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Snow Adventures - Winter in Chamonix
Emma S

Snow Adventures - Winter in Chamonix

Photo courtesy of Ski.com Winter in the Chamonix Valley is nothing but spectacular. So whilst travel this year to our favourite Winter...
Holidays are just the start of getting to know the locals, for this international August family
Emma S

Holidays are just the start of getting to know the locals, for this international August family

"Our August homes will be our base when we explore the world as we like to experience the local culture, visit local towns, experience...
Spending quality time together is what holidays are all about for this August family from Surrey
Emma S

Spending quality time together is what holidays are all about for this August family from Surrey

"The opportunity to completely unwind from work and spend time with the family is very important for us. Everything is taken care of...
How does August work? You, relax, we do all the work
Emma S

How does August work? You, relax, we do all the work

To own second homes, co-ownership is a much better option as it allows you to increase your buying power, lower costs and increase access...
How our latest committed family, Peter, discovered a better way to holiday home ownership
Emma S

How our latest committed family, Peter, discovered a better way to holiday home ownership

Families tend to come across August during their overseas home search and for a lot of people, their intrigue in the August concept gets...
The Perfect South of France long-weekend
Emma S

The Perfect South of France long-weekend

The August community has the art of travel perfected to a tee. We share the passion for travel and love of culture, and just like you,...
Discover the August Signature Collection
Emma S

Discover the August Signature Collection

The August Collection concept is simple. Five beautifully designed homes in five highly sought-after European locations. All the benefits...
Introducing our new August family, Fiona & David
Emma S

Introducing our new August family, Fiona & David

"Every aspect of holiday home ownership that is important to us has already been carefully thought through by August." - Fiona & David...
Presenting your Provence home
Emma S

Presenting your Provence home

For many, owning holiday homes is merely just a dream but with August, we're helping more and more families all around the world turn...
Presenting your Chamonix home
Emma S

Presenting your Chamonix home

We started August with the vision to help families own beautiful homes in the most luxury locations, allowing families a new way to...
Colin and Tracy recently joined August with their handsome furry pal - Seamus
Emma S

Colin and Tracy recently joined August with their handsome furry pal - Seamus

"The whole family is very excited about Seamus being able to come along on holidays. He attracts a lot of attention with his looks and...
How to become an August co-owner
Emma S

How to become an August co-owner

Dreaming about your holiday home? Many people around the world think about it every day but find they are stopped in their tracks when...
When dream homes turn into nightmares - The harsh reality of owning holiday homes abroad
Emma S

When dream homes turn into nightmares - The harsh reality of owning holiday homes abroad

A first-hand account from overseas property industry expert of 25 years experience. The reality of owning holiday homes is no longer a...
The August Way - What is takes to become an August home
Emma S

The August Way - What is takes to become an August home

When we started August, our aim was to have you and your family at the heart of everything. With this still firmly our mission, we move...
Holidays made easy with August
Emma S

Holidays made easy with August

August is an alternative way of owning holiday homes. We take care of all typical home ownership hassles, allowing you to enjoy your...
Meet Juliana and Martijn - our latest family to join the Signature Collection
Emma S

Meet Juliana and Martijn - our latest family to join the Signature Collection

For Juliana and Martijn, the idea of whisking their family away without too much baggage to enjoy the great outdoors will soon be a...
Your Chamonix home - Reveal sneak peek
Emma S

Your Chamonix home - Reveal sneak peek

Sunset views of Mont Blanc from our terrace It was only a few months ago that we first started telling you about the renovation of our...
Bringing the most unique Jazz festival to you - The CosmoJazz Festival
Emma S

Bringing the most unique Jazz festival to you - The CosmoJazz Festival

The CosmoJazz Festival is loved by the international Jazz scene but you don't have to be an admirer of Jazz to enjoy this special event....
August is the different way of owning a second home
Emma S

August is the different way of owning a second home

The desire of owning second homes have not only increased but is now becoming a reality for a lot of families despite the current...
Mougins - The charming art Provence village
Emma S

Mougins - The charming art Provence village

Whether you're a lover of art or not, we are sure you'll have a great day out in the village of Mougins. Just 10 minutes from your...
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