Bonjour! I’m Kylie…
I live in the beautiful Poitou-Charente region of South West France having made the move back in 2016. Think of me as your local Francophile living the French dream in rural France with my hubby Richard and border collie Lottie.
I started this site to help you discover this wonderful part of France. I’ll show you the best places to stay, tours to enjoy, and restaurants to eat at. I cover everything about life in France, from visiting wineries & chateaux to shopping at the daily markets and boulangeries.
So whether you’re planning the vacation of a lifetime or looking to move to France, I’m here to make things easy.
What you’ll find here
The French Alps in Winter
The Podcast For People Who Love France! 🇫🇷
From the depths of rural France join me, Kylie, as I guide you through the trials and tribulations of French country life.
Hear the stories from other expats, how they’ve started new lives, set up businesses, renovated properties or retired in this wonderful region of France.
And discover hidden gems to visit, the stories of France and its fascinating history and the culture of the French that has so many people fascinated.
Filling your life with a little dose of French sunshine one episode at a time.
Latest on the blog
- Château de Chantilly: The Inspiration For Molière, Host to Kings, and the World’s Best Cream
- A Walk Up Rue Lepic: The Montmartre Street Where Artists, Windmills, and Café Culture Meet
- The 10 Most Expensive Hotels in Paris. Which One Would You Pick?
- Stepping Into a Medieval Movie Set: What Makes Carcassonne So Special?
- The French Pastry Guide You Didn’t Know You Needed (With a Twist!)
- Château d’Amboise: Where Kings Ruled, Plots Unfolded, and Leonardo da Vinci Took His Final Breath
- The 25 Most Famous Streets In Paris To Visit + Bonus Map!
- Rue Montorgueil, The Street in Paris That Food Lovers Can’t Miss
- Pâtisserie Stohrer: The Oldest Bakery in Paris
- First Time in Paris? Don’t miss these Stunning Eiffel Tower Photo Spots (Most Tourists Miss Them!)
- 10 Historical Spots in France That Take You Back in Time (and aren’t in Paris)
- Pont du Gard Has Stood for 2,000 Years – But Why?
Are You A True Francophile With a Passion for France? Take the Quiz To Find Out!
Does your heart skip a beat for baguettes, Bordeaux, and beautiful French villages? Do you love to spend time in Parisian cafés or look for hidden gems in Provence.
Find out just how deep your love for France really goes. This quiz will reveal whether you’re a die-hard Francophile or just dipping your toes in French water.
