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The beautiful region of Aquitaine lies to the southwest of France, bordering the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the Pyrenees Mountains to the south, along the border with Spain. Aquitaine property can be found throughout this diverse and historic region, in each of the constituent departments of Dordogne, Lot et Garonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Landes and Gironde.

Aquitaine was once a kingdom in its own right after Charlemagne proclaimed his own son, Louis, King of Aquitaine in 781. Perhaps its most important historic character, the headstrong and determined Eleanor of Aquitaine, saw the kingdom pass first to French rule with her marriage to Louis VII, and then to English rule with the annulment of her first marriage and subsequent wedding to Henry II in 1154, making Eleanor of Aquitaine one of Europe’s most powerful women, and mother to the famous Richard the Lionheart, and equally infamous ‘Bad King John’. Wines from the southwest of France were shipped from the Atlantic ports of Bordeaux and Biarritz, amongst others, to the English court and nobility, leading to vast wealth in the region while under English rule, as it remained until the end of the Hundred Years War in 1453 when it was annexed by France. This 300 year association with England has not been altogether left in the annals of history, with Aquitaine property still being popular with second-home buyers from the UK, especially in the Dordogne.

Aquitaine property in the Dordogne can be found in the characteristic rural landscapes of the area, with gently rolling hills and valleys covered with sun-drenched vineyards. The Dordogne is one of the earliest known centres of habitation in Europe, and many prehistoric sites can be found, especially around the area of Lascaux, which boasts stunning caves, which are a UNESCO world heritage site, and Les Eyzies. Dordogne roughly equates to the ancient county of Le Périgord, and is dotted with small villages, ancient castles and manor houses. Aquitaine property in the Dordogne offers a tranquil and rural way of life, and often Aquitaine property for sale here are farmhouses with vineyards or older, character filled chateaux with panoramic rural views. Dordogne is perhaps best known within France for its gastronomic delights, and any Aquitaine property in this department is likely to be in close proximity to delightful restaurants selling the local specialities of truffles, walnuts or foie-gras.

Next to Dordogne, but also bordering the Atlantic Ocean is the department of Gironde with its capital, synonymous with wine-production, Bordeaux. Gironde consists of low lying land along the Gironde estuary, where the mouths of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers merge. Most of this department is devoted to, and famed for, its wine production, including the area of Médoc, perhaps the most prestigious of the wine-producing areas. Almost any Aquitaine property in Gironde is likely to be nestled between several vineyards and any wine lover could spend a (delightful!) eternity touring around the local vineyards and sampling the local wines. Aquitaine property in the city of Bordeaux itself is found in a beautiful city, where the town’s wealth can be seen in the stunning architecture of the buildings, such as the unique 18th century theatre. On the coast, the resort of Arcachon is a popular place for keen yachtsmen to buy Aquitaine property, due to its sheltered anchorage and proximity to the Dune du Pilat, the highest sand dune in Europe. Often Aquitaine property located in this department has breathtaking sea views, and the Côte d'Argent beach is Europe’s longest and attracts many surfers to Lacanau every year.

Lot-et-Garonne’s landscapes are remarkably similar to those of Dordogne, with gently rolling hills, vineyards and woodland, yet with riverside Aquitaine property on the banks of the Lot and Garonne rivers that give the department its name. Aquitaine property can be found in this department to suit most tastes, combining picturesque old manor houses set within large estates, rural farmhouses with land and equestrian facilities, riverside Aquitaine property or characterful village houses with countryside views.

Aquitaine property in Landes is often found in or near the beautiful forests that cover this department. Les Landes is the most heavily forested area in Europe, with the vast pine forests interspersed with areas of wild heathland and farmland. Aquitaine property in Landes is therefore popular with nature lovers, hikers and lovers of all kinds of outdoor sports. Even today, Landes is one of the most sparsely populated areas of France, with the main industry of the area being timber. The Atlantic coastline is almost a solid and unbroken stretch of sandy beach and a continuation of the Côte d'Argent beach, yet much of it remains wholly unspoilt and undeveloped. All this means that is possible to find some absolute gems of Aquitaine property in Landes. Almost ¼ of dwellings in the department are second homes, further emphasising the beautiful natural and unspoilt atmosphere of this amazing department.

