France

Relaxed and friendly English owners at these charming Burgundy village houses with super rooms. Taste wine, visit markets, explore culture

In a beautiful, sparsely populated area of the Béarn, expect heart-warming gastronomic cuisine by bon viveur Didier and generous Sabine

 Swim the rivers, hike the hills, taste and buy wine, take a delicious picnic basket to the Canal du Midi... the owners have their own boat

A taste of French country living in a charming cottage in calvados country. For a family or a bunch of friends, this is a great all-rounder

Beautifully restored château with a sunny terrace and magnificent views. Organic breakfasts and wild swimming spots await

This pretty auberge is Valérie’s pride and joy and the terrace is full of roses. Come for the peace, the châteaux, the scrumptious meals...

Hike, bike, paraglide or ride, set off on a family adventure trail…  Then home to a super pool, a delicious meal, and a very welcoming feel

Restored farmhouse with Scandi-chic interiors and a hot tub on a woodland estate; drive 10 minutes for restaurants, explore the Loire Valley

A gracious manor with a golden atmosphere – picnic by the stream, woodland walks, and Brittany’s beaches only fifteen minutes away!

Quaint barns dotted among truffle oaks and rosemary, each one constructed the old-fashioned way and close to the Dordogne and Vézère

Close to the honeypots of Domme and Sarlat, a hideaway for 2 in an ancient French hamlet. The apartment is serene, the views are glorious

A fine Provençal villa near Seillans with panoramic views, pool, boules, markets, water sports, hiking and cultural outings beyond

Gaze at magnificent views or immerse yourself in all things wine just outside your door. An eco-conscious lodge in the Dordogne

Find history and splendour in bucketfuls on this huge, friendly, wooded domaine. A winning combination of modern luxury and ancient peace

A comfortable ‘clos’ in shades of the palest rose, with a kind host, mountain views and a short walk into a charming Auvergne market town

Fall under the spell... of history, beauty, food, wine, and warm lively conversation. For peace-lovers (and families) this is heaven

Superbly comfortable house with beamed rooms, lovely views, a club-like morning room, art and antiques, terrace, pool and lily pond

Elegant B&B rooms and a garden cottage on the edge of medieval Beynac, with spectacular views of the castle and Dordogne river