Gites in France with Pools

A superb golden-stone house for large groups just 15 minutes from Sarlat and the Lascaux caves. Visit markets, bask by the vast pool

The perfect house and grounds for those who love real Provence - elegant, tranquil and charming, with views to the Alpilles

Immersed in vines and valleys, a glorious Girondine villa in which to gather close to Saint-Émilion – come together, walk, read, reconnect

Charmingly restored gite surrounded by rolling countryside – cycle, go wine and Armagnac tasting or stay put by the swimming pool

Great for families – splendid countryside, understated stylishness, a heated pool, ball games, great markets – 20 mins from Bergerac

Recline in stylish sofas on the veranda, sip wine and watch the children splash in the pool. Inside is ochre, cream and fabulous. Bliss

A place for lovers of off-the-track tranquillity, quiet sociability, and glorious home-grown food. Immerse yourself in the Slow Life

Relax to the sounds of birds and crickets, splash in the pool, enjoy the sunsets from the terrace. A perfect multi-generational family break

Sleep in sleigh beds in lush, legendary horsey countryside with formal gardens, woods to walk in - visit Caen, Bayeux, the Landing Beaches

Deep in the Périgord, 40 minutes from Limoges, is a neo-gothic château on the edge of the woods in impressive parkland with a pool

A traditional stone mas peering out over the Grand Luberon, with space to gather and calm interiors that make you feel at home

A pretty little gîte, comfortable and cosy with doors straight out to lawns and terraces, and 7 acres to explore and a pool to splash in

Stylish gîtes in converted stables with a lovely pool and large grounds. Historic Auch is close and foodies will delight in local markets

Two bright, airy gites on a tranquil former farm estate. Spin off on bikes, laze by the pool, shop for gourmet meals in Gascony markets

A working farm with well renovated ancient buildings among 200 acres of pastures and forest. It's quiet here in the glorious Périgord

This Côte d'Azur property lives up to its name. The views take your breath away, and the serene interiors flow beautifully outdoors

Antiques abound in this luminous, chestnut beamed 18th-century farmhouse. Stroll to the market, dip in the lake, soak up medieval Motguyon

Charming 18th-century farmhouse filled with antiques, a sociable kitchen, small pool and beautiful terrace for relaxed mornings