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
Winter in France
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
- What Happens on All Saints’ Day in France, the French Version of ‘Day of the Dead’?
- Do the French Celebrate Halloween and Is Trick-or-Treat a Thing?
- Do You Tip In France: The French Tipping Etiquette Guide for Americans & a Tipping Calculator
- 7 Masterpieces Looted from France in World War II That Have Never Been Found
- Taking the Catacombs Tour in Paris with VIP Access, a Fun Halloween Activity
- The Chapelle du Rosaire in Vence, the Masterpiece of Henri Matisse
- 5 Haunted Places in France With Ghostly Stories That Send Shivers Down Your Spine
- Rue Mouffetard, One of the Oldest Streets in Paris, Has More Than a Few Tales to Tell
- 11 Spooky Things to Do in Paris This Halloween (Chilling Adventures Await)
- Things To Do in Charente, France, and Why It’s Just As Good as the Dordogne
- Le Train Bleu: Where the Crème de la Crème of the Golden Age of Travel Began Their Train Journey
- Second Round of Protests in France on Saturday, October 24: What You Need to Know
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.
