Provence - Alps - Riviera

Laze in the pool, nibble olives from the market, gaze over Provence. Inside, English meets classic French. Fabulous for families

An exquisite Provençal home for a large party, hidden behind grand gates in a small village surrounded by the pine-scented Alpilles

Cool off in the pool, find a shady spot in the garden, wander to shops and restaurants of Malaucène from your hotel

The perfect house and grounds for those who love real Provence - elegant, tranquil and charming, with views to the Alpilles

This Côte d'Azur property lives up to its name. The views take your breath away, and the serene interiors flow beautifully outdoors

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

Ask your hosts about the golden ratio used to build this castle, evident in its original rock-face pool and its huge, uncluttered rooms

Exotic or traditional? You can have it either way in these 23 immaculate and imaginative studios, just down the road from St Tropez

Perfect for families - a glorious farmhouse surrounded by lavender fields. Rooms are huge and children can roam free in the vast gardens

It's quiet here among the lavender plants... bees humming, sun shining. Splash in the shared pool, visit lovely villages, taste local wines

Magical – a simple Provençale cottage, its garden a flower-filled meadow fringed with woodland. Walk to the market, swim nearby, study stars

A dream of Provence, this convivial house in classic modern style sits in the lavender fields of Luberon… with exquisite views and pool

Tranquil stone cottages high in the Luberon, with a private terrace and shared pool; explore picturesque hilltop villages

Relax with friends in a southern French coastal home, where cypress trees fringe manicured lawns and the pool gazes on the distant sea

In a lovely unsung corner of northern Provence - walking distance from a quaint village - a super farmhouse with gardens and pool

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

There’s a Tuscan feel to this lovely, family-friendly place – walk to the sound of cicadas, stargaze, visit vineyards, markets and castles

A rugged valley and a restored mill house with bright rooms for couples - explore the Luberon hills and villages, cool off in the neat pool