Interview! Curious in Provence: Life, Work, and DIY Renovations in the South of France!
Happy Wednesday! Today I wanted to feature @curiousprovence, a beautiful account where the talented Ashley documents her dreamy surroundings and house renovation proceedings with a skilled eye. Ashley is a freelance artist and photographer who is making her life in Provence and I’m delighted to be able to feature an interview with her! You may […]
Interview: Renovating in the South of France: Château de Capelle
Happy Friday! I have a special post to share today. Sunita from the lovely @chateaudecapelle shares the story of how she and her family bought a 30-year abandoned château in the South of France, to renovate into a beautiful family home! I hope you enjoy the interview. You can follow the journey at Château de […]
Self-Sufficient Organic Garden Paradise Perched in the Hills of the Algarve – Monchique, Portugal – $433,536
Happy Tuesday, Escapists! Become the owner of a self-sufficient organic garden paradise on five acres perched in the hills of the Algarve, Portugal! This week we are digging into escapist dreams, and this is one that I would love. Imagine raising organic fruit and vegetables and hosting guests for beautiful retreats. The most delicious food […]
Sunny Escape in the South of France – Authentic Stone Village House with Terrace – Saint Martin de l’Arçon, France – $107,278
Happy Tuesday, Escapists! A sunny escape in the South of France! An authentic stone village house with terrace in small village in Hérault. This house feels freeing to me, despite its ancient age. I’m not sure exactly why – maybe the wash of bright sunshine, open windows, make-do kitchen, or even the haphazard bedroom upstairs. […]
Old Flour Mill Converted into Artist Colony, In the Countryside but Close to Paris – Fère-en-Tardenois, France – $275,350
Happy Thursday, Escapists! A 19th Century flour mill, abandoned in the 1980s, then used as an artist’s colony for dance and performing arts for 20 years! In the countryside but only 90 minutes to Paris. I spent this morning watching videos of people in Italy playing music to each other from balconies to lift each […]
Greece Week: Charming House with Stunning Views in Protected Village of Agios Markos, Corfu – $182,091
Happy Thursday, Escapists! Today I discovered a cache of gorgeous and affordable properties in Corfu, Greece – I want to post a million! This one was one of my favorites, for the cozy charm and the stunning view. This property is located in the protected traditional village of Agios Markos in northeastern Corfu. It’s located […]
Grand 16th Century French Manor Estate With Guest House, Historic Barn, Meadows – Livarot, France – $401,997
Happy First of October! I’m so intrigued by this massive, slightly haunting French manor dating back to the 16th century in Normandy, France! The property comes with guest house, barn, cowshed, and garage, all situated by a garden, meadows, and a stream. The main house contains kitchen, sitting room, dining room, study, and four bedrooms. […]
Historic Beach Villa on Isle of Barra, Scotland, Circa 1935 – $410,000
Happy Friday! What a week. Today I wish it were possible to transport myself for the weekend to stay in this amazing villa on the Scottish Isle of Barra, in the Outer Hebrides. It is somehow cozy, airy, relaxed, yet snug, isolated, sunny and beautiful, near white sand beaches, but in Scotland?! What a combo. […]
Elegant and Imposing Chateau to Renovate – Alencon, France – $420,000
Good Thursday! Take a peek at this stunningly imposing chateau for sale in Alencon, Normandy, France, built in the 18th century. The exterior is impressive and the interior is full of gorgeous wood and original features. The herringbone floors!!! I cannot. From the listing: This property is located in the beautiful wooded area of Pays […]
19th Century Chateau Stable Converted to Gorgeous Country Home – Ambierle, France – $365,000
This home is so beautiful, warm, inviting, open, airy – just a gorgeous place to live! It’s located near the village of Ambierle, France, and is the former stable house of the chateau located next door. It was recently converted into three separate studio suites upstairs – each with its own small living room, bathroom, […]