A Sewanee woman and her daughter found themselves sitting on their hands at a Christie's auction in New York City in January, trying not to accidentally bid while they were gawking at the going rate ...

Both are still going strong, but – rather like the French Alpine resort itself – they have evolved over the years to cater for changing tastes. An exploratory walk round the busy village centre ...

It can be as simple as updating throw pillows, creating a patterned accent wall, or adding small decorative accessories. The French chateau-inspired vibe can be mixed with other popular aesthetics, ...

The house also benefits from "additional storage with a good-sized shed and large garage". The property is set to go under auction through Prime Property Auctions at a guide price of £195,000.