Come for sublime Highland scenery, birds and wildlife, long walks and complete peace and tranquillity

A traditional stone bergerie high on a hill and surrounded by woods with east-facing views over the valley for stunning sunrises

Immerse yourself in rural Lot at this eco retreat – hiking and cycling from the door, a natural swimming pool and serene gardens

Explore ‘Green Provence’ on e-bikes, enjoy the pool and calm of a Mediterranean garden surrounded by vineyards. Return to a delicious dinner

Comfortable apartment steeped in Breton history, in a beautifully renovated gabarier’s house overlooking the marine estuary

A family retreat high above the river Dordogne and deep in woodland - with heated pool, games room and village restaurants a stroll away

This deeply peaceful retreat will soothe the soul; come to walk, bike, sail then back to a roaring fire and good book. A sublime spot

An upmarket, very comfortable old stone village house with tasty breakfasts and a sunny courtyard full of colourful flowers

Refined B&B in a pretty forest setting just north of the French Basque country, with a lovely garden, a swimming pool and delicious food

An 1820s beach house just 50 metres from the pretty sands and a first-floor deck for al fresco meals with stunning views over the water

A rustic and elegant farmhouse retreat in Provence with a pool, vineyards and wildlife-filled pond – a launchpad for the Luberon

In the heart of a starlight reserve in a protected natural park, three authentic cottages with walks from the door for immersion in nature

Experience the pleasures of traditional Tuscan living with fabulous food and fine wines from the family vineyard

Off the beaten track and into the hills – this remote, unknown bird-filled region is faultless for outdoorsy people

All you'd hope for, and more! Enormous rooms, marvellous beams, majestic views, and delicious food and wines from their vineyard

An 18th-century whitewashed cottage, characterful and comfortable and with a large private garden, just minutes from the coast by car

Charming manor house B&B, packed with character, interest and history, sitting in extensive gardens and with elegant bedrooms

The smallest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views