Picardy

A very handsome house facing the town square in Corbie with a sheltered Italianate courtyard garden and gracious hosts

Take your pick from guided horse-trekking to grand banqueting at this traditional château; drive to explore WWI history and the lovely coast

Immerse yourself, luxuriously, in beautiful rural Picardy – mirabelle jam, peaceful parkland, walking in the hills – near historic Amiens

Wake to views of church spire and rooftops, take a civilised breakfast and venture forth to Laon or Rheims with their gothic splendours

Homely, time-worn, authentic B&B. Simply run by a generous-hearted grandmother who loves the history, the views and her guests

You’re in the heart of untamed countryside here, beside the river Oise, welcomed by friendly hosts who cook and care for you

Rambling gardens surround a striking barn with light airy rooms. You can be sure of good table d'hôtes, country views, a kind welcome

A handsome stone house with a garden, two big bedrooms, a grand salon and a big convivial kitchen, all in high-end country-chic comfort

Like staying in a family home, only with Henri III furniture and rolling green views. Energetic hosts cook, farm, hunt, chat over champagne

Townhouse apartment for cultural trips and châteaux hopping – art lovers and equestrians will be very happy here

It's a pleasure to stay at Chloé and Jean-François’ unusual home. Suites are well groomed, the garden is lovely for a stroll

Your courteous hosts are warm and cultured and enjoy sharing their beautiful, history-filled château and grounds. Delicious breakfasts too!

Lodge and gardens – superbly designed, immaculate, fresh, eco friendly – rest in unspoilt Picardy. Anglo-French hosts take turns to cook

A half-timbered farmhouse with the most convivial hosts. Explore lovely Picardy or take the train to Paris; return for delicious dinners

Two smart rooms, a prairie-style garden with grasses and wild flowers and seasonal suppers near Chantilly. Creative hosts who pamper you too