Searching the Spanish Seaside

After traveling throughout Europe as a young man, American Ira Leifer fell in love with France and dreamed of returning to live there one day. When home prices hit an all time high in Washington DC, Ira took the opportunity to sell his home for a good sum at settlement. However, with the value of the dollar diminishing, he's anxious to finally make his move to France. Will he go for something in the wine country or a more urban setting?