French property mortgages in Bordeaux

The port city of Bordeaux in southwest France is synonymous for its wine production, with an annual production of over 700 million bottles. However, there is so much more that Bordeaux has to offer other than its wine; French mortgages for property in the region are a favourable choice for many Britons buying property abroad.

Bordeaux is located close to the European Atlantic coast with the city itself built on a bend of the river Garonne. It is divided into two parts, the right bank (east) and left bank (west). Given its location the city has an oceanic climate with mild winters and warm summers, making it an ideal location to invest in a French property mortgage, whether for a second home or perhaps as a rental property.

As the sixth largest city in France, Bordeaux has managed to retain many of its historical features - the old part of the city has in fact been protected by the UNESCO World Heritage List where it is described as an "outstanding urban and architectural ensemble" of the 18th century. Due to its famous architecture from this period, Bordeaux is a haven for tourists and film-makers alike; all of which is great news for those looking to invest in a rental property.

If you are looking to buy a French property mortgage for a place in Bordeaux there is a definite trend that can be seen - the city centre tends to be occupied mostly by the French and the more rural areas on the outskirts are favoured by the Brits. The village of St-Emilion is one such place, it is a typically picturesque French village with medieval houses and narrow streets, lying 35km north-east of Bordeaux. This trend for Brits to purchase outside the city has increased the prices of property in the suburbs.

With improved rail connections to and from the UK, the popularity of Bordeaux looks certain to remain at a steady high. If you are looking for a French mortgage or perhaps a re-mortgage for property in Bordeaux, then the expert overseas mortgage specialists at Conti are on hand to help through every step of the French property mortgage process.