France

France is our spiritual home, where we first began seeking out special places back in the 90s. We’ve explored everywhere from Normandy to the Dordogne and the Loire valley, where one of our team has made her home. You’ll find blue-shuttered chateaux up and down the country, peaceful gîtes in the countryside of Brittany, chic townhouse hotels in Paris, and everything in between.

All our special places to stay are personally inspected by our team and chosen for their warmth and character. You book directly with the owners, meaning no fees or fuss from us, a better deal for them and a great trip for you.

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Maison Arcades
Verdun-sur-Garonne, Tarn-et-Garonne
From €159 p/n

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5 rooms for 2 - 4
A warm and colourful B&B with generous owners, elegant bedrooms and an outdoor pool, in the heart of a pretty town near Toulouse

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Chateau de Clairesource Gallery

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Pavilly, Seine-Maritime
From €250 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

2 rooms for 2
A pleasure to stay in such a dreamy château surrounded by a beautiful terrace, elegant gardens and parkland, a lake, river and waterfall

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Domaine de Coët Bihan Gallery

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Vannes, Morbihan
From €100 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

4 rooms for 2
Enjoy a bucolic setting (hike, ride, cycle) near medieval Vannes, a short hop from the sea – and lively conversation with friendly hosts

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Secret Pyrenees Gallery

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Lasseube, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
From €90 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

3 rooms for 2
In the foothills of the Pyrenees, a rambling, romantic garden to lose yourself in, a large swimming pool, wildlife and vineyards all around

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