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Places to Stay in South West France
Published 21st October 2021
We've picked some of our favourite places to stay in the gorgeous region of south west France where Wes Anderson's The French Dispatch was filmed. The French Dispatch, only in cinemas 22nd October, features some glorious vintage-style French scenery and was shot on location in and around the quirky town of Angoulême in Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
THE FRENCH DISPATCH brings to life a collection of stories from the final issue of an American magazine published in a fictional 20th century French city. It stars Benicio del Toro, Adrien Brody, Tilda Swinton, Léa Seydoux, Frances McDormand,Timothée Chalamet, Lyna Khoudri, Jeffrey Wright, Mathieu Amalric, Stephen Park, Bill Murray and Owen Wilson.
Villa Paradisa
Les Mathes - Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Sleeps 14
This modernist marvel sits just 300m from France's Atlantic coast overlooking a nearby golf course, just a short drive from the resort town of Royan.
The Millhouse
Taillebourg - Saintes
Sleeps 22
Historic mill set in its own beautiful, secluded grounds. 5 star accommodation for 18 people in the heart of the Charente Maritime countryside.
La Maison du Voyage
Mouillac - St Saturnin
Sleeps 8
Incredible restored 200-year-old French house with private pool and gardens set in the pretty countryside near Angouleme.
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….
La Maison Des Fleurs
Courcerac - Vendee and Charente
Sleeps 10
Hide away in this charming country farmhouse, surrounded by sunflower fields and vineyards, in a beautiful French hamlet.
The Pastel Hamlet
Courcerac -
Sleeps 10
Enchanting country living in the southwest of France with a hot tub, perfect for sunny rural escapes with friends and family.
Villa de la Roussie
Mareuil en Périgord - Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Sleeps 9
This beautifully renovated villa sits in France's historic Périgord region, within the boundaries of the majestic Limousin Regional Natural Park.
The Tower Château
Mareuil en Périgord - Dordogne
Sleeps 14
Nestled in the commune of Mareuil in France's Dordogne region, this medieval castle offers guests a truly tranquil and luxurious getaway.
The Oak House
Fronsac - Aquitaine
Sleeps 12
Beautiful villa with an outdoor pool, a spacious garden, that sits on the edge of France's Périgord Limousin Regional Natural Park.
Fisherman's Cabin
Busserolles - Dordogne
Sleeps 2-4
An inspirational, handcrafted cabin, hidden off the beaten track in the Dordogne
The Pool House
Bioussac - Aquitaine
Sleeps 8
Enchanting house in the south west of France with a swimming pool, perfect for family escapes or trips with friends.
Maison Trocadero
Coulonges - Aquitaine
Sleeps 8
Enjoy the classic French elegance at this stunning property set in a quiet farming village in sunny Charente, half an hour from the chic city of Angoulême.
Chateau Du Mas
Dignac - Aquitaine
Sleeps 10
Marvellous French chateau with a swimming pool, grand interiors, comfy furnishings, and lovely views of the surrounding Aquitaine countryside.
Chateau Les Peintures
Coutras - Aquitaine
Sleeps 20
Marvellous French Chateau and cottage in Aquitaine, with extensive grounds, big swimming pool, and super-comfortable furnishings.
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