Presentation of the Périgueux branch
Périgord Sotheby's International Realty, opened in 2023 by Marie Céline Chavanne, is ideally located in the heart of Périgueux's historic district, right next to the cathedral. This remarkable location is in a region that has inspired many artists.
Comprising a team of 19 members, including three sales agents, the Périgueux branch is strongly committed to its French and international clientele. Multilingualism is a fundamental characteristic of the staff, who are fluent in French, English and Spanish.
Experts in real estate transactions, seasonal rentals and rental management, the team members have unrivalled knowledge of prestige real estate in the Périgord region. The agency's property portfolio ranges from farmhouses and townhouses to manor houses and chateaux.
The Périgueux real estate market
With the widespread adoption of telecommuting in the wake of Covid-19, a new way of working has emerged. This has given many buyers the opportunity to relocate to the hinterland, in a more spacious home with one or two rooms converted into an office.
In a dynamic real estate market, the agency's customers are looking for properties with outdoor space, such as a house with a terrace. In regions such as the Gers, Tarn or Haute-Garonne, they are attracted by the proximity of airports and aspire to a change of lifestyle, seeking to fall in love with a particular building.
An elevated location with a magnificent view of the Pyrenees, or proximity to a village with all amenities, as well as several hectares of land, are sought-after criteria. The presence of a swimming pool has become a standard feature of the properties on offer.
The region's clientele includes French citizens looking for a pied-à-terre or main residence, as well as European and international buyers from the USA, South Africa and New Zealand.
Périgueux : histoire et patrimoine
As the capital of Périgord, the city of Périgueux has a rich history spanning over 200 years, with no fewer than 44 buildings listed or classified as Monuments Historiques. Its origins date back to the Roman occupation in the 1st century BC.
A visit to the historic heart of Périgueux must include a detour to the Tour Mataguerre and the medieval quarter, in particular the famous Saint-Front cathedral, in honor of the evangelizer of Périgord. Dominating the heart of the city, it was restored by architect Paul Abadie and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nearby is the ancient Gallo-Roman city of Vesunna, built on the remains of a large Gallo-Roman residence, the domus de Vésone, which boasts exceptional archaeological collections.
The culture of the South-West is renowned for its art of living, characterized by conviviality, generous sunshine and excellent cuisine featuring local produce. The region is home to a multitude of market gardens, foie gras markets and truffle markets, where you can sample local specialties such as foie gras, goose and duck confits and magrets, as well as truffles.
Périgueux has an abundance of quality restaurants. At the foot of Saint-Front cathedral, the L'Essentiel restaurant, run by Eric Vidal, offers delicious traditional cuisine that can be enjoyed on a lovely terrace with patio. Christine Maurence's cuisine at La Taula, a traditional gastronomic restaurant, showcases Périgord specialties and market produce.
Sotheby's International Realty's worldwide network of agencies is a valuable resource for customers, thanks to its broad portfolio of properties. Sotheby's also relies on its real estate agents, renowned for their unrivalled expertise and exceptional support.
