French property: What to know about buying a second home in Brittany or Normandy
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The article explores the pros and cons of purchasing second homes in Brittany and Normandy. The regions are attractive for their affordable prices, seafood, and proximity to the UK, particularly for British buyers. Readers shared mixed experiences; some praised the local charm and cooler climate as a positive contrast to southern France's heat, while others noted the chilly, rainy weather and rural lifestyle might be drawbacks. The piece emphasizes the importance of considering both exhilarating experiences and potential challenges when investing in these picturesque regions.
While one reader, Camilla Bunt, warned that in Normandy and further up the coast, 'the climate is barely warmer than the UK', for others this was a benefit.
Lucy Hughes, who purchased property in central, rural Brittany said, 'we previously owned a house in Poitou-Charentes but decided to move further north as the summers are too hot that far south.'
Reader Tony Webster described Normandy - the Pays d'Auge located at the border of the Calvados and Eure départements, as 'very lovely with a great personality'.
The north-western countryside and coastal areas are appealing for second homes due to seafood, beach access, and affordable prices, but be prepared for rain and remoteness.
Read at The Local France
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