by Lise Gerson Lohman | 16 Jun 2023
You don’t have to travel far from our peaceful sanctuary to step back in time and walk the halls of French royalty. While the Charente is celebrated for its quiet country lanes, sun-drenched vineyards, and sleepy stone villages, it also holds secrets of immense...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 5 Jan 2024
Step back into a world where stone tells stories and horizons are defined by ancient fortifications. If you have ever dreamed of standing on the ramparts of a castle that has witnessed the passage of centuries, the Château de Villebois-Lavalette Click to open side...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 7 Oct 2024
There is something deeply captivating about standing among ancient stones that have witnessed centuries of French history, especially when they overlook an ocean of rolling vineyards. While the peaceful fields surrounding Yviers provide a tranquil escape, the Charente...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 19 Apr 2025
Deep in the heart of the Dordogne, not far from the tranquil landscapes we love, lies a place that resonates with a history of glamour, courage, and infinite spirit: the Château des Milandes. This magnificent estate was the home of one of the 20th century’s most...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 20 Dec 2025
Have you ever stumbled upon a place so magnificent that it feels like a dream frozen in stone? If you are wandering through the Charente, seeking the extraordinary, you must turn your gaze toward the Château de la Mercerie in Magnac-Lavalette-Villars. Often whispered...
