Tarn

Character and charm abound: toile de Jouy curtains and family portraits hang, lavender wafts in windows. Blissful Tarn countryside surrounds

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

A perfect spot with views of hills, forest and vines, below the beautiful village of Castelnau de Montmiral. Walks, wildlife, wine tours...

Superbly comfortable house with beamed rooms, lovely views, a club-like morning room, art and antiques, terrace, pool and lily pond

From hand-painted tiles in the bathrooms to evening meals on the terrace, this is a much-praised paradise with both character and finesse

Generous British owners offer garden games, pool, tennis and bikes to explore Gaillac and rolling Tarn countryside. Make yourself at home

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 grand French family home with quirky décor, rolling grounds, and super hosts – float in the pool, discover nearby Albi

Seductive gîte, with wood-burner, terrace and delightful interiors. Enjoy Madame's table d'hôtes after a day trip to Toulouse or Albi

Traditional French to a T, a good value guest house whose owners love all things old and beautiful. Breakfast over Gaillac cathedral square

A lovely big garden, saltwater pool and charming hosts make this spacious studio an easy-going place for couples or young families

A perfect spot with views of rolling hills, sunflowers and vineyards. Enthusiastic hosts and heaps to do here - watch wildlife, bake, swim

A hugely seductive and stylish special place - with magnificent views, pool and bikes, vineyards and hilltop villages to visit

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