French Lifestyle Dream in the Loire Valley

Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Annie Sargent

History, Art, Lifestyle, Travel, Paris, Places & Travel, Culture, Tour, Language, Monuments, Society & Culture, Visit, France

4.6 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 10 August 2025

⏱️ 59 minutes

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Summary

Have you ever dreamed of owning a home in France? In From Paris to Saumur: Real Estate Dreams and Travel Tips for France Lovers, host Annie Sargent sits down with guest David Palachek to talk about making that dream a reality—and all the adventures along the way.

David shares how he and his partner fell in love with Saumur, right in the heart of the Loire Valley. They bought a home in the center of town, surrounded by history, wine culture, and beautiful châteaux. Annie and David swap tips for exploring the region, including visits to Candes-Saint-Martin, Montsoreau, Fontevraud-l’Abbaye, the Château of Langeais, and the gardens of Villandry.

Before heading to Saumur, David spent time in Paris and stayed at the Off Paris Seine, a floating hotel he loved for its unique design and great location. They also talk about the Cadre Noir, France’s prestigious equestrian school, and why it’s a must-visit for horse lovers.

This episode blends personal stories, travel recommendations, and cultural insights for anyone dreaming about French life or planning a Loire Valley trip.

Subscribe to the Join Us in France Travel Podcast for weekly inspiration, practical tips, and authentic stories that will help you explore France like a local. Whether you’re a traveler, a future expat, or just curious about French culture, this episode will make you want to pack your bags.

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0:00.0	This is Join us in France episode 558, 558.
0:21.7	Bonjour, I'm Annie Sargent, and join us in France is the podcast where we take a conversational
0:26.5	journey through the beauty, culture, and flavors of France.
0:30.6	Today, I bring you a conversation with David Palachek about reconnecting with France,
0:35.8	exploring Paris, and the adventure of real estate shopping in the Loire Valley.
0:41.1	If you've ever dreamed of living in France or want insider tips on travel, culture, and making big life changes,
0:49.5	this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice you will not want to miss.
0:55.0	This podcast runs on chocolate, teen, caffeine, and the support of wonderful humans like you.
1:00.8	You book itinerary consults, take my voice map tours, write shotgun in my electric car,
1:06.7	come to the boot camp, or slip me a few euros on Patreon and I love you for it.
1:12.3	Want to keep me going and skip the ads? There's a link for that in the show notes.
1:17.4	Head to join us in France.com for a slash boutique to purchase any of my services. And thank you so
1:24.0	much. For the magazine part of the podcast, after my chat with David today,
1:28.4	I'll discuss the Eiffel Tower's secret engine and a milestone in the restoration of Notre Dame.
1:35.9	Want all the links and the full episode transcript? You'll find everything on the page that lists
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1:47.3	And if you'd like a handy summary of the conversation with all the useful links,
1:52.5	subscribe to the newsletter at join us in France.com for a slash newsletter.
1:57.5	It's the best way to stay in the loop.
2:09.3	Thank you. It's the best way to stay in the loop. Bonjour David Palachic and welcome back to join us in France.
2:13.9	Ah, good, Annie, it's all.
2:15.8	It's all.
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