and truffles can also be found. There are even dedicated truffle markets from the end of November to mid-March. Local markets are well worth visiting for the fresh seasonal produce and in the summer the special marchés nocturnes are fantastic places to spend the evening. You can eat, drink and listen to music, all in a fantastic atmosphere. For wine connoisseurs, the area around Bergerac is of course famous, and wine tasting can be done at local caves in the east and west of the region. Why not pour a glass to toast your new Dordogne property?

You will also enjoy a wonderfully warm climate all year round here. Summers spent in your Dordogne property are consistently warm, with temperatures typically reaching 30 – 35°C. Getting to your Dordogne property is easy, with airports at Bergerac, Bordeaus, Angoulême, Poitiers, La Rochelle and Limoges all within striking distance. Train travel by TGV to Angoulême is quick, and a car can be hired to complete your journey. A car is recommended for exploring.

So, do you like what you have read so far? If so, we have some exquisite Dordogne property which is just waiting for you to discover for yourselves.

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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Exquisite 5 bedroom stone farmhouse nestling in 5 acres of glorious land with gardens, expansive pool, tennis court and fruit trees, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful locati......

756,840 EURREF: 246294

Set around a lovely swimming pool and situated in a quiet setting, this fabulous villa is situated on the outskirts of a tranquil village with a very popular restaurant only 2km away, and a primary......

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Full of authentic character and charm, this beautiful 6 bedroom Chartreuse property, which dates back, in parts, from the early 17th Century. Having remained in the same ownership for over 30 yea......

750,000 EURREF: 246226

Great opportunity to own a well maintained manor house, plus a separate house that can also be used as 5 self-contained gites, if required and subject to necessary permissions, set within a vast pl......

1,588,000 EURREF: 246070

Delightfully presented 6 bedroom character rural property, sympathetically adapted for modern and stylish living with versatile accommodation and income possibilities in a lovely location close to ......

556,500 EURREF: 246043

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

Located at the end of a country lane with no close neighbours and enjoying extensive views over the surrounding countryside, this charming 3 bedroom stone built property is set within peaceful surr......

450,000 EURREF: 245950

Impressive 9 bedroom chateau near Hautefort with origins dating back to the Seventeenth Century, set in 4.5 acres with panoramic countryside views. The spacious 905m2 property has been the subject......

1,500,000 EURREF: 245919

Accessed via a gated entrance, this character country property offers a main house with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, together with attached annexe, outbuildings, pool to renovate and gardens/parkland/f......

450,000 EURREF: 245918

Beautiful and tastefully-renovated stone property with 4 bedrooms, privately nestled in a magical location; set among mature trees, flowing water, and nature in abundance. Completely renovated wit......

381,600 EURREF: 245916

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautiful gite complex with expansive pool, nestling in nearly 15 acres of land beside a river, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location ne......

1,350,000 EURREF: 245883

Wonderful opportunity to acquire an outstanding, beautifully restored 9 bedroom, 18th century neo-classical French Chateau with outbuildings, nestling in over 22 acres of glorious land with mature......

1,670,212 EURREF: 245799

Riverside 8 bedroom House for sale in Bergerac, Aquitaine

Beautiful and spacious property set in almost an acre of landscaped grounds, along with a separate chalet/guest house, garages, swimming pool and direct river access, situated just a stone's throw ......

585,200 EURREF: 245694

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

3 bedroom Propriete for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Mussidan, Aquitaine

Fabulous 3 bedroom single storey house with separate guest house, nestling in over 5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with trees and pool, while enjoying countryside views from its location ne......

879,800 EURREF: 245459

Beautiful 5 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Bergerac, Aquitaine

Charming 5 bedroom property located in a quiet setting in Bergerac, set within a large 15,000m2 wooded plot with a swimming pool, yet less than 7km from the airport and 2.5km from the train station......

1,050,000 EURREF: 245367

4 bedroom House for sale with lake or river view with Income Potential in Eymet, Aquitaine

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautifully renovated mill and cottage nestling in over 14 acres of glorious land located alongside the river near the lively village of Eymet. There is an alley o......

927,500 EURREF: 245334

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

Income Producing 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Excideuil, Aquitaine

Charming Nineteenth Century French chateau, sympathetically renovated, with swimming pool and set in 2 acres of land. Previously owned by the same family for over 150 years, the property is loca......

1,498,100 EURREF: 245237

7 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Nontron, Aquitaine

Wonderful opportunity to acquire a beautiful 5 bedroom stone house and a 2 bedroom cottage, nestling in over 2 acres of glorious landscaped gardens while enjoying countryside views from its peacefu......

360,400 EURREF: 245166

Character 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Eymet, Aquitaine

With a living area of 198m2, this substantial family home has lovely views from the terrace and is set within a sizeable plot surrounded by woodland and countryside. Features include, on the grou......

450,500 EURREF: 245103

Character 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Eymet, Aquitaine

Beautifully presented 5 bedroom detached house, with a spacious living area of 199m2, set within its own quiet plot of over 7,000m with well kept grounds including small oak tree woodland and a 9 x......

545,000 EURREF: 245102

Elegant 5 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view and countryside view views in Le Buisson de Cadouin, Aquitaine

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766,500 EURREF: 245100

Elegant 10 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Champagne et Fontaine, Aquitaine

Originally built in the 17th then remodelled in the 19th Century, this stunning 10 bedroom chateau was renovated in 2015 to provide a number of modern amenities including gas-fired central heating.......

