Aquitaine

A boutique hotel on the edge of Arcachon Bay. A natural pool, zen gardens, contemporary Eastern-style interiors, and good food await

Attractive country barn - great for two families sharing, for river trips, for playing in the pool, for running free

Charming designer owners welcome you to the venerable house on the hill, monastic in its simplicity, with wild gardens and infinity pool

Gorgeous hotel on a quiet residential street near the Jardin Public, with an elegant guest salon, inspiring rooms and delicious breakfasts

Charming cottage overlooking a lake in the grounds of a 15th-century chateau, with opulent rooms and peacocks roaming the garden

If you’re looking to get away from it all, in verdant surroundings with breakfasts to die for, head here - and travel by train and bike!

An original stone fireplace graces this Perigordian retreat - close to Renaissance chateaux, rivers, ravines and the Grotte de Lascaux

An atmospheric, airy and lovely old beamed medieval townhouse with a private courtyard garden in the heart of stunning Saint-Jean-de-Côle

A cosy, courteous, family-run hotel with ‘chocolatines’ and cherry jams at breakfast, Basque dishes at dinner, and gorgeous rolling views

A glorious retreat for nature lovers with a natural swimming pool, bikes to borrow and the timeless soundtrack of the water surrounding you

Village B&B with big bedrooms overlooking tree-filled parkland. Your gregarious host lends you bikes for exploring and feeds you well

The views take your breath away, the breakfasts are beautiful, and you feel like you're staying in the home of dear friends

Understated luxury in a tranquil valley, with a lake and a swimming pool in the grounds and good restaurants a short drive away

Glamour, warmth and style in a renovated wine warehouse in a cool quarter of Bordeaux - France’s most popular city after Paris

Magnificent riverside B&B overlooking the green hills of the Basque country, with a heated pool, wonderful host and sumptuous food

Romantic B&B with fabulous breakfasts and a cellar of organic wines. Relax in the little spa, pool and wood-fired hot tub, go wine-tasting

A converted farmhouse set in a large mature garden, well located for exploring the delights of the Lot et Garonne south of the Dordogne

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