France

Pretty stone cottage with welcoming hosts and delicious dinners; sit out in the garden, swim in the pool, explore both Brittany and Normandy

Go with the slow - homemade delights, no plastic anything, few mod cons - just relaxed humorous hosts and a beautiful place

Comfortable bedrooms, warm colours, terrace, garden and pool for complete relaxation. The coast is close for boating, swimming, walking

A lovely big garden, saltwater pool and charming hosts make this spacious studio an easy-going place for couples or young families

A 200-year-old village house surrounded by vineyards. Light-filled interiors, lots of art, a garden and a pool

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

Gorgeous country views, a jacuzzi, sauna, two pools, and Monflanquin an easy drive. Space for up for 20 if needed - superb for families

Champagne houses line the village, and inside the décor is fabulous. This is a marvellous house for family celebrations

An artist's house imbued with an understated elegance. Stay for dinner; be charmed by the garden where fruit trees throng, hens loiter

Eclectic old house on the edge of a small traditional village. Boulangerie, bar, crêperie and good restaurant all a stroll away

An enchanting spot above pretty old Sète, the fisherman’s summer retreat has garden corners for all, cool white rooms, loads of personality

A stylish farm renovation with pools, gym, and flower-filled gardens - find rural tranquillity close to Brittany’s most famous landmarks

Vast rooms, thick stone walls and ancient flagged floors skilfully modernised to create comfort, surrounded by romantic château gardens

Gracious Art Nouveau village house in the centre of the Champagne region, with a charming host, moreish food and a most peaceful garden

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

An enchanting farmhouse with generous hosts, delicious homegrown food and hidden corners in the garden

Great value, light-filled rooms close to beaches and thalassotherapy spas. Françoise and Bertrand are cheerful, indefatigable hosts

Find modern interiors and a shiny-smart kitchen. A springboard for the Dordogne and Saint Émilion