Beyond the tourist trail: could your dream home be in Castile-La Mancha?
For those that aren’t convinced the glittering beaches of the Costa del Sol or the bustling streets of Barcelona are for them, we like to suggest areas that are not often on the top of every international buyer’s list. Today, we zone in on the landlocked region of Castile-La Mancha. The area boasts of a curious literary history, beautiful nature, and affordable property options.Read more...
Discover 6 pretty villages on Lake Como’s shores
On Lake Como’s Western shore, there is a string of pretty villages with lake-view properties for sale. Lake Como is conveniently located north of Milan in the Lombardy region of Northern Italy. Both tourists and those working in the city of Milan find it so easy to get to, that they visit time after time. Some even buy second homes here. Its close proximity to the Alps also makes it a great location to enjoy all kinds of sports and activities in a breathtaking landscape.Read more...
South Aegean Island homes
The South Aegean includes the Cyclades and Dodecanese island groups. Among the most popular tourist destinations are Santorini, Rhodes, Kos and Mykonos, but there are many other beautiful islands, each with their own character and appeal.Read more...
An insider’s guide to healthcare in Spain
Moving to Spain and curious about the quality of the healthcare system there? Sally has lived in Spain since 2006. She shares her first-hand experience of the Spanish healthcare system.Read more...
Visa options for long-haul second homeowners
Australia, New Zealand, the US and Canada – all English-speaking countries with healthy outdoor lifestyles, fabulous natural scenery and plenty of space for great value homes. You don’t have to migrate full-time to any of them to enjoy what they have to offer – you could consider a second home for spending large chunks of the year? To help you weigh up your options, we look at how short-stay visas work and highlight some important rules governing foreign home ownership in some of these countries…Read more...
Côte d’Azur named the world’s best second-home location
What image comes to mind when I say “Côte d’Azur”? Many imagine golden sunshine, crystal-clear seas, deep blue skies and beautiful coastlines. They’re not wrong either. The Côte d’Azur is aptly named after the enchanting azure seas that surround it.Read more...
Greece officially raise golden visa minimum spend in certain areas
It has been on our lips for a while, but now it is officially true, Greece have raised the minimum spend requirement for a golden visa in certain areas. If this visa is now out of reach for you, we offer alternatives.Read more...
6 reasons to buy property in France right now
Reports show the number of Brits with second homes in France dropping for the first time in a decade. However, there are many reasons to buy property in France now. In fact, many of those once-owning holiday homes have decided to jump right in and are living here as permanent residents. Perhaps accelerated by the COVID pandemic, embracing the “life is too short” philosophy.Read more...
5 appealing towns near Blue Flag beaches in Portugal
The high number of Blue Flag beaches in Portugal is, quite rightly, a source of pride for the country.Read more...
Property price growth slows in Northern Ireland
After what seems like an age of increasing property prices, the luck of the Irish is back as home prices are now seeing a ‘gradual slowdown’ across Ireland.Read more...
10 Spain homes near a golf course
Our choice of ten properties near a golf course in your favourite locations across Spain. With our most affordable priced at €50,000, these properties suit a range of budgets.Read more...