Alexis Stratfold

Alexis Goldberg

Alexis loved visiting France as a child and always dreamed of living there one day. Fortunately she met a man who had the same dream! So they married, then bought a beautiful 300-year-old character house in a pretty village in the Languedoc Roussillon. Alexis has been writing about France for a decade, inspiring and helping hundreds of British people to move there. She says: "Our only regret is that we did not move to France earlier! The lifestyle is tranquil, the summers are long and hot and the sun shines almost every day (or seems like it does!). We’ve made friends of many nationalities here."

A comprehensive guide to Bourgogne Franche-Comté

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté is a beautiful and possibly slightly lesser-known area of France to international buyers. Located in the east of the country, the region was created by the merging of Burgundy (Bourgogne) and Franche-Comté in 2016.

Everything you need to know about the role of the notaire in France

In the UK when you want to buy a property, you need a lawyer and an estate agent. In France, there’s a third party involved and they are called notaries.

The 2024 Michelin Guide reveals the best restaurants in France

A new Michelin Guide has just been released and as always, there are lots of new restaurants to discover. The Guide is closely monitored and kept up to date to keep all the foodies in the world happy!

The best resorts and property hotspots for ski lovers in France

France is home to some of the best ski resorts in the world. If, like me, you are a huge fan of skiing and all that goes with it, there is no need to go any further afield than our nearest neighbour. There is a huge range of options in both the Alps and the Pyrenees for both beginners and expert skiers, and every level in between.

What does the new energy-efficiency law mean for buyers in France?

To sell a property in France, the seller legally has to provide up-to-date energy ratings before it can go on the market. This is known as the “Diagnostic de Performance Énergétique” in France or DPE. The other ratings on gas (if applicable), electricity, natural risks, termites, lead and asbestos, must be done before the property is sold. This is termed as “dossier de diagnostic technique” (DDT).

How to live your best life in France from someone who’s made the move

Are you sitting at home wondering about what your new life in France will be like? Well, I’m here to share my own experience which will hopefully give you a little insight into what it’s like. I also share a few top tips on how to make the most of your life in France.