Provence - Alps - Riviera

It's worth the schlep up the hill to get to this calm oasis of a B&B with homemade crêpes at breakfast and a huge glass veranda with views

In truffle, lavender and olive oil country, a dreamy wine château with terraced gardens, run by hosts whose happiness is infectious

Lovely light-filled restoration, a joy for families and friends, with astounding views, private terraces and a shared pool and play area

Should you ever need to flee the paparazzi, escape here - blissful seclusion 15 minutes from Avignon. Visit St Rémy, buy wine in Vacqueras

Simple bedrooms, outstanding food and a terrace bursting with flowers. Sample the family’s own wines, swim in the wonderful hillside pool

With breathtaking views of the hills above Nice, a splendid villa of luxy bedrooms, shimmering infinity pool, and generous, fun owners

Breathe, relax in peaceful Provençal countryside: olives, lavender and budding fruit trees. Aix's lively markets are 10 minutes away

Soak up Provençal peace in a charming estate in the Alpilles, with stylish ground-floor B&B rooms, olives, vines and a friendly family dog

Spacious B&B rooms and a cosy apartment just a stone’s throw from Avignon’s historic sights. Retire to the pool after a busy day sightseeing

A big friendly farmhouse basking in light, with terraces, vineyards, pool and views to several horizons. Bliss for family gatherings

Inspiring scenery for this lavender farm near a Provençal village. Rustic eco-friendly cottages, a hump-backed bridge, a hammock by the pool

Charming Provencal house, perfect for two, with creamy-white interiors dotted with exotic Eastern rugs and antiques. Cottagey garden, too

Paradise for couples is this B&B in medieval Contes. A garden plump with fruit, delicious meals cooked by Frances, and Nice a short drive

A fine Provençal villa near Seillans with panoramic views, pool, boules, markets, water sports, hiking and cultural outings beyond

Unbend beneath the beautiful jasmine, listen to music by the pool. A rare treat to find such a big fun place so close to the Riviera

A tranquil B&B just metres from the beach. Borrow parasols and loungers, watch the boats at the Cap, or party in Juan les Pins.

Anne-Marie and Bernard are helpful, generous, never intrusive. Their award-winning wine is a treat with hosted dinner twice weekly

Elegant B&B rooms in a grand old house with a peaceful garden. Breakfast al fresco on crisp croissants, laze by the pool…