Finally the department of Pyrénées-Atlantiques shares borders with both the Atlantic Ocean and Spain. The department is essentially composed of the former province of Bearn and the Basque country, and has a unique culture with a strong Spanish influence. The Pyrénées-Atlantiques offers perhaps the most diverse choice of Aquitaine property, from coastal views and beaches around St Jean de Luz and Biarritz, to mountain views of the Pyrenees, and skiing on the high slopes. Aquitaine property in this department has perhaps the best climate in France, and even the foothills of the Pyrenees are lush and verdant year-round due to the warm climate and adequate rainfall caused by the high peaks nearby. At higher altitudes this falls as winter snow, providing some of the best skiing in France. The capital, Pau, is known for its elegant Aquitaine property and architecture, and was a popular thermal resort in the 19th century, especially for the British. Lac Gentau, and the area surrounding the lake is also a popular choice in which to buy Aquitaine property.

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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6 bedroom House for sale with Income Potential in Orthez, Aquitaine

Impressive and stylishly restored Eighteenth Century property with outbuildings, featuring unique gardens and a magical atmosphere. Built in 1773, this amazing property of 470m2 comprises a mai......

850,000 EURREF: 238055

Spacious and well maintained 8 bedroom farmhouse/equestrian property, ideally located in a quiet setting close to the vibrant village of Saint- Sylvestre sur Lot, offering both tranquility and conv......

750,000 EURREF: 250078

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautiful, partially renovated house with garden and mooring, situated on an island, enjoying panoramic views from its location in L'Isle Jourdain. This grand parti......

750,000 EURREF: 248502

Charming 4 bedroom stone built home located in Naujan et Postiac, which is a highly sought after village close to Branne. This historical gem, with its first part built in the 1700s and the second......

750,000 EURREF: 249993

Exquisite 2 bedroom apartment with simply breathtaking sea views, situated right in the heart of the enchanting seaside resort of Royan. Nestled within a splendid architecturally striking villa, ......

799,000 EURREF: 246417

Stylishly renovated 4 bedroom Bourgeois house nestling in nearly an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, located in a peaceful area near Carresse Cassaber. This superb property, with it......

747,000 EURREF: 249123

Authentic 5 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Pujols, Aquitaine

Full of charm and character is this beautiful 5 bedroom stone house nestling in over 3 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with pool and outbuilding while enjoying far reaching countryside views f......

745,000 EURREF: 243771

Refurbished 5 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Perigueux, Aquitaine

Completely refurbished throughout with no expense spared, this charming 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 300 year old farmhouse and barn conversion is ideally situated in a central location within over 6 hec......

745,000 EURREF: 227561

Wonderful opportunity to acquire 5 gites nestling in nearly 3 acres of glorious land with pool, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its location near Tombeboeuf. This superb property is r......

742,000 EURREF: 249351

Beautifully renovated 5 bedroom Charantaise Longere with separate 2 bedroom cottage, studios and outbuildings, all nestling in over 4 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool near ......

742,000 EURREF: 250259

In immaculate condition throughout, this beautifully restored 11 bedroom 13th Century priory, is set right in the heart of a sleepy rural village in the Deux Sevres. Ideally situated in a triangl......

741,470 EURREF: 247637

Character 10 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Villefranche du Perigord, Aquitaine

This fabulous country estate offers many possibilities including revenue potential. It sits in a beautiful part of the Perigord, surrounded by lush green countryside, 40 minutes from Sarlat and an ......

739,500 EURREF: 242605

Beautifully presented 5 bedroom early 20th Century manor house, which is presented in a Napoleon III style, set within 1.7 hectares of wooded parkland and with stunning uninterrupted views over the......

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Beautifully renovated 3 storey, 4 bedroom historical house nestling in 3/4 acre of a glorious garden with trees and outbuildings, ideally located near all amenities in the heart of Nontron. This ......

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Very well presented spacious 5 bedroom Maison de Maitre, nestling in an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool and outbuildings, located near all amenities in Marsac. This large and hands......

715,500 EURREF: 246798

15 bedroom Castle for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Penne d'Agenais, Aquitaine

Excellent character property offering flexible accommodation with a variety of uses for income generation, with almost 5 acres of land in a delightful rural setting. This superb property could g......

