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. Our inspectors have personally visited every single place to stay, looking for places that have a touch of magic and owners that give you a warm welcome, even it’s just a bottle of something left in your self-catering cottage.

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Les Pommiers Gallery

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Les Pommiers
Dancevoir, Haute-Marne
From £120 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 10
17th-century stone house in a peaceful village surrounded by forest & wildlife. Morning pastries & evening drinks at the bar a stroll away

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Domaine de Coët Bihan Gallery

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Domaine de Coët Bihan
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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Villa Les Camélias Gallery

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Villa Les Camélias
Le Trayas, Var
From €257 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 10
A lovingly cared-for Belle Époque house with many original features and stunning views straight onto the Mediterranean Sea

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Château Les Forges du Roy Gallery

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Château Les Forges du Roy
Mauzens-et-Miremont, Dordogne
From €1730 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 20
Come for much comfort in both buildings which face each other across the garden, plus a pool, lake, yoga and fitness studios

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Le Bois Coudrais Gallery

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Le Bois Coudrais
Cuguen, Ille-et-Vilaine
From €98 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 4
A cosy and homely Breton gîte in a sociable setting - distinctly rural but with masses to do: pool, play areas, and café

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Demeure Monte Arena Gallery

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Demeure Monte Arena
Montaren-et-Saint-Médiers, Gard
From €140 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

4 rooms for 2
Tucked away in a tiny gem of a village and clustered around its own château, this delightful 17th-century building is a joy to discover

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Auberge de la Tuilerie Gallery

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Auberge de la Tuilerie
Andryes, Yonne
€110 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

5 rooms for 2
In peaceful Burgundy countryside, a beautifully-restored farmhouse with B&B rooms, delicious regional food and an inviting pool

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