Chris Slade describes the son et lumiere presentation at the abbey of Bon Repos called "Le Pays de Conomor" in Brittany, which takes place during the first two weeks of August.
Category: House and Home
Crime in France – Don’t let a burglary spoil your holiday
Thinking of a holiday? As an expat, do you ever think of protecting your French home while away? Well, protection from burglary is essential, even in France. Take some precautions to avoid becoming the latest statistic.
Ruins in France – what to do with them
Nicola and her husband have purchased a small ruin, which has until now been attached to their house but fallen into ruin over the years because of the French inheritance laws.
What should they do with their Brittany ruin now they have bought it?
Time to enjoy ‘la belle vue’
Since moving to our home in Pouançay, Gérald and I had been wondering what to do with the space that had been semi created prior to our arrival. A lovely spot to the side of the house where one can enjoy the sun. We are very happy with the results…
See our new terrace, built from the traditional tuffeau stone of our region
A trip to Ikea in Rennes
Ikea opened a furniture store in Rennes a couple of years ago and Nicola has just bought a chest of drawers and has been challenged by her husband to build it – the prize being that Mark will tackle the weeks’ ironing if she is successful.
Find out if Nicola wins the challenge and builds her French Ikea furniture
