Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Oct 10th 2015, 7:33 pm
#1171
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hi all!
My husband Mike and I are from a village in North Wales and hoping to buy a small house in the Limousin area as we'd like a bolt-hole. Mike has his own business and it's really busy and so we need a place to wind down. Also we might rent it out, but I've yet to look into the logistics of all of that. We love walking and we have two collie dogs so walk alot. We also love pubs and live music - regardless of style, I'm so looking forward to it all - it's definitely going to be and adventure!
My husband Mike and I are from a village in North Wales and hoping to buy a small house in the Limousin area as we'd like a bolt-hole. Mike has his own business and it's really busy and so we need a place to wind down. Also we might rent it out, but I've yet to look into the logistics of all of that. We love walking and we have two collie dogs so walk alot. We also love pubs and live music - regardless of style, I'm so looking forward to it all - it's definitely going to be and adventure!
Oct 10th 2015, 8:08 pm
#1172
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hi all!
My husband Mike and I are from a village in North Wales and hoping to buy a small house in the Limousin area as we'd like a bolt-hole. Mike has his own business and it's really busy and so we need a place to wind down. Also we might rent it out, but I've yet to look into the logistics of all of that. We love walking and we have two collie dogs so walk alot. We also love pubs and live music - regardless of style, I'm so looking forward to it all - it's definitely going to be and adventure!
My husband Mike and I are from a village in North Wales and hoping to buy a small house in the Limousin area as we'd like a bolt-hole. Mike has his own business and it's really busy and so we need a place to wind down. Also we might rent it out, but I've yet to look into the logistics of all of that. We love walking and we have two collie dogs so walk alot. We also love pubs and live music - regardless of style, I'm so looking forward to it all - it's definitely going to be and adventure!
This is simply an Introduction Thread and your post might get swallowed up by the following introduction and not be noticed. So post away in the main part of the Forum below (click on "New Thread" or participate in any of the ongoing threads).
If you've got other queries re the house purchasing procedure or whatever, don't hesitate to ask away!
Oct 11th 2015, 8:41 am
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hi,
We are Carol and Graham and have just bought a house in Surgeres. We have no furniture so if anyone has any ideas on where to buy we would love to here from you. Also, any view on pool installers. (Can't find the accents on my keyboard).
We are Carol and Graham and have just bought a house in Surgeres. We have no furniture so if anyone has any ideas on where to buy we would love to here from you. Also, any view on pool installers. (Can't find the accents on my keyboard).
Oct 11th 2015, 8:54 am
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
There are several members in the Charente-Maritime who can advise on local stores, so post again in the main Section below (click on "New Thread") and they'll come along with ideas. (This Thread is for introductions and your enquiry will get swallowed up by the following introduction and may not be noticed.....)
Oct 11th 2015, 8:34 pm
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hi All
Moving to the Limousin early next year for a new adventure, feeling quite anxious but excited. Originally from Wrexham, currently living in London.
Looking forward to getting some great advice from you on here, so apologies if I become a pain in the backside!
Moving to the Limousin early next year for a new adventure, feeling quite anxious but excited. Originally from Wrexham, currently living in London.
Looking forward to getting some great advice from you on here, so apologies if I become a pain in the backside!
Oct 12th 2015, 7:13 am
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
I was going to suggest posting again in the main part of the Forum with specific questions, but see that you've already done so! Can't help on the Bank front, I'm afraid, I opened an account when I started working here....
Don't hesitate to ask other questions, and if you become a pain in the backside, you'll notice the various reactions!!
Oct 12th 2015, 10:40 am
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hello to all,
I've just joined my name is Philip and I am retired < snip >living with my wife in France since 1977 and we moved to South Aquitaine departement of the Landes.
We have considerable experience of living and getting by in France and I'm looking forward to being able to assist any newcomers get through the inevitable trails and tribulations of settling in this wonderful country and helping you enjoy the french peoples rich culture and awesome way of life.
Amitiés
Phil
I've just joined my name is Philip and I am retired < snip >living with my wife in France since 1977 and we moved to South Aquitaine departement of the Landes.
We have considerable experience of living and getting by in France and I'm looking forward to being able to assist any newcomers get through the inevitable trails and tribulations of settling in this wonderful country and helping you enjoy the french peoples rich culture and awesome way of life.
Amitiés
Phil
Last edited by BEVS; Nov 23rd 2015 at 12:52 am. Reason: Just snip out the personals to save from oddballs and the like.
Oct 12th 2015, 10:46 am
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hello to all,
I've just joined my name is Philip Streets and I am a retired Electrical Engineer and Property Manager living with my wife in France since 1977 and we moved to Saint Paul Les Dax in the South Aquitaine departement of the Landes.
We have considerable experience of living and getting by in France and I'm looking forward to being able to assist any newcomers get through the inevitable trails and tribulations of settling in this wonderful country and helping you enjoy the french peoples rich culture and awesome way of life.
Amitiés
Phil
I've just joined my name is Philip Streets and I am a retired Electrical Engineer and Property Manager living with my wife in France since 1977 and we moved to Saint Paul Les Dax in the South Aquitaine departement of the Landes.