776,595 EURREF: 241751

Superb estate, which is set in a quiet setting just 5 minutes from Montlieu la Garde with all amenities and the N10 motorway, just 45 minutes from Bordeaux and 25 minutes from Barbezieux. The esta......

710,000 EURREF: 249832

A most impressive 5 bedroom rural property, with main house and gite, recently renovated with style while maintaining its character with exposed stone walls, original flooring and oak beams. This......

710,000 EURREF: 251689

With excellent business and income opportunities, this spacious 14 bedroom ancient farmhouse has been beautifully brought back to life by the current owners, who have lovingly restored the whole co......

707,500 EURREF: 251627

Situated in a quiet setting, yet just 13km from all amenities, this charming 11 bedroom stone built property features the main house and 3 gites, all of which have fabulous countryside views. Curr......

702,500 EURREF: 247184

Character 5 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Cognac, Poitou-Charentes

Stunning 5 bedroom stone built barn conversion, which is ideally set on the edge of a small hamlet, yet just a 15 minute drive from the historic town of Cognac. Wjith very substantial living accom......

798,000 EURREF: 244778

Excellent income-generating opportunity with this tasteful and stylish renovation of farm buildings in an enviable location close to the popular and busy bastide town of Eymet with all its its f......

699,999 EURREF: 249934

Full of character and charm, this traditional 7 bedroom Perigordine house, which is in excellent condition throughout, so minus the maintenance challenges of an older property, with an annex and si......

699,900 EURREF: 247337

Charming stone built 6 bedroom property, which was formerly a chapel steeped in history and just oozing with original charm and character. Set high on a hill with amazing views of the open Charent......

699,600 EURREF: 249903

4 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Penne d'Agenais, Aquitaine

In an exceptional setting, nestled amongst 9 hectares of lush landscape, this superb property includes the main stone house built on 3 levels, which has been beautifully finished and is equipped wi......

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Enjoying wonderful uninterrupted views across the Cognac vineyards, is this spacious, modern 7 bedroom house nestling in beautiful landscaped gardens with amazing infinity pool. This recently-bui......

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Spacious manoire set in 24 acres of land and offering outbuildings and development potential, just 15 minutes from Mont de Marsan. The property includes: Main house Ground Floor: 2 large recep......

695,000 EURREF: 251076

Quiet 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Castillonnes, Aquitaine

Spacious family home, with a large barn ripe for conversion, ideally situated within a stunning and quiet setting, surrounded by 24 hectares of land and with stunning far reaching countryside views......

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Historical 7 bedroom Castle for sale with countryside view in Chatellerault, Poitou-Charentes

A unique opportunity to acquire a marvellous 7 bedroom 14th and 15th century listed historic Castle and a separate chapel set in over 10 acres of beautiful land, enjoying scenic countryside views i......

695,000 EURREF: 224553

10 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Bellocq, Aquitaine

Wonderful opportunity to acquire a charming 3 storey, 5 bedroom Bearnaise house with two separate gites, nestling in nearly 5 acres of glorious gardens and land while enjoying countryside views fro......

693,000 EURREF: 243313

Nestling in nearly 53 acres of glorious land with gardens, meadows and forests, is this beautifully renovated historical 4 bedroom house with annexe, a workshop and barn, located in a peaceful area......

692,000 EURREF: 251221

Situated in a quiet setting within a spacious plot of over 6,000m2, yet just a short drive to Bordeaux, this charming property was built in 1850 and classified as a "Maison de maitre". In excellen......

691,500 EURREF: 250354

7 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Jonzac, Poitou-Charentes

Enchanting 6 bedroom French chateau with guest house, approached via stone pillars and iron gates along a tree lined drive, full of charm and character and within easy reach of the thriving spa to......

689,000 EURREF: 243254

Refurbished 5 bedroom Mill for sale in Barbezieux Saint Hilaire, Poitou-Charentes

Ideally located in a quiet setting, yet just a stone's throw from a bustling town, this beautifully refurbished former mill house is set right in the heart of its 7 hectare plot with a swimming poo......

689,000 EURREF: 240401

Impressive stone property with 'fairy tale' tower, set in private gardens with swimming pool, large terrace and summer kitchen, set in a pretty hamlet close to the Dordogne river and within walking......

