Charente

Many readers have written to tell us how much they love Le Bourg and the warm hospitality they have received. Interesting and great fun

Surrounded by sunflowers in the sunny Charente, a cluster of charming stone gîtes in château grounds - brilliant for sociable families

Take the scenic route through Cognac territory; return to a secluded cottage, plenty of good books, a wonderful pool and a candelit dinner

Riverside apartment minutes from the centre of town. Boat or canoe along the river, go wine or cognac tasting, explore the Atlantic coast

A decanter of Pineau, a bottle of red, croissants, bread, cheeses, jams… enjoy a generous welcome pack, a vast garden, a fabulous pool

Re-wild yourselves here with loads of outdoor space and a river running through the garden: wild swim, cook outdoors, cycle and canoe

3 lovely cottages for cosy nights by the fire, table d'hôte dinners from a trained chef, summer barbecues by the pool

A retreat in the tranquil Charente. The arrival is magical: up a long drive with the château dominating the hillside

Come to recover from the hurly burly, to appreciate your surroundings both indoors and out, to nurture your soul and restore balance