Languedoc - Roussillon

Snugly tucked away in a Languedoc village, find a flawless flowered courtyard, beds under beams, and Sandra opposite with all the local tips

The smaller of two gîtes set into the ramparts of an 11th-century castle on top of a hill – with a heated counter-current pool and jacuzzi

You will be pampered to the eyeballs in your super-comfy suite between Barbara's fine hall and Richard's snooker den; lie back and enjoy it

Stay in big, charming, terracotta floored apartments in Lagrasse's medieval ramparts: paddle in the river, enjoy the shops and restaurants

A spacious and tranquil B&B in Carcasonne’s Bastide district. Stroll to the town’s sights, return for a swim in the pool

Romantic and discreet: 2 handsome and luxurious barns, each for 2, on either side of an eco-friendly pool. Step out under Languedoc skies

A fine old stone mill, the river rushing by, kingfishers, kayaking, swimming: it’s a dream place with Provence and Cévennes at the door

Readers adore this place run by warm, generous sisters Renée and Claude. Stroll the wild gardens - follow a path into the lovely landscape

Come to the wild Cévennes to hike, ride, kayak down the Hérault river – or just revel in your pretty, generous house, pool and garden space

Peaceful, stylish farmhouse in Rhone Valley country with gorgeous vineyard views and space for big groups of family and friends to revel

Downright match for wine-lovers, cyclists, river nomads, history buffs, foodies and fans of warmth and simple elegance

With its scented garden, homemade jams, paintings on the walls and spectacular views, this rustic hotel is a big rambling mountain retreat

A lovely river runs nearby, where brave souls can dip and splash. Or simply admire the watery river from your room’s high windows

Heaps of space inside and out for big groups, rent one or both sides of the old mas – jump in the pool or relax on a terrace with mountain views

The larger of two gîtes set into the ramparts of an 11th-century castle on top of a hill – with a heated counter-current pool and jacuzzi

Three airy gîtes set in 300 acres of vineyard and gardens. A welcoming base for exploring the marvellous Minervois – 15km from Carcassonne

Magical - a whole château (or 6 apartments) in a secret valley. A river for picnics, a pool for splashing, open fires, fine armoires...

A quiet retreat with blissful gardens, a pool and charming hosts. You’re close to bastide towns, castles and the Canal du Midi