689,000 EURREF: 247583

Refurbished 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale in Ladignac le Long, Chalus, Limousin

Situated in a quiet setting in Ladignac le Long, just 10 minutes from the town of Chalus, 15 minutes from Saint Yrieix la Perche and 40 minutes from Limoges, this charming home is the ideal propert......

689,000 EURREF: 241510

Delightful and spacious rural property with gite and pool, located just inside the Gironde department but close to the borders of the Dordogne. The stunning hilltop town of St Emilion, famous wor......

680,000 EURREF: 251694

Renovated 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Barbezieux Saint Hilaire, Poitou-Charentes

Surrounded by nearly 18 acres of glorious land is this beautifully renovated mill composed of 2 houses, a main house and a gite set in mature lush gardens with pool, ideally located in a peaceful ......

680,000 EURREF: 240831

Lovely rural property with a main house, 3 gites, outbuildings, swimming pool and even its own truffle farm, set in almost 5 acres of land. The main house has been completely renovated and has un......

678,400 EURREF: 246270

Character 4 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with panoramic view in Monsegur, Aquitaine

Magnificent 4 bedroom stone built property with gite, with a spacious living area of approximately 314m2, set within a beautiful plot of over 5 hectares with stunning views of the surrounding lands......

676,000 EURREF: 244722

Charming and spacious 19th Century house with 2 gites and 2 apartments, ideally situated within a quiet and private setting on over 1.5 acres of mature gardens and land, on the heights of Salies de......

675,000 EURREF: 247274

Elegant 12th Century 10 Bedroom Chateau with guest house, annexe and numerous outbuildings to be renovated; a unique business opportunity. Just a short drive from the market town of Orthez, this m......

675,000 EURREF: 251466

Impressive Basque-Landes house in a private setting set in almost 2 acres of land with potential as a main residence, second home or bed and breakfast business. This beautiful 260m2 home is extre......

674,100 EURREF: 250939

Immaculately presented 5 bedroom stone built mill house, which is ideally situated in a quiet setting on the edge of a pretty village with basic shops and not far from Montignac Lascaux, which is a......

670,000 EURREF: 249925

Beautifully presented and full of character and charm, this prestigious stone-built gite complex, which features 5 renovated gites and a distinguished 150m2 main house, is ideally set in a quiet an......

725,000 EURREF: 247307

Spacious gite complex providing an immediate income, with the gites being sold fully furnished. Each gite has its own terrace and access to the 12m x 6m salt water swimming pool and child's padd......

660,000 EURREF: 251400

Fabulous former agricultural/industrial building which has been transformed with exceptional insight, knowledge, and craftsmanship into a characterful and spacious home. The current owners have t......

657,200 EURREF: 250650

Renovated 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Saint Palais, Aquitaine

Tastefully renovated 5 bedroom Basque house nestling in over a hectare of gardens and land, enjoying countryside views from its peaceful location between Saint-Palais and Sauveterre-de-Bearn. Thi......

650,000 EURREF: 243274

Delightful character stone property with over 18 acres of land, complete with tennis court and swimming pool located between Agen and Nerac, Lot et Garonne. The spacious 4 bedroom house comes wit......

650,000 EURREF: 246400

Gorgeous and spacious hilltop hideaway overlooking the Pyrenees, set in over 7 acres. This charming country house in the Bearn is set in nearly three hectares of land with meadows and woodland, w......

650,000 EURREF: 251439

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6 bedroom House for sale with Income Potential in Orthez, Aquitaine

Authentic 5 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Pujols, Aquitaine

Refurbished 5 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Perigueux, Aquitaine

Character 10 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Villefranche du Perigord, Aquitaine

15 bedroom Castle for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Penne d'Agenais, Aquitaine

Character 5 bedroom house for sale with countryside view in Cognac, Poitou-Charentes

4 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Penne d'Agenais, Aquitaine

Quiet 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Castillonnes, Aquitaine

Historical 7 bedroom Castle for sale with countryside view in Chatellerault, Poitou-Charentes

10 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Bellocq, Aquitaine

7 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Jonzac, Poitou-Charentes

Refurbished 5 bedroom Mill for sale in Barbezieux Saint Hilaire, Poitou-Charentes

Refurbished 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale in Ladignac le Long, Chalus, Limousin

Renovated 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Barbezieux Saint Hilaire, Poitou-Charentes

Character 4 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with panoramic view in Monsegur, Aquitaine

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