If you have never heard of Pezenas in South France, then you should definitely put it to the top of your list as a location for a long term rental in France for 2027. Here we explain what the quaint Southern French market town of Pezenas has to offer both during the summer and the rest of the year. We have also highlighted 12 popular rental properties located in and around Pezenas, that are available for 3-12 months long term rentals during 2027 and 2028. 

If you are looking for a long term rental in the South of France, then we have a number of French Cottage properties suitable for rental all year around. At Long term rentals in France we personally inspect all the Cottages that we advertise to make sure that they are properly equipped for a long term let.

With it's mild winters and long hot summers, Perpignan is the perfect destination for find a long term rental in France. Perpignan is located on the Mediterranean coast, close to the Pyrenees mountains and the Spanish border.  Here we feature 9 long term rentals near Perpignan, France, currently available from through 2026 into 2027. 

With 10 international airports in South France operating regular flights from UK, Ireland, Sweden, Norway, continental Europe, Canada and USA; it makes moving to France an easy option if you need to plan a return trip back home or for family and friends to come over to see you. Being close to a local airport with international flights all year around, can therefore have a big bearing on where you decide to find a long term rental property in France or where you buy. Here we look at the most useful flight routes to South France during 2027, how frequently they operate and which areas of Southern France each airport serves.. 

Do you own a holiday home in France, but live in the UK or another country? Find out whether you must declare your French rental income, how furnished rental tax works and why paying tax is not necessarily a reason to leave your house empty.

If you are thinking about Moving to France in 2026 either for a long stay or a permanent move, then I would just like to pass on some tips from our own experience of relocating to France. We have lived in France for 20 years now. We have had some great days and we have had some catastrophic days. But on the whole we have had more good days than bad days. 

Explore my selection of 10 places to rent in France in 2027, based on more than 20 years of experience, local amenities, transport, climate and suitability for longer stays, local services, quality of life and my own personal observations.

Worried about French tenancy laws, tenants refusing to leave or being trapped in the wrong rental contract? Learn how foreign landlords can reduce their risks by understanding the different French rental agreements and choosing the right arrangement for the actual purpose of the stay.

The old French province of the Limousin is centered around the city of Limoges and covers the modern departments of Haute-Vienne, Corrèze and Creuse. This is one of the least densely populated areas of France and definitely the place to find cheaper long term rental properties in France.

Here we discuss, the minimum income requirements that you must meet to apply for French Residency or a Long Stay Visa for France. There are actually, 4 main criteria that you must meet on your French Residency application, but the most important on is that you have sufficient financial resources to support yourself and your family in France.

To help you find the perfect area to rent a property in France, we have prepared a list of the most popular long term rental locations in France. If you are planning a long stay in France during 2027, then let us help you find the best area to be based. This is not an exhaustive list, but from my knowledge and travels around Languedoc, Provence and the South of France, I would recommend the following 10 places as good options for long term rentals in France:

The coastal town of Marseillan has become one of the most popular places for long term rentals in the Languedoc region of South France. It is fairly easy to see why. It has access to some of the best beaches on the Languedoc coast. Marseillan also has a beautiful harbour ringed with bars and restaurants. It has an easy-going atmosphere and slow pace of life and the town has excellent transport connections.

In this article, we examine current French mortgage rates, the outlook for 2027, the state of the French property market and how foreign buyers can obtain a mortgage in France. French mortgage rates have fallen considerably from their peak in early 2024, with average interest rate on new French housing loans standing at 3.32% in August 2026, compared with 4.17% in January 2024.

Can you work remotely from France either on a long stay visa or Digital Nomad visa? Our guide explains French visa rules for remote workers, overseas employees and digital nomads, plus tax and residency issues.

Béziers is one of the best locations for long term rentals in the South of France. Situated just 10km from the Mediterranean coast, the city combines affordable accommodation, excellent transport connections and a lively historic centre. With its TGV station, international airport, restaurants, markets and everyday services, Béziers is an ideal base for an extended stay in France. Here we explore the city, the surrounding villages and a selection of houses and apartments available for long term rent.

The role of a Notaire in France is often characterised as being nothing more than a glorified tax collector. But they do provide some key services when buying a property in France. All property purchases in France must be conducted through a professionally licensed Notaire. The Notaire or Notary is a French lawyer, trained specifically in French property law.