Loire Valley

Old stones and modern comfort in a hamlet in rural France; close to Loire châteaux, market towns for shopping, country lanes to stroll

Lovely people – Scots who understand French cuisine – in a sweet Loire valley hamlet, all rambling roses, white shutters and tinkling stream

Across from the château’s formal rose garden, a pretty cottage from which to explore the villages and festivals of the Western Loire

Traditional long house set on a glorious estate with the Loire Valley on your doorstep

Learn about local lore, taste the wines, bliss out in the garden and enjoy the company of Éric, a warm, humorous and talented host

A place for quiet contemplation just beneath the great cathedral with friendly, artistic and knowlegeable hosts. Intimate, relaxing, special

Secluded stone and wood house on the edge of a lake in a wooded estate; drive ten minutes for dining, the Loire Valley is on your doorstep

3 stylish holiday gîtes surrounded by vineyards, formal gardens and woodlands. Close to Amboise, Chenonceau and not too far from Paris

A pretty village, authentic cottage with arty touches, a fine garden with pool and the main house for larger parties.

Feather duvets to cosset you, elegant breakfasts and dinners to delight you and nothing is too much trouble. Readers love it

Superbly renovated rooms (some still in progress) in a famous town-centre inn at the heart of the Loire châteaux region, excellent food

Stresses of city living melt away over cheerful, easy conversations with your hostess over candlelit dinners. Wholly delightful

A rustic haven in Vouvray wine country: bask on sun beds near the elegant pool, cosy up to the wood-burner, relax in your beautiful bedroom

Swim with frogs in the freshwater pool, breakfast in the sunshine, play boules by moonlight. Châteaux don't get much more rural

Experience deep country authenticity at this eco B&B in the lush Loire Valley. Rooms are wood-clad, breakfasts are organic, animals roam...

Enter into the wonderful country-house mood... Sink into floral sofas, feast on exquisite cuisine, rest in cosy, immaculate rooms

Loire valley château with an eclectic mix of styles and furniture - piano, swimming, indoor games and rental apartments: it’s a great bolthole

Restored farmhouse with Scandi-chic interiors and a hot tub on a woodland estate; drive 10 minutes for restaurants, explore the Loire Valley