Lovingly renovated farmhouse amid vines and sunflowers, deep in the Charente countryside - small pool in garden, beaches 45 minutes away.

A beautiful Scandinavian décor, a charming garden and heated pool for this big house and barn. Stroll into town, jog to surf and sands...

Antiques abound in this luminous, chestnut beamed 18th-century farmhouse. Hop off to the market, dip in the lake, lap up medieval Motguyon

Charming manoir in romantic leafy parkland - play tennis, swim in the pool, fish in the lakes and explore the waterways of Marais Poitevin

Heart-warming B&B with hosts who are endlessly thoughtful. The food is exotic, organic, delicious and families are made very welcome

Designed with style and comfort, peaceful, sophisticated and serene with countryside views. And you have your own lovely pool

Inside, a grand cathedral ceiling, outside, wisteria-covered terrace and pretty pool. Atlantic sands, Cognac and La Rochelle are in reach

Old and new blend seamlessly at this sumptuous 5-bedroom townhouse B&B. Breakfasts are local and sunshine beautifies the courtyard garden

Charming, lively hosts welcome you to a great big lived-in house with watery views and an eclectic vibe. Families and foodies, stay a while

Close to St Jean d’Angely, an elegant manor house with stylish interiors, bucolic views and a big garden for free range children

In fashionable St Martin, a wonderfully peaceful little cottage, quaint, simple and pretty, a hop to the white sand beaches of Île de Ré

A delightful gîte for 6 with pool near Venise Verte & La Rochelle, ideal for families and groups: boating, cycling, sea, history…

A relaxed, earthy retreat for grown-ups in the middle of Cognac country. Healthy food, yoga and peace… Escape here to refresh and unwind

A sleepy village, a big shuttered farmhouse, large light rooms, generous hosts and a lush pool - family B&B in a delightful setting

English checks blend with French toile de Jouy, your hosts leave you a tasty welcome pack and outside a pool, barbecue and lazing terrace

Minutes from sandy beaches south of La Rochelle, your humorous hosts serve breakfast by an immaculate pool. Toys and bikes to borrow, too

Quirky lights and vintage 60s pieces add character to an immaculate home bathed in light and serenity – launch pad for stylish temptations

Unwind comfortably indoors, or out in the walled garden - fly a kite in the field, take a bike to taste local wines, head for the Atlantic