Becky & Darren from Mes Maisons and Villa Bellevue

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It all began with a desire to create a better life—for ourselves and for Flossy, our much-loved dog. We didn’t want to leave her home alone while we worked full-time in London, so we took a leap of faith: we rented out our three-bedroom home and escaped the rat race.

Fifteen years later, we’re mortgage-free, living in France and running three beautiful holiday properties. What began as a lifestyle change has become a life we could once only dream about.

Now, we’d love to share our experience and inspire others who are considering a similar adventure.

Come and “test-drive” life in France. Experience the lifestyle for yourself, explore the possibilities and discover whether your own French dream could become a reality.

If you truly want to escape the rat race, you can create a life less ordinary—in the location of your dreams.