France has always been a well-liked destination for family holidays that are seeking an reasonably priced option. With the perfect location very close to the UK and Ireland it is no shock that thousands of visitors even now travel to France each year. Camping breaks have always been a long tradition in France and the facilities, and available campsites have enhanced over the years. Long gone is the old fashioned image of dirty, run down campsites.
Campsites in France have drastically improved and they now come with their own star rating system very similar to hotels. It is possible to research the many different campsites available to suit the family’s needs and your budget. Although this style of holiday is still very affordable you will find some quite impressive campsites to choose from. The larger locations are extraordinary and will provide you everything you could quite possibly want on holiday.
However, there are even now some very small campsites available to enjoy the quieter side of France. The quaint family run campsites are still available if you look for them. For a lot of people this is the style that they would rather and France is extraordinary in the fact that it can provide a huge array of different styles and sizes. No matter where you decide to go camping it is always a good base to explore the rest of France. There is such a lot of things to see, and do in this incredible country you will by no means tire of its beauty, history, or cuisine.
Le Clarys Plage is a quite popular campsite situated on the west coast of France, is centered around families and everything to do with fun. This incredible campsite has such a lot of things to offer that families return year after year. As well as the amazing on site facilities the golden sandy beach is a short distance away providing you with the best of both worlds. As well as the outstanding pool, Jacuzzi and leisure facilities this campsite offers bars, restaurants, and shops. Every little thing concerning this campsite is modern, and designed with families who want to have fun in mind.
Palmyre Loisirs is situated within breathtaking surroundings and amazing woodland in the Poitou Charente region of France. This amazing four star campsite guarantees that they offer you quality as well as excellent value for money. With a great pool complex, on site facilities and lively entertainment package, there is such a lot of things on offer once you stay at this campsite. Every age group from very small children to the older generations are catered for in full and will by no means go home feeling disappointed
Sol A Gogo campsite is situated near the breath taking seashores in the Vendee region of France. The warm climate, friendly people and outstanding facilities make this camp site excellent for people who want to relax. Due to the fantastic climate the wonderful swimming pool, and wate slide complex is enjoyed for the whole season. There is an action packed entertainment package within the campsite to guarantee absolutely everyone has a good time on their holiday. The facilities in this four star campsite are great and you will often find that families return time and time again.
The French mortgage market has undergone significant changes in the last couple of months, including anticipated rate rises from their historic lows in early 2011. This increase has occurred due to a rise in the European base rate.
Our partners, IPF have recently launched a new service to protect clients against rising French mortgage rates and save significant money along the way.
IPF’s rate update is designed to keep clients informed of potential changes to French mortgage products in advance of their implementation. This provides our clients with the best chance of securing the lowest possible French mortgage rates. The lenders on IPF’s panel will often provide up to a month’s notice regarding pending French mortgage rate rises. Sharing this information with our clients ensures they have the best possible chance of securing the most competitive rates available.
You can sign up to IPF’s rate update by calling one of their French mortgage consultants on 020 7484 4634. You can then choose how you wish to receive the latest rate update – by SMS, an email or an update via twitter.
Approval French Mortgage
IPF also have the ability to obtain an approval in principle for your French mortgage, while you are in the process of looking for your French property. Combined with the rate update, this means that our clients are in the strongest position possible when it comes to completing the purchase of their dream home in France, saving significant amounts of money and aggravation
In this rapidly changing market we believe it is more important than ever to work with a French mortgage partner that gives you the best possible chance of completing your French property purchase. IPF has worked very hard and successfully, despite the difficult market conditions, to establish a strong position in this key area of the market.
You can request a French mortgage quote by clicking here
What do customers say?
“Dear Elena and Robert,
I would just like to say thank you both for your help very much, I found IPF brilliant in every way to insuring my mortgage in difficult times! But a special thanks to you both for your quick and professional work to make this happen for me! I would recommend IPF to anyone that would need your help with no hesitation.
You have both made a very difficult and uneasy time for me become a dream come true and i can’t thank you enough for that!!
Buying a property in France is similar to purchasing a property in most other countries. Most buyers take out a mortgage that typically covers up to 80% of the value of the property. If you’re planning to purchase that second home in France, or even a primary residence, you can.....click title for details
For many hoping to purchase property for sale in France the prospect of getting a mortgage can be an intimidating one. But knowing exactly how the system works can help a prospective buyer obtain a loan with relatively little stress involved.Like in Britain, mortgages are available at all major French.....click title for details
One of the new tax proposals effective from January 2012 in France is a new 20% tax on the rental value of SECOND homes for ANY nationality.
