Three family friendly gites with a contemporary feel, a saltwater pool, national trails to wander and wellness retreats on offer

A smartly refurbished village pub with its own micro-brewery and a huge emphasis on cooking great food from a network of local suppliers

Three beautiful spaces for a much-awaited gathering of friends and family. Share the glorious gardens, swim in the pool, create memories

A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

10 minutes from La Rochelle, a place of peace and style. From scrumptious breakfasts to a splash in the pool, your hosts are eager to please

Step into the valley region from this beautifully restored 17th-century house surrounded by saltwater and freshwater canals and lakes

A pool, pines, and hosts that give you figs from their garden! Stroll to a pizzeria through the olive groves, return to 2 lovely apartments

An ancient stone cottage on an organic winery with vines as far as the eye can see, chickens wandering, horses grazing and huge open skies

Stylish B&B rooms in a peaceful little château, amongst rolling hills, woods and farmland - bikes and boules to borrow, lovely pool to share

Beautiful B&B in idyllic setting, with natural salt water pool and plenty of relaxed communal spaces

You’ll eat well here, among locals who love the food. The village is quiet, the rooms serenely modern. A great base for a holiday en famille

Wildflower beds, 1,350 acres to roam, and all of Norfolk to discover. Then it’s back to 4 chic boltholes with pool, steam room and jacuzzi

Come for history, wildlife and a stunning garden estate with acres to roam. Bring children and dogs too. Fabulous

A thatched farmhouse only just over the channel near Rouen that’s well hidden in lush gardens, but worth finding for the gourmet food alone

The views are breathtaking over forest and field from this lovely barn conversion on a working farm, for special gatherings

An inspirational setting and an enthusiastic welcome from your hosts and their young family - lose your heart to its baroque beauty

Comfortable, traditional, accessible and in the grounds of an old rectory with meadows and the river Frome nearby for summer dips

A tucked-away and peaceful retreat from which to explore the beautiful Dordogne or simply to unwind and recharge