Vaucluse

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

A charming hillside cottage for four (six at a squeeze) with pool, superb Luberon views, lovely colourful garden and all Provence to visit

A traditional stone mas peering out over the Grand Luberon, with space to gather and calm interiors that make you feel at home

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

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

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

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

Serene 18th-century mansion in the historic centre of Avignon filled with eclectic art and surrounded by an immaculate garden

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 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

20 minutes’ walk from Gordes and a hop from Aix, find grownup peace and minimalism for lovers of modern style and timeless Provence

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

You’ll fall in love with this ancient mas in a corner of paradise… climbing roses scent the air, chic open spaces are flooded with light

Hills for cyclists, paths for walkers, and Luberon villages a 15-minute drive. House and hostess are a treat, an auberge is a stroll away

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

A comforting family house alone in the Lubéron countryside with an inviting interior and delightful view. Wander spacious, civilised grounds

Super-friendly and efficient owners, great food, cookery courses and truffle hunting at this old farmhouse with pool just outside Mornas