Languedoc - Roussillon

A Mediterranean grown-up escape near Montpellier with gorgeous views; laze by the pool and socialise with other guests over dinner

A gracious house turned family-run hotel in a corner of Provence. Couples, groups of friends or parents with young ones will be happy here

Small and elegant family-run hotel with airy bedrooms, plenty of private spaces and a bus to take you to the centre of bustling Avignon

Two charming gîtes on the hillside, each with a pool and views of lush valley and vineyards; take both for the perfect group getaway

A 200-year-old village house surrounded by vineyards. Light-filled interiors, lots of art, a garden and a pool

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

Immaculate apartments with private patios and well-equipped kitchens share oleander-bright gardens and a chlorine-free pool

 Swim the rivers, hike the hills, taste and buy wine, take a delicious picnic basket to the Canal du Midi... the owners have their own boat

An eyrie of an ingenious barn conversion in awe-inspiring mountain scenery. For lovers of the great outdoors and cosseting interiors

Restored farm outbuildings with a swimming pool surrounded by countryside; walk 15 minutes for shops and restaurants

A hop to Montpellier, but deep in the countryside: a romantic pad, with Moroccan rugs, ochre-limed walls and bikes to ride into the country

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

On the edge of the Cévennes, this pretty family-run country hotel is ideal for visits to Roman Provence, Avignon, beaches, rivers and hiking

Superb views, charming hosts, sumptuous bedrooms with elegant antiques... Wander through flourishing gardens, hop on the train to Perpignan

For lovers of art, antiques and history - and for families - a hospitable, peaceful, delightful B&B, strolling distance from Avignon

Understatedly stylish with French antiques, chic sofas and balconies overlooking town and gardens. A grown-ups' retreat, 200m from the ocean

Up in the Cévennes, this big, beautiful family house has superb views, a fine kitchen, lots of space and masses to do and see

An enchanting spot above pretty old Sète, the fisherman’s summer retreat has garden corners for all, cool white rooms, loads of personality