Varaire 46260, Varaire
Varaire, France
Guide Price
$292,992
254,400 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
1843
Description
Au coeur du village de Varaire, étape prisée du chemin de Compostelle, propriété quercynoise de caractère avec granges et terrain attenant de 3 414 m2 arboré, clôturé et soigneusement entretenu, comprenant verger, poulailler et citerne d'eau.<br>La maison principale en pierre, entièrement rénovée en 2021, développe 111 m2 habitables. Elle offre un séjour prolongé par une véranda lumineuse, équipé d'un poêle à bois et d'une pompe à chaleur, bénéficiant d'une exposition plein sud et de menuiseries triple vitrage. La cuisine, neuve et entièrement équipée, complète cet espace de vie convivial. L'espace nuit comprend deux chambres, un bureau, une salle d'eau avec double vasque et douche à l'italienne, ainsi que des WC séparés.<br>En rez-de-chaussée, caves comprenant une cuisine d'été, une buanderie et une pièce aménageable offrant un potentiel complémentaire.<br>Attenante à la maison, une remarquable grange en pierre sur deux niveaux d'environ 170 m2 avec atelier. Deux grangettes supplémentaires à usage de garages viennent compléter l'ensemble.<br> Propriété authentique au fort potentiel, idéale pour projet familial, activité d'accueil ou résidence de caractère dans un environnement calme et recherché.<br>
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Varaire
Morning baguettes from the corner boulangerie, two-hour lunches with wine that no one apologizes for, and the slow realization that the French were right about everything involving food.
Visa
Talent Passport (Passeport Talent) — multiple categories for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and researchers. Qualified employee route requires min €39,582/yr salary. Valid up to 4 years, family included. Visitor Visa (Visa Long Séjour) suits retirees with passive income — no work allowed, must prove €1,600+/mo resources.
Learn more: The Complete Guide to Moving to France→Key Fact
France has famously complex bureaucracy (the préfecture experience is legendary) but offers world-class universal healthcare, 5 weeks mandatory vacation, and excellent public infrastructure once you are in the system.
Learn more: Health Insurance for Americans Living Abroad→France at a glance
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Cost of buying in France
Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property
Closing Costs
7-10% of purchase price
- ·Notary fees: 7-8% (includes transfer taxes)
- ·Agent: 3-8% (usually included in listing price)
- ·No separate stamp duty
Annual Costs
Property Tax
€500-3,000+/yr taxe foncière (varies by commune)
Insurance
€200-500/yr
HOA / Condo Fees
€100-300/mo for apartments (charges de copropriété)
Good to Know
Agent Fees
Usually seller pays (included in listing price)
Foreign Buyer Note
No restrictions on foreign buyers. Non-residents pay 3% additional wealth tax on French property above €1.3M.
Legal help in France
Hire your own attorney — not the seller's. We'll match you with a vetted local lawyer.
Need a local attorney in France?
We'll connect you with an independent, English-speaking real estate attorney experienced with foreign buyers. Not the seller's lawyer — yours.
Contact Agent
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Next steps for moving to France
Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.
Understand the buying rules
Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.
Sort out your visa
Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.
Plan your finances
Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.
Know your tax obligations
US citizens are taxed on worldwide income. You'll need to file US taxes from abroad and may owe local taxes too.
Set up healthcare
Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.
Run the full checklist
Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.
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