The tax will be 20% of the property’s “valeur locative cadastrale” (a theoretical value). You can find this value at www.cadastre.gouv.fr. So if a property has a rental value of 3000 euros then the annual tax would be 20% of 3000 euros – i.e. 600 euros per year.
First, this does not apply to expats who are now living in France permanently. Although there are separate proposed changes to their wealth tax.
Second, if you ensure that your home(s) is available for rent for the whole year via a local letting agent then there will be no charge.
At this stage there are no indications how the tax will be applied if the property is not available for the full year.
In addition, the new 20% is likely to be challenged under European Law (since it will discriminate against foreign owners of holiday homes)
Many of our buyers move to France but they still need to earn an income. Unemployment is very high in France so many consider setting up a business in France. Setting up your business in your own country is difficult enough - but becomes more difficult in a foreign country......click title for details
French Property
Although the full figures for house price inflation in France for 2006 have not been released yet. Our guess is that for the whole year, prices will not show any significant increases - in fact, they could be flat in many regions. Our sales at 1st-for-French-Property.co.uk for 2006 are.....click title for details
Welcome to our latest agent in Central Brittany: IDA Immobiliere.
They are located in the Brittany countryside halfway between Saint Malo, Vannes and Rennes, beside the Broceliande forest.
Here is one of their lovely properties:
Town: SAINT BRIEUC DE MAURON
Department: Morbihan
Region: Brittany
Price: €132,500
A beautifully restored 4 bedrooms longere with attached outbuilding and larged enclosed garden. The property consists of a bright and airy fitted kitchen dining room with exposed beams and stone wall with log burner, a large spacious lounge with exposed beams and large feature fireplace with log burner.
PLOERMEL is only a 20 minutes drive, RENNES is 40 minutes drive and only one hour to SAINT MALO.
Is this an immutable law of physics? That photos taken by an immobilier, estate agents, notaires ALWAYS NEVER show you want you want to see!
The 2nd law of Agency photos states that all photos must show as much clutter as possible.
The 3rd law of Agency Photos states if possible put.....click title for details
Brittany, long time favourite for Brits buying Brittany Property, has a nasty secret. Be careful on some Brittany beaches! Vincent Petit was out riding on a Brittany beach (SAINT-MICHEL-EN-GREVE) when his horse and Mr Petit were overcome by toxic fumes believed to be hydrogen sulphide emitted by rotting algae! The horse died.....click title for details
Looking to buy a holiday home or re-locating to France? France is a big country so the choice is large. Our 2 videos help give you a flavour of France. The first video travels across northern France and down the eastern border to the Mediterranean regions, across the Pyrenees to the west coast.
The second video covers the West coast of France and into the central regions of France.
If you want to view more videos for each region: Regional Videos
One of the major factors for a UK resident deciding to buy a French property is the sterling / euro rate. If the pound gains in strength, then a French property becomes cheaper (in pound sterling terms). So where is the currency market heading? Our partners for French Currency Exchange Services at WorldWide Currencies provided the following summary (April 2011).
GBP (Sterling)
Economic data from the UK shows stronger industrial/export growth. Despite stronger than expected`official’ retail sales data this month, the British Retail Consortium data definitely confirms weakness in thissector. Austerity measures continue to bite with consumers reluctantly spending. Medium term economicgrowth prospects remain clouded thus keeping the Pound under pressure against the Euro as marketsexpect the ECB to continue their rate hiking programme. Consumer confidence remains low in the UK. AnySterling gains made versus commodity based currencies in March have also been given back this month.In this weaker USD environment the Pound is expected to trade higher versus the USD, but looks cappedagainst the Euro at 1.1350.
EUR
The Euro traded above €/$ 1.46 and has made further gains since yesterdays FOMC meeting and pressconference. Euro sovereign debt issues have taken a back seat again despite a further downgrading ofGreece. A second round of hawkish comments from ECB’s Trichet this month results in more aggressivebuying of Euros. One would now assume that Euro Zone inflation is more of a concern for the ECBcompared to those views of the Fed Reserve and Bank of England. Two further rate hikes of 0.25% areexpected by the year end.
EUR Trend: Overall – Euro Positive
If you have any currency concerns or want the best rates with no commission charges –> Worldwide Currencies
Sunday Papers still advising a good time to sell in France
Do you have a holiday property or investment property in France ?? Papers are advocating selling (if you are inclined) very soon.? They argue that the euro is now likely to weaken against pound sterling so you get more sterling.....click title for details
One big advantage for existing French Property Investors (from the UK) is that they are already sitting on good profits on their French property thanks to the strength of the Euro.In the last six months the Euro has increased in value by about 10% against sterling (six months ago it.....click title for details
