Deep in Western Loire countryside, a magical farmhouse with pool, garden, romantic dinners, fresh flowers and generous Anglo-Scots family

30 green acres to explore and a heated pool... historic château B&B, perfect for those seeking comfort and space in the Vendée

Close to the Vendée coastline, a beautifully renovated B&B with shabby chic rooms, superb home-cooked dinners and a heated pool

Danielle will share her impressive local knowledge, and make you feel at home and cared for in her charming, welcoming home

Sweet little farmhouse with lovingly collected artefacts, heavenly mattresses and views over fields and forest. Annie prepares superb food

Come here in the summer (it’s closed Nov-April except by arrangement) for candlelit dining, chintzy bedrooms, long views over the park...

Airy rooms, a heated pool and masses of space to unwind. Friendly owners on hand, beaches nearby, great dollops of charm and fresh air

A top-notch stopover for the Vendée coast… minutes from the ferries of St Gilles Croix de Vie and the beaches of Bretignolles sur Mer

Bring the family to this happy country house for a relaxing holiday 3 km from beaches, near Les Sables d'Olonne, Ile de Ré, La Rochelle

Bathe, boat, bicycle all round this atmospheric island, binge on seafood, then home to excellent rooms, heated pool and Jane's eager welcome