779,999 EURREF: 245095

5 bedroom B and B for sale with Income Potential in Tocane Saint Apre, Aquitaine

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477,000 EURREF: 244996

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Beautifully presented throughout, this lovely stone built family home is ideally situated in quiet setting within a hamlet on the edge of Lanquais, which is a highly sought-after village just 20 mi......

495,000 EURREF: 244989

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

Grand 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Coulaures, Aquitaine

A prestige property for those seeking historical authenticity, free of heavy exterior renovation and faithfully planned traditional interior improvements without the necessity of undoing many recen......

1,260,000 EURREF: 244885

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

Modern 5 bedroom house, which was built in 2003 using high quality cut stone, situated in a quiet setting, yet just 15 minutes from Bergerac and Eymet. The property includes a lift, underfloor he......

1,053,000 EURREF: 244879

Character 4 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Javerlhac et la Chapelle Saint Robert, Aquitaine

Full of character and charm and beautifully presented, this really lovely house, with separate accommodation, is not one to be missed. Located just a short walk into a popular village boasting lo......

424,000 EURREF: 244781

Lovingly Maintained 6 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Eymet, Aquitaine

Situated in a quiet setting just outside Eymet and within easy reach of Bergerac and its International Airport, this beautiful and totally refurbished gite complex is made of up 3 dwellings with 1 ......

561,800 EURREF: 244780

8 bedroom B and B for sale with Income Potential in Val de Louyre et Caudeau, Aquitaine

Sainte Alvere A large and imposing Nineteenth Century village property set in the heart of a popular tourist location. This is a fabulous opportunity to earn a rental income. The stone building ......

546,000 EURREF: 244748

Character 5 bedroom house for sale in Eymet, Aquitaine

Character rural estate in a hill top position with extensive views over the surrounding countryside and no near neighbours. This Eighteenth Century property sits in over 37 acres of land , some......

773,800 EURREF: 244745

Income Producing 16 bedroom Complex for sale with countryside view in Sarlat la Caneda, Aquitaine

Wonderful opportunity to acquire a charming 3 bedroom house and 7 independent gites, all nestling in 5.5 acres of glorious land with pool, gardens and large barn, enjoying far reaching countryside......

979,000 EURREF: 244665

5 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with Income Potential in Issigeac, Aquitaine

A beautiful old stone farmhouse in a quiet country hamlet, complete with separate guest accommodation. This charming and versatile character property has been renovated but has maintained all of ......

410,000 EURREF: 244586

Character 4 bedroom house for sale in Mareuil, Aquitaine

A beautifully renovated stone village property in a village close to the market towns of Jarnac and Rouillac, with swimming pool. Originally built for a notaire, this attractive 4 bedroom house ......

599,000 EURREF: 244585

Character 4 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Verteillac, Aquitaine

A handsome period property close to Verteillac, set in almost 5 acres of parkland. The 4 bedroom house with outbuildings is approached via a gravel driveway which passes in front of the extensi......

424,000 EURREF: 244584

Character 5 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Saint Aubin de Cadelech, Aquitaine

Full of character and charm and situated in a magical setting, this beautiful property has fabulous views over a lake, countryside and hills. The property comprises of 2 picturesque cottages: Co......

425,600 EURREF: 244575

Character 11 bedroom Manor House for sale in Bergerac, Aquitaine

Accessed view a gravel driveway, this superb property is made up of 2 buildings, which feature a 3 bedroom family house, 5 independent guest rooms, a 1 bedroom cottage and a 2 bedroom cottage, with......

1,420,500 EURREF: 244359

Quiet 11 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Bouzic, Aquitaine

Excellent opportunity to purchase 3 stone built houses, which sit snugly next to each other in a small but friendly hamlet close to Bouzic, which is a commune in the Dordogne department in south-we......

560,000 EURREF: 244297

Authentic 6 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Bertric Buree, Aquitaine

Beautiful historic 6 bedroom Chartreuse house with outbuildings nestling in over 4 acres of glorious land with gardens and pool, enjoying panoramic views from its peaceful location in Bertric Buree......

858,600 EURREF: 244247

Quiet 5 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Carsac Aillac, Aquitaine

Situated within a quiet setting, yet just a short walk to all the amenities in the village of Carsac, this 5 bedroom house with a swimming pool and a 1 bed rental studio is a rare gem that will be ......

450,000 EURREF: 244005

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

Quiet 10 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Verteillac, Aquitaine

Rare opportunity to purchase a 3 dwelling ensemble, situated in a quiet location close to Verteillac. Accessed via a winding private lane, the ensemble offers 1 x 4 bedroom property on 3 levels; ......

595,000 EURREF: 243843

9 bedroom Farm Estate for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Chancelade, Perigueux, Aquitaine

Enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near Chancelade, is this beautifully renovated 11th century mansion with 2 guest houses, nestling in 7.5 hectares of glorious land......

1,300,000 EURREF: 243694

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

Historical 7 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Bergerac, Aquitaine

Graceful and imposing 18th Century family home set in over 3 acres of mature grounds, offering numerous light and spacious rooms, high ceilings and period features. With total living space of 438......

997,500 EURREF: 243501

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

Immaculate 5 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Bergerac, Aquitaine

Situated in quiet countryside setting, yet just a few minutes drive from Bergerac, this recently completed and spacious home has 4 bedrooms, a huge living room with a high quality kitchen and a lar......

1,263,685 EURREF: 242965

Character 10 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Le Bugue, Dordogne, Aquitaine

Excellent opportunity to purchase a charming 17th/18th Century hamlet, which is ideally situated within a quiet rural setting in the Dordogne Valley. The estate comprises of an exceptional Chartr......

1,999,950 EURREF: 242825

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