In the oldest bastide town in the Gers, a homely 18th-century village house for up to 14 friends. Drink, dine, relax.

Come for brilliant Gascon food and cookery courses, and beauty and sophistication at every turn - nothing pretentious, pompous, or twee

Watch deer graze, stroll across the grounds for a swim, sleep under old beams - country charm, comfort and just the right amount of quirk

A super big pool, high-raftered summer salon and swooping views - bliss. Take the farmhouse and the lodge as one for a big family gathering

Little to disturb deep country sleeps, no rush over delicious home-grown breakfasts in the pretty garden or the bay window overlooking it

Stylish gîtes in converted stables with a lovely pool and large grounds. Historic Auch is close and foodies will delight in local markets

Bedrooms bursting with character and breakfasts to die for; this 19th-century former wine estate offers city escapees a tranquil bolt hole

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

Table tennis in the pool house, easy sofas by the fire and 160 hectares of organic farmland to roam. Laid-back families will love it here