Family-Friendly Holidays

Stylish rusticity and everything on tap, for walkers, cyclists and families in the green heart of Brittany - and the loveliest young hosts

For families, foodies and lovers of fine countryside, architecture and people – come to relax by the elegant pool, come for a cookery course

Immerse yourself, luxuriously, in beautiful rural Picardy – mirabelle jam, peaceful parkland, walking in the hills – near historic Amiens

A big relaxed retreat for family and friends in the gentle heart of Provence with an off-the-beaten-track feel

Smart, sumptuous barns surrounded by fields. Tip-top kitchens, open-plan living and bold art. Derbyshire Dales at your feet, good pubs too

A converted coach house full of curious artefacts and character in a quiet hamlet close to Tiverton

Steam in the hot tub, gaze over crashing waves or later stars. Inside is swish, kids play in their games room, dinner is in view of the sea

Supremely comfortable cottage for families on a quiet lane in the New Forest, with an excellent pub a short stroll away

Stylish eco barns with generous hampers – Eco Barn sleeps 8, Hay Barn 2. Close to village, beach and pub, with friendly owners close by

Eco swimming pool, solar panels, a farmhouse with funky yurts and finca casitas with open-air kitchens, two mins from white sandy beach

In the stunning village of Puligny-Montrachet surrounded by vineyards, a 15th-century château for wine lovers, history seekers & gourmands

A delightful hostess and gem of a village home, from grand piano to organic potager and pool. Market-fresh meals pair with Beaujolais wines

Deep in the Cahors vineyards, a smartly modernised family apartment with all the trimmings. Extra treats: a restaurant and pottery workshop

A fine old house full of character, with smart inviting bedrooms spread over 2 floors and a games room in the barn. Perfect for a party

Two gorgeous cottages and an annexe in peaceful Anglesey. Explore the magical gardens, relax by the wood-burner, sleep under Welsh blankets

Cool stone floors glow, food is fantastic, and the long pool beneath orange trees is a delight - all is harmony here, despite the road

Charming cottage in a vast garden with a swimming pool and boule; walk to the nearest village, drive to Côte d'Azur in less than an hour

In the middle of Cornwall, a handsome Edwardian house with big garden, sunlight, bright colours, and space galore for couples and families.