We have considerable experience of living and getting by in France and I'm looking forward to being able to assist any newcomers get through the inevitable trails and tribulations of settling in this wonderful country and helping you enjoy the french peoples rich culture and awesome way of life.
Amitiés
Phil
(I beat your time here by a few years!
)
Oct 14th 2015, 6:43 pm
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hello everyone, my name is Marie and i am moving to France with my husband, son,daughter in law and my father in Dec 2016 hopefully
Looking forward to chatting with you all, and learning all i can about France
Looking forward to chatting with you all, and learning all i can about France
Oct 14th 2015, 8:08 pm
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Post any questions in the main part of the forum below (click on "New Thread") and we'll be happy to help!
Dec 3rd 2015, 12:26 pm
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hi I just joined yesterday as we are hoping to buy a property in France sometime in the next couple of years.
At the moment it is more fantasy than anything else and having found a similar forum very useful in providing a reality slap when we migrated to Australia (were there for 5 years and returned to Scotland in 2013)
The plan is a semi-rural or small village property with access to mountain biking/skiing - it will be a holiday home for the first couple of years as we have a son in school and would not disrupt him again and we would then probably split our time - working in the UK when we needed to but spending longer and longer periods not working until we can fully retire (10-15 years off)
At some point we'd decide where to retire permanently to - having lived overseas I know there can be a big gap between fantasy and reality!!
We have traveled extensively in France over the years but have only ever snowboarded in the Alps so heading to the Pyrenees in February, the cost of flights and property in the Alps puts us off, especially as we would be limited to school holidays for the first few years.
At the moment it is more fantasy than anything else and having found a similar forum very useful in providing a reality slap when we migrated to Australia (were there for 5 years and returned to Scotland in 2013)
The plan is a semi-rural or small village property with access to mountain biking/skiing - it will be a holiday home for the first couple of years as we have a son in school and would not disrupt him again and we would then probably split our time - working in the UK when we needed to but spending longer and longer periods not working until we can fully retire (10-15 years off)
At some point we'd decide where to retire permanently to - having lived overseas I know there can be a big gap between fantasy and reality!!
We have traveled extensively in France over the years but have only ever snowboarded in the Alps so heading to the Pyrenees in February, the cost of flights and property in the Alps puts us off, especially as we would be limited to school holidays for the first few years.
Dec 3rd 2015, 2:02 pm
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Hi I just joined yesterday as we are hoping to buy a property in France sometime in the next couple of years.
At the moment it is more fantasy than anything else and having found a similar forum very useful in providing a reality slap when we migrated to Australia (were there for 5 years and returned to Scotland in 2013)
The plan is a semi-rural or small village property with access to mountain biking/skiing - it will be a holiday home for the first couple of years as we have a son in school and would not disrupt him again and we would then probably split our time - working in the UK when we needed to but spending longer and longer periods not working until we can fully retire (10-15 years off)
At some point we'd decide where to retire permanently to - having lived overseas I know there can be a big gap between fantasy and reality!!
We have traveled extensively in France over the years but have only ever snowboarded in the Alps so heading to the Pyrenees in February, the cost of flights and property in the Alps puts us off, especially as we would be limited to school holidays for the first few years.
At the moment it is more fantasy than anything else and having found a similar forum very useful in providing a reality slap when we migrated to Australia (were there for 5 years and returned to Scotland in 2013)
The plan is a semi-rural or small village property with access to mountain biking/skiing - it will be a holiday home for the first couple of years as we have a son in school and would not disrupt him again and we would then probably split our time - working in the UK when we needed to but spending longer and longer periods not working until we can fully retire (10-15 years off)
At some point we'd decide where to retire permanently to - having lived overseas I know there can be a big gap between fantasy and reality!!
We have traveled extensively in France over the years but have only ever snowboarded in the Alps so heading to the Pyrenees in February, the cost of flights and property in the Alps puts us off, especially as we would be limited to school holidays for the first few years.
As this is a Thread for Introductions and your post will get swallowed up by the following ones, post again in the main forum below ("New Thread" top left), and we'll answer any queries as best possible! You've got the right attitude concerning not disrupting your son's education! If your future property is to be a "retirement and forever more" home, then you shouldn't be too far from medical care (doctor, pharmacy, hospital). From experience, once at retirement age, one tends to consult more often and rural areas tend to be "medical deserts".
Once again, Welcome!
Dec 4th 2015, 7:59 am
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Re: Introduction Thread (Somewhere to say Hi)
Mornin' Milady.
My initial advice is, if you're buying a holiday home avoid any of the communes listed here
Surtaxe sur les résidences secondaires : la liste complète des 1.150 villes concernées
or you could find it a very expensive fantasy. But do come over and see us in the main French forum.
My initial advice is, if you're buying a holiday home avoid any of the communes listed here
Surtaxe sur les résidences secondaires : la liste complète des 1.150 villes concernées
or you could find it a very expensive fantasy. But do come over and see us in the main French forum.