Romantic French Gites

A lovely old house and rambling garden in a medieval village with a monumental château, 12th-century church and a good local restaurant

Surrounded by delightful gardens, these gîtes are serene retreats from which you can discover the Dordogne, or gently unwind

A cottage for two on a wonderfully eco wine school and vineyard. Gaze at magnificent views from your terrace

Gently undulating countryside surrounds you at this Burgundy B&B with fresh, modern bedrooms and delicious dinners prepared by the owner

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

Ease through a beautiful wrought iron gate to a courtyard and an elegant 1700s creamy stone holiday house, part of the château estate

A beautiful cream stone building in the grounds of a grand château, with a large and view-filled outdoor terrace for peaceful dawdling

A cosy nest on the ramparts of an ancient fishing port, with sparkling lagoon views from a top-floor living area

A hop to Montpellier, but deep in the countryside: a romantic pad, with Moroccan rugs, ochre-limed walls and bikes to ride into the country

Come for the great outdoors. Return to your base - one of two independent cottages secluded in softly rolling Breton countryside