France is now open for travel, so we've chosen 15 of our favourite sun-soaked properties across la Manche. You'll find vine-covered farmhouses in Provence, grand country chateaux and hidden woodland treehouses, all with availability this August and September.
Please travel responsibly and always check the latest government guidelines.
Chateau de Montoussel
Beauville - Haute-Garonne
Sleeps 2-6 per gite
Three elegant gites, and a pretty private pool, situated in the grounds of a stunning 14th Century chateau - in the beautiful Haute-Garonne.
Le Cordonnier
Claviers - Provence
Sleeps 10
In the hilltops of Provence, with views that stretch as far as the eye can see, is where you’ll find boutique villa, Le Cordonnier.
Chalet Mirabelle
St Gervais les Bains - Haute Savoie
Sleeps 12
Contemporary, family-friendly chalet in St Gervais with sauna, hot tub, and spectacular Mont Blanc views
Mas des Issarts
Callas - Var
Sleeps 10 +2
Relax by the infinity pool and gaze out over the picturesque wooded hillsides of the Massif des Maures.
Chateau de Memanat Treehouse
Chavanat - Creuse
Sleeps 2 +2kids
Extraordinary two bedroom raised treehouse, with hot tub, dining deck and twenty first century amenities in Creuse, France.
Villa Cigalea
nr Saint Remy de Provence - Provence
Sleeps 9
Find peace and tranquillity at this gorgeous villa, surrounded by lush gardens and set deep in the sleepy, sun-baked countryside of rural Provence.
Fisherman's Cabin
Busserolles - Dordogne
Sleeps 2-4
An inspirational, handcrafted cabin, hidden off the beaten track in the Dordogne
Orion Treehouses
St. Paul de Vence - Alpes-Maritimes
Sleeps 2 - 5 per treehouse
Get back to nature in the south of France and relax with your loved ones in one of four comfy treehouses.
Chateau Lignol
Lignol - Brittany
Sleeps 10
Take a trip to this 14th century hunting lodge - a miniature castle in the middle of the Brittany countryside.
Domaine de la Vène
Carcassonne - Languedoc-Roussillon
Sleeps 22
Super-luxurious villa on a sprawling estate in the South of France with gorgeous views, ten acre garden, and big private pool
Manoir Altheas
Lanquais - Bergerac
Sleeps 8
Manoir Altheas is a sophisticated Dordogne holiday villa, in the middle of the village of Lanquais, built in 1800 and restored to the height of elegance.
Maison Sebastien
Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire - Provence
Sleeps 13
Hilltop house in Provence with 360-degree views of the surrounding forest and lush landscapes below, accommodating 13 travellers in comfort and style.
Bastide des Planets
Roquebrune SurArgens - Var
Sleeps 12
Surrounded by gorgeous vineyards, this beautiful farmhouse in Southern France has a lovely pool and is perfect for groups or family gatherings.
Le Beau Fief
Cherbonnieres - Charente Maritime
Sleeps 5
A boutique, rural gite in sun-kissed Southwest France…with a private pool, lush orchard and romantic, country views….
Ferme St Martin
Vanasque - Provence
Sleeps 18
A grand, country villa in the tranquil, Provencal hillsides, with its own private pool and room for up to 21 people…
Chalet F'Net
Saint Gervais-les-Bains - French Alps
Sleeps 6
Escape to a private piece of woodland in the French Alps at Chalet F'Net, a beautifully renovated 19th century chalet.
