Region of France - Normandy
(Calvados, Eure, Manche,
Orne, Seine-Maritime)
The Normandy region of France has 5 different departments, consisting of
the Calvados, Eure, Manche, Orne and the Seine-Maritime.
Weather: The mild west coast climate of Normandy means
that it is pleasant all year round. The warmth of summer, and temperate winters
are interspersed with a medium rainfall, which keeps the countryside green.
The Region: Green fields, apple orchards and large areas
of woodland are the main features of the Normandy countryside, along with
the coastline, full of fishing ports.
Normandy is really just a few miles from the UK, but it does feel very French.
the timber-framed country cottages are just that bit different, and the towns
are like any town in France; old, with lively farmer’s markets and
plenty of little shops, cafés, restaurants and bars to choose from.
The area became known after WW2, due to the D-day landings there in 1944.
Since then, Tourists have begun visiting in increasingly large numbers for
the culture, calm and gastronomy.
Gastronomy: The cuisine of Normandy encompasses a huge
variety of rich goodies, and uses the local ingredients of apples, cider,
calvados (delicious apple brandy), cream, butter, seafood and pre-salé lamb
(lamb which has been raised on the salt marshes, and is unrivalled in flavour).
Pastries, cakes and even local breeds of poultry are abundant. There are
also 32 cheeses made in the region, including the infamous Camembert.
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Dordogne south west France
French Property of the month
Very special French property, built before the 14th century, in a small hamlet
near Cubjac. Approx 2700m2 of land, including a productive vegetable garden,
stone barbecue, stone well (water tank), 2 terraces and a meadow. The garden
is full of charm, with low stone walls here and there, and lots of mature
trees. The house is full of original features, exposed stonework and beams,
and has light, airy rooms.
Location:
This property is in a tiny, stone-built, hill-top hamlet, with spectacular
views over the verdant valley. Brouchaud is 1km away, and has a post office,
and the beautiful village of Cubjac is 6km down the road. Cubjac has a weekly
market, bakers, bars, shops, doctors, a school and various other conveniences.
Périgueux is 20 minutes' drive west.
Accommodation:
2 bedroom, a bathroom, kitchen and lounge, plus plenty of space which could
be converted. See 'special features' for details
Price: € 220000.00 ( £ 150920.00 )
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