Equestrian
The cost of agricultural land averages around €10,000 per hectare in France and the cost of upkeep of horses is lower than in the UK. This is why Midi-Pyrénées and Poitou-Charentes attract those seeking equestrian homes.
As with farming properties, location is all about the quality of the grass. The far south can be hot in summer! The rule of thumb is to buy a hectare per horse – double the amount required in the UK. Whatever equestiran disclipline interests you, you'll find properties to suit.
Prices range from around €200,000 for houses with land, through to around €5 million for studs, liveries, competition or racing yards and châteaux with hundreds of hectares.
Martin Sheach, Leggett's equestrian expert, says: “The typical buyer who is moving over with their horses enquires initially about the equestrian facilities. Then they ask about the features and quality of the property.”
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Beautiful 4 bedroom house in Montaigu de Quercy, Tarn et Garonne. Ideal for horse lovers with equestrian facilities, gîte, swimming pool, surrounded by 22 hectares, most fenced & paddocked. Just outside a busy village.
€424,000
3 Storey 5 bedroom country house in Bossay Sur Claise, Indre et Loire, Centre. 15 hectare estate with swimming pool, gites, stables for 21 horses, training track, workshops, tennis court, spa and kennels. Reduced from €795,000
€630,700