We spoke with Sarah , who moved to the Dordogne in 2020 after leaving the UK in search of a slower, more balanced way of life. Like many people considering a move to France, she weighed up several regions before settling on the Dordogne, a decision shaped by lifestyle, affordability, and a desire to feel part of a real, working community rather than a tourist hotspot. Below, Sarah shares why she decided to make the move, what drew her specifically to the Dordogne, and what e

The Dordogne is one of those rare parts of France that seems to capture everything people dream about when they imagine a life here. Rolling countryside, golden-stone villages, historic châteaux, slow local markets and a deeply rooted way of life all combine to create a region that feels both timeless and welcoming. Located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwest France, the Dordogne has long been a favourite with British, Dutch and increasingly American buyers , ret