Romantic French Gites

In the Perigord-Limousin Nature Park, a handsomely-restored gite with private pool in the pretty village of Mialet. Numerous chateaux nearby

Seductive gîte, with wood-burner, terrace and delightful interiors. Enjoy Madame's table d'hôtes after a day trip to Toulouse or Albi

Walls are scented with jasmine and roses, views reach over the lazy, lovely river. Perfect for dreamers, birdwatchers, swimmers, fishermen

Moments from Chamonix, a sweet chalet with pretty gardens in sun or snow under a backdrop of Mont Blanc – perfect for the adventurous

A stylish cottage for two in a cluster of renovated farm buildings: set out for country walks, hire bikes, swim in the river

A beautiful Dordogne estate for up to fourteen in calm countryside with old stones, contemporary colours and bathrooms, superb kitchens, fine pool

Two independent gîtes in the peaceful grounds of 14th-century Manoir du Vaugarny. Explore historic towns and the fine Breton coast

In the shadow of a Norman château on the Cherbourg Peninsula, a cosy house for 3 with private parking and restaurants outside the door

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

Charming cottage overlooking a lake in the grounds of a 15th-century chateau, with opulent rooms and peacocks roaming the garden

Dordogne family bliss with a modern kitchen and creaky staircases, plus private fenced pool and shared games area

Pretty, shuttered stone farmhouse and barn sitting in a big safe garden. Families and groups of friends will love it here

Old meets new seamlessly here: ancient stone, lofty beams, good comfort, wood-burner, Jacuzzi/spa and space to relax in the designer garden

Romantic old convent school house - now abundantly stylish... Laze in the hammock in the dreamy garden

Simple and stylish, a doll's house-like Brittany cottage, decorated with the friendly owners' paintings and carpentry. Purely enchanting

Above the Breton sands, amongst cypresses and roses, 2 neighbouring lower-floor gîtes. The gardens and the sea views are the stars here

Delightful hamlet of beautifully restored cottages with a pool, surrounded by fields, forest and deer. The perfect spot for a digital detox

The ultimate Provençal escape, a big eco-friendly flat for a couple with views, walks, markets and pure unpolluted night skies