French Property: The 5 most popular houses for sale in January 2023

January is always a busy month for property: here are the most popular properties on our market-leading French property website France Property Shop

Well-known due to its appearance on Escape to the Chateau DIY, the magnificent Château de Saugé in Deux Sèvres is on the market – it has seven bedrooms, a vintage tea room and a British food store. On the market for €821,500

This property is in a wonderfully tranquil setting, surrounded by well-maintained gardens, orchards, meadows and woodland. It includes a beautifully renovated Quercy stone farmhouse, an adjoining barn and separate cottage, plus a swimming pool, duck pond and vegetable gardens. The property is 3 km from the nearest village which has good restaurants, events and multiple amenities, 24 minutes south of Cahors and an hour north of Toulouse airport. The owners currently live in the converted barn, with the farmhouse and cottage used for holiday lets that provide them with a healthy income. There’s also a ruined watermill by a river that borders the land and a large aviary for poultry on the 33 acres of land – making it a great property for keeping animals. On the market for €860,000

This pretty one-bed stone house is in good condition, is heated exclusively with wood and has double glazing. The furniture is included in the asking price and there’s a barn too, situated 15 km from Mayet de Montagne. On the market for €36,000

This impressive estate in the Perigord Vert includes an imposing 16 bedroom chateau, several cottages, extensive outbuildings and 70 hectares, perfect for someone looking to enjoy life in rural Dordogne. On the market for €1,049,400

In a small hamlet within the commune of Goulles, these two small houses require complete renovation, and could be made into one dwelling. There is electricity and water are at the property, although they are disconnected at present. On the market for €19,000