Luxury villas in France

A family retreat high above the river Dordogne and deep in woodland - with heated pool, games room and village restaurants a stroll away

A lake to fish, a terrace for evening sun, big softly coloured rooms in a rescued pigeonnier. The saltwater pool beckons. Year-round bliss

A 1980s Catalan mas built in a traditional style, with garden and pool, surrounded by olive trees and vineyards near the Spanish border

Charming 4-star gîte in an 11th-century castle in the foothills of the Pyrénées. Spectacular views, leafy terrace and wild swimming nearby

Mountain treks, coastal strolls, a big pool and city culture on the doorstep. This rambling villa makes for the ultimate group getaway

Go completely Dordogne in this elegantly renovated farmhouse with views, a beautiful private swimming pool and large garden

Gather your favourites for a getaway in deepest France. Bike the countryside, dip in the heated pool and sprawl out in this inviting space

Bask in a beautiful farmhouse in the heart of Périgord Noir, with superb views, garden, private pool... 12km from Sarlat and Lascaux caves

Designed with style and comfort, peaceful, sophisticated and serene with countryside views. And you have your own lovely pool

A rather grand, opulent house with warm owners, interesting furniture and art and some fine Renaissance architectural elements intact

Atmospheric old wine domaine with period features and exquisite antiques, plus a superb kitchen and a swimming pool in the large garden

An impressive limestone house on three levels created within the ruins of an ancient village with uninterrupted views of the Vézère valley

In four acres of garden and woodland (a child’s dream) a house and interlinking barn for 10 guests. Secluded but close to everything

Tranquil manor house deep in Bordeaux wine region with six acres of grounds, a tennis court and swimming pool

Laze in the pool, nibble olives from the market, gaze over Provence. Inside, English meets classic French. Fabulous for families

An exquisite Provençal home for a large party, hidden behind grand gates in a small village surrounded by the pine-scented Alpilles

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

Understated luxury in a tranquil valley, with a lake and a swimming pool in the grounds and good restaurants a short drive away