Sara Garcia's selection of French property for sale

About my area

We are a mother and son team based in the fabulous Dordogne countryside in Nouvelle Aquitaine, nestled between the popular towns Bordeaux, Bergerac and Périgueux and only a short distance from the stunning medieval town Saint-Emilion with its surrounding vineyards.   The Dordogne is situated in southwest France and is famous for its prehistoric caves and of course it’s wine. It’s a popular area for outdoor activities such as canoeing and horse-riding as well as rambling and foraging for mushrooms. There are picture-perfect villages throughout as well as gorgeous chateaux and it is a must visit location for bird-watchers who may be able to spot the rare and elusive Hoopoes who have settled here. We are also lucky to have lakes and rivers throughout the region and the tallest sand dune in Europe, the Dune of Pilat, is located in Archachon, southwest of the neighbouring Bordeaux.

About me

My family moved to the Dordogne 17 years ago from London, England. Moving from the city to the countryside was a bit of a culture shock but one I soon got over when I was welcomed to the village with gifts of farmyard animals and wine. I enjoyed becoming part of local life by joining various village committees, going to my four children's sporting events and buying my groceries in the local markets. Living in France has been a dream come true and I still enjoy a little taste of city life in Bordeaux and Bergerac but now my heart belongs to the countryside with its forests, lakes and rivers. I wouldn't change a thing!