Wednesday, July 31, 2019

An Antidote to Fed Day Babble and Spew: 20 French Properties as seen in Country Life

"Antidote definition - a remedy to counteract the effects of poison."

There is an awful lot of opinion masquerading as analysis regarding today's quarter-point rate cut and the comments of the Chairman.
And when said awful commentary rose to toxic levels I decided to see if there were any attractive residential properties available.
From Country Life, July 1:

20 of the most beautiful properties for sale across France, as seen in Country Life 
Calvados, France – €620,000

Built in 1731 this elegant 5 bedroom Chateau has been renovated with modern comforts. It lies close to the famouse town of Balleroy and just 15 minutes from historic Bayeau.
For sale with Leggett Prestige. See more pictures and details about this property.
You can smell the apples.


Vaucluse, France – €1,500,000

Stately 16th century, 10 bed / 7 bath château set in 27.5Ha of grounds including woodland and with substantial outbuildings. Situated in the historic Anjou region of Pays de la Loire.
For sale with Leggett Prestige. See more pictures and details about this property.
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At that price, check the roof, those mansards can be a pain.

Babble & Spew, a whiff of the Dickensian eh? Not on the level of the Firm of Scrooge & Marley, of course, but definitely a cut above Dombey and Son.
"Here at Babble & Spew we believe..."