Périgord Sotheby's International Realty, opened in 2023 by Marie Céline Chavanne, is ideally located in the heart of the historic district of Périgueux, right next to the cathedral. This remarkable location in a region that has inspired many artists. Our agency continues this tradition, regularly transforming itself into an ephemeral art gallery offering our customers a unique experience.
Composed of a team of 19 members operating in our three branches as well as three agents, our agency is strongly committed to its French and international clientele. Multilingualism is a fundamental characteristic of our staff, who are fluent in French, English and Spanish.
Experts in property transactions, holiday rentals and rental management, our team has unrivalled knowledge of prestige real estate in the Périgord region. Our portfolio includes a variety of properties, from farmhouses and townhouses to manor houses and castles.
The Périgueux real estate market
With the widespread adoption of telecommuting following the Covid-19 period, a new way of working was born. This has offered many buyers the opportunity to relocate to the hinterland, in a more spacious home that can accommodate one or more rooms used as workspaces.
In a dynamic real estate market, our customers are looking for properties with outdoor space, such as a house with a terrace. In regions such as Gers, Tarn or Haute-Garonne, customers are attracted by the proximity of airports and aspire to a change of lifestyle, seeking to fall in love with a particular building. 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 and several hectares of land. The presence of a swimming pool has become a standard feature often included in the properties we offer.
Our clientele is made up of French citizens looking for a « pied-à-terre » or a main residence. We also welcome European and international buyers, notably from the United States, 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 1st century BC, during the Roman occupation of Gaul.
When visiting the historic heart of Périgueux, it's absolutely essential to make a detour to the Tour Mataguerre, which offers a breathtaking view of the city's rooftops and the Isle valley. The medieval quarter is a must-see, especially the famous Saint-Front cathedral, named after the evangelizer of Périgord. 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. Dominating the heart of the town, Saint-Front Cathedral, restored by architect Paul Abadie and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is remarkable for its Byzantine domes.
The culture of the South-West is renowned for its art de vivre, characterized by conviviality, generous sunshine and excellent cuisine featuring local produce. The region offers a multitude of places dedicated to market gardening, such as foie gras markets and truffle markets, where you can sample local specialties such as foie gras, goose and duck confits and magrets, and truffles.
The worldwide network of Sotheby's International Realty agencies is a valuable resource for our customers, offering a wide range of properties. What's more, sellers place their trust in Sotheby's because of the unrivalled expertise of our real estate agents, who offer exceptional support and anticipate all their needs.
