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
- The 10 Best and Worst Day Trips to Take From Paris: Where to Go, What to Skip & How to Save Yourself Time and Money
- Why the French Celebrate Asparagus Season and What Happens at Fête de l’Asperge
- 9 Things To Do in Normandy With the Grandkids This Summer That Will Create Special Memories (Not the Usual Crowded Attractions)
- The Important Change at Paris Metro Stations for 2026 That You MUST Know Before Traveling
- 9 Markets in Paris You Won’t Want To Miss: Some Are Hidden Gems Only the Parisians Know
- The Ultimate Guide to a Foodie Tour of Provence: Indulge in Fabulous French Food in the Sun Drenched Vineyards of Southern France
- Domrémy-la-Pucelle: The Village That Produced Joan of Arc, France’s Most Unlikely Heroine
- The Story of Canal Saint-Martin: The Paris Waterway Napoleon Built on a Wine Tax
- Burgundy vs Bordeaux: The Ultimate Wine Showdown Where We Reveal the Best and Worst of Each
- Your Guide to Visiting the Lavender Fields in Provence Including Some Hidden Gems Without the Crowds
- 10 Museums You Can Visit for Free on May 23: La Nuit des Musées 2026 in Paris
- 10 Places in France You May Not Know But You’ll Thank Me For Recommending (Truly Spectacular Places to Visit)
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.
