Limousin, France - A Place in the Sun

Limousin, France Jean Johansson

Jean Johansson is helping photographer Sue and singer Chris find their dream home in the north of Limousin. They fell in love with this beautiful and historic region, popularly known as the Lake District of France, over ten years ago, and have been holidaying there in their motorhome ever since. Now, with a top budget of £90,000, they’re looking for a property with plenty of parking and outside space, which they can eventually retire to with their two dogs. Jean has 5 fantastic options for them to see but will any hit the right note and result in an offer? 

Limousin

About the area

Limousin is a historic region with its own airport that has direct flights from the UK, taking under two hours. Limousin is quiet and less populated than the tourist hot-spots. It's a rural paradise known as the Lake District of France that has over 7,000 natural lakes. 

Property 1

Four-bed house in Bussiere Poitevine

Property 1 Four-bed house in Bussiere Poitevine

This very well renovated village property is set back from the quiet village road and has an attractive countryside facing garden with a barn. On the ground floor is an open plan living room with a log burning fire, fitted kitchen and pantry. The four bedrooms can be found upstairs with two bathrooms. Find more from the agent here.

Valued at £90,000 at the time of filming.

Property 2

Two-bed house in Bellac

Property 2 Two-bed house in Bellac

Bellac is the largest village with 3,808 inhabitants and the town is located 8 minutes from this property. Set in a quiet hamlet, this detached house has south-west facing garden with a lovely decking area. Inside are two bedrooms, one with an en-suite, and one full bathroom. Find more from the agent here.

Valued at £69,000 at the time of filming.

Property 3

Three-bed house in Sussac

Property 3 Three-bed house in Sussac

This family home has two cellars under the main house and three outbuildings for conversion or storage. On the ground floor is a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and spacious lounge. As well as an internal entrance to the first floor, there is a separate entrance at the side of the house, leading to a further two bedrooms, a bathroom and kitchen/diner, creating perfect B&B potential. Find more from the agent here.

Valued at £90,000 at the time of filming.

Property 4

Three-bed house in Magnac-Laval

Property 4 Three-bed house in Magnac-Laval

This property is set on a large 4,000m2 plot with an outhouse which could be used as a studio. Inside there are three bedrooms and one bathroom. There is space for a motorhome on the grounds and all the necessary amenities are just five minutes away. Find more from the agent here.

Valued at £89,091 at the time of filming.

Property 5

Three-bed house in Cussac

Property 5 Three-bed house in Cussac

This home is located in the little town of Cussac with 1,235 inhabitants. Ideal for nature lovers, there are lots of walking trails nearby as well as a big lake. The inside of the property is light and airy with very little work needed, just an update to the kitchen and bathroom. Outside are three separate garden areas, a vegetable patch and plenty of room for a motorhome. Find more from the agent here.

Valued at £88,182 at the time of filming.

Hot Property

Ten-bed chateau in Limoges

Hot Property Ten-bed chateau in Limoges

This incredible property consists of a chateau, an annex house with a swimming pool, old stables and 2 country houses with their barns. The beautiful 19th Century chateau has links to famous French novelists and philosophers, and has preserved the beautiful decorative elements from the time of its construction. The surrounding territory includes more than 98 acres of meadows and woods. Find out more here.

Valued at £607,273 at the time of filming.