Buying a holiday home in France – enjoy and invest

Buying a holiday home in the Dordogne – peace, return and charm

Anyone looking to buy a holiday home in the Dordogne is choosing a region full of authenticity, comfort and investment value.
The Dordogne and the neighbouring Lot are among the most beautiful and beloved regions in France. Their rolling hills, vineyards, and medieval villages attract thousands of visitors every year.

What makes the Dordogne-Lot region so attractive:

• Beautiful nature: rivers, forests, hiking trails and historic villages such as Rocamadour and Sarlat.
• Strong rental market: thanks to growing tourism, the occupancy rate is high.
• Good accessibility: via the A20 motorway and airports such as Bergerac, Brive and Toulouse.
• Affordable investment: lower real estate prices than in the South of France, with a similar return.

Buying a holiday home in the Dordogne means enjoying peace, nature and security – and an attractive return through rental.

Holiday homes with FranceComfort in the Dordogne-Lot

FranceComfort has been active in this region for many years with two of its most appreciated parks:

• FranceComfort – Domaine de Lanzac
  A spacious park on a hill with a breathtaking view over the Dordogne valley. The park has several swimming pools, a restaurant and an attractive terrace. The spacious villas are modernly furnished and are spread over the grounds, guaranteeing privacy and tranquillity.

• FranceComfort – Village des Cigales
  A charming park in the Lot, surrounded by nature, vineyards and historic villages. Here you will find comfortable holiday apartments with large terraces, swimming pools, sports facilities and a relaxed atmosphere. Ideal for families and investors looking for a stable return.

Whether you are looking for a home for your own use or an investment with rental income, FranceComfort offers a safe and profitable option.

Financial and legal guidance on purchase

Buying a house in France requires knowledge of the local rules. FranceComfort works with reliable partners and notaries who will guide you through the entire process.

What you can expect:

• Guidance from A to Z: from viewing to transfer at the French notary.
• Contracts: You will receive the contracts in Dutch so that you know exactly what you are buying.
• Notary: You can sign all documents with a Dutch or Belgian notary who specializes in French law.
• Buyer's costs: take into account approximately 7-8% in additional notary fees and taxes for existing homes. The costs are considerably lower for new-build homes.
• Financing: possible through your own resources or, for example, the surplus value of your home – we will be happy to put you in touch with experts.
• Taxes: annual levies (taxe foncière and taxe d'habitation); we advise on tax benefits for rental.
• Tax and administrative guidance: You will also receive tax and administrative guidance after purchase.

Thanks to our experience in property and rental, you can be sure that you are well informed and can buy with confidence.

Frequently asked questions about buying in the Dordogne-Lot

1. What are the additional costs when buying a holiday home in France?
In addition to the purchase price, there are notary fees and taxes of about 7–8% for an existing property. We give you a clear overview of all costs.

2. Can I rent out my property through FranceComfort?
Yes, we take care of the entire rental – from promotion to cleaning and administration – so that you achieve a return without any worries.

3. Who takes care of maintenance and supervision?
Our teams in France take care of maintenance, garden care and supervision, even when you are not there yourself.

4. Can I use my home myself?
Certainly, many owners combine personal use with rental. You decide how often and when the property is available.

5. How does the purchase process work?
FranceComfort accompanies you step by step: from initial orientation to signing at the notary and handover of the key.