Languedoc - Roussillon

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

Hilltop paradise with a pool, spa, and a wild-open setting: perfect for hikers, bikers, painters, wine lovers! Large groups welcome

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

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

Four gîtes in the château’s vast barn, one in the tower. Magnificent mountain and valley views, and Sandrine’s regionally inspired meals

Wonderful, warm, rustic-chic B&B plus barn surrounded by vineyards, orchards, rivers, gorges and ‘plus beaux villages’

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

Four lovingly restored gites with amazing views and a huge pool. Have this Domaine all to yourselves - there's space for up to 26

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

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

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

The privacy of a big terraced garden, a small decked pool and attractive, clutter-free rooms - close to harbour town bustle and restaurants

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

Elegant family-run B&B with scenic views, a swimming pool and gourmet restaurant; Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi are 15 minutes’ away

Plenty of uncluttered easy space both in and out by the private pool - children love the freedom - great wine, food, and cycling country

A trio of charming gites with delightful gardens and private terraces, a short stroll to the village. Idyllic for couples or a larger group

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

Great value country inn with friendly staff and a superb restaurant. Sleep in comfortable rooms, play boules in the pretty gardens