Midi - Pyrénées

Nestled in a quiet wooded enclave with views to Najac’s medieval castle, a convivial country house and pool for families and friends

Through the estate gates to an atmospheric manor house in a park-like garden, by the fish-rich river Tarn

A sweet cottage, a private pool and not another house to be seen in this gentle Quercy landscape… and bustling little Montcuq is close

Tranquillity and seclusion in ‘French Tuscany’ - and within easy reach of civilisation. A wonderful family-party house with gardens and pool

For lovers of tranquillity and the great outdoors – come for simple pleasures not mod cons - loads to explore, a pool, a tennis court

The old family house, all antiques, mementoes and period atmosphere, has fine big rooms and high-modern Italian showers. A lovely owner, too

The old Gascon house breathes charm and history. Here you will find personality, comfortable bedrooms, country peace

Fun rustic-chic gîtes in château grounds a hop from Toulouse. Laze in the hammock, slip into the pool, peel off stress layer by layer...

A dreamy, good value, joyful house run by Brigitte who rustles up delicious dinners with eggs from the hens - and has a little brocante shop

Plunder the veg garden, then whip up a feast in the delightfully designed kitchen. A super old farmhouse and pool, tucked away in the Tarn

A harmonious and tranquil house for a party of family and friends. Meet the delightful owners, bask by the saltwater pool

A stunning château with huge rooms, pretty balconies with views, peaceful garden. Super owners, excellent dinners - and child-friendly too

Wrapped in fields and woods, this big traditional house has crisply furnished interiors and plenty of gadgets. Terraced gardens and pool too

Stone barn with extensive grounds, a swimming pool and lake. Stroll through the gardens or to the weekly village market

Meredith treats you with as much caring attention as she puts into climbing those Pyrenean peaks. Walk, bike, climb and return to fine food

Swallows skim the pool, wood pigeons coo, and the night skies are studded with stars. Great for walkers and lovers of Gaillac wines

Arrive as strangers, leave as friends! Readers love this gracious mansion, its airy, cheery bedrooms and its delightful Australian owners

Romantic old convent school house - now abundantly stylish... Laze in the hammock in the dreamy garden