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Bonjours Provence & Paris Enthusiasts,

Just returned from France...oh my...love that weather, especially in Provence. For those of you who are following my renovation tale....I continue the family apartment approach to "A Year in Provence". Walls are now standing, rough plumbing is visible and... I met with my darling architect twice on this trip. I'm beginning to now believe our renovations will be our Christmas gift. Ah... but life at the Chateau with my friends the Marshall's is well worth the wait. (see their chateau homes for rent (le Valentien and Le Fauvette). Oui, bien sur.. c'est France.

Great news for you adventurers who love to tour France but worry about driving and the language. During my trip last month, I met up with a friend who has launched a new business. He has a love of meeting people and driving his car. And so .... voila, a touring company is born.

TOURING PROVENCE WITH STEVE JESSEL

My trip in August will include a day with a new wine tasting and cooking school in the Sablet area. If you are looking for a day only class during your visit, I would strongly suggest a day with Lydie Marshall. I spent 6 weeks at the Chateau this year and was under her wing learning soooooo much. Day classes are available with Lydie. Just give me a call and I'll make the introduction.

BTW... if you need a place in Paris and simply can't find it posted here, email your requirements, I have about 12 additional apartments not listed.

Provence: The Firmin House that I introduced last month is now up for sale but can still be rented. It is very affordable, quiete pristine and in the Veille Village of Nyons. It is only available from May through September. If you are interested, it is now available as it is new on the market. Also in February, I was able to pick up two more great locations to rent in Piegon. One is La Bastide, a B&B (chambre d'hote) and La Rouvierre country apartments. The B&B, a delightful home with a grand entrance and lovely rooms also having a fabulous pool with cabana. Dorothy who speaks beautiful English, Dutch, German and French. Of course, I can only attest to the English as I wouldn't call my French beautiful. She then introduced me to Kurt, manager of a country place hosting 4 independent apartments. All quiet large and lovely.

For the most affordable car rental, use this link or the cute Kemwel car in the right column. They are big on matching prices. You pay in US dollars and... they seem to always upgrade my customers, including me. My last trip I ordered a VW Golf automatic, they first gave me a Tuson Hyundai which I traded for an A180 Mercedes. Oo la la ... not that was great little gem. I want one.

For those of you who need euros, this is the time to trade. Call me, or send me an email. I'll walk you through the process. I've been using HiFX. They are simply great. It's painless and they give advice on when to trade.

With thoughts of renovations or buying another pied a terre, I spotted this lovely country farmhouse. I can put you in touch with a realtor who speaks English if you are interested. Check it out. FOR SALE: Country Farmhouse

A bientot!

If you have questions, send me an email.

Bien Amicalement,

Carol

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