Aquitaine

Elegant suites and a garden cottage on the edge of medieval Beynac, with spectacular views of the castle and the valley of the five Châteaux

Bask in the beautiful Basque country at this friendly B&B in the village, with family-run restaurant for delicious suppers

Great taste – in decor and food – and a delicious heated pool. Views swoop over field and valley; trails, villages, wineries tempt

A traditional Landaise farmhouse with modern interiors; potter in the expansive gardens, walk and cycle in pine forests, drive to beaches

Be warmly welcomed by your knowledgeable hosts at this eco-conscious lodge for four in the Dordogne. Immerse yourself in all things wine

An impressive limestone house on three levels created within the ruins of an ancient village with uninterrupted views of the Vézère valley

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

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

A stylish yet intimate B&B-type hotel set in a glorious garden with crisp fresh rooms and friendly light-hearted owners

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

Sweet stone gîtes with private terraces in lovely Lot-et-Garonne, close to bastide towns and swimming lakes. Receive the warmest welcome

Come for strawberries in summer, walnuts in winter, and a wonderful welcome all year round. Thierry and Charlotte are living their dream

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

A really well thought-out escape for a small family with children. A big garden, pool, petanque court and play barn for indoor fun

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

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

Find beauty and tranquillity on this historic Dordogne estate for up to fourteen - plus a feast of designer colour and a fine pool to share

Outside a perfect bastide village, an elegant manoir for lazy days in the Dordogne, fabulous dinners and glorious gardens