There’s much more to France than Paris—from the fairy-tale châteaux of the Loire Valley to the lavender fields of Provence, and the French Riviera’s celebrity-studded beaches. World-famous gastronomy and fine wines provide the perfect complement to the country’s alpine views and architectural masterpieces.

1. Gites d’Armor
14 les Fontaines, 22290 Treguidel France

Stay in one of our 5 cottages for up to 5 people or in B&B, with two bedrooms each with a king size bed. The fully equipped kitchen has the necessary equipment to make good dishes. A flat screen TV is available in the lounge area. The en-suite shower room has a shower, a basin and a toilet. Enjoy a covered terrace and another uncovered. The indoor swimming pool is free.

2. Coucoo Grands Cepages
2061 Chemin des Pompes Etang de la Lionne, 84700 Sorgues France

Coucoo Grands Cépages est situé au cœur des vignes de Châteauneuf-du-Pape. À 20 km d’Avignon, l’expérience Coucoo se vit à l’horizontale – nul besoin de grimper – avec trois types de cabanes : les cabanes flottantes, les cabanes sur pilotis et les cabanes végétalisées ! Imaginées pour s’intégrer parfaitement à l’environnement, elles arborent un style très méditerranéen et design avec de grandes ouvertures, permettant au soleil d’y mener la belle vie. Baptisées Cosmos, Parenthèse, Lavande, Millésime, Bora Bora… Les noms des 15 cabanes évoquent instantanément la déconnexion, la quiétude, le plaisir. L’architecte italien Marco Lavit a pris soin d’ajouter une part de ludique aux différentes cabanes. Il n’est donc pas étonnant de trouver des hamacs intégrés au sol des terrasses sur pilotis ou de dormir dans une cabane dite végétalisée, façon Bilbo le Hobbit. Enfin, une magnifique piscine biologique offre à tous la possibilité de se rafraîchir au beau milieu des vignes !

3. Delicious Mountain – Chalet La Chouette
Chalet La Chouette Impasse des Fontaines, 73550 Meribel, Les Allues France

Experience true luxury in the heart of The Three Valleys. Our bespoke Catered Chalet Holidays provide a sumptuous experience in Meribel Centre. Let us take care of your every need. We are a small company, so our only focus is you. Attention the way it should be, from Delicious Mountain. Our Luxurious Catered Chalet sleeps up to 16 people in 7 bedrooms. Finished to the highest standards throughout, the ski chalet boasts a sauna, cinema room, large living room with log fire, incredible views across the valley, quiet location & more. Located in Meribel Centre, in Chalet la Chouette you have the whole of the three valleys on your doorstep. As always we are improving our Catered Chalet, with a brand new hot tub for winter 2015 / 2016. The new spa suite contains an indoor sauna, then leading to an outdoor hot tub. Nestled behind the chalet, this give privacy yet has some of the most incredible views – you’ve a 180 degree panorama of the Meribel valley from your viewpoint in the hot tub.

4. Domaine de Cournet Haut
24170 Saint Pompon France

Domaine de Cournet-Haut, set in the picturesque Dordogne Valley, is a 17th century lodge set on 13 acres of beautiful gardens, lush lawns and bright mature forest.

5. Cabanes des Vieux Coucous
Le Frein 1380 chemin chez Bost, 42360 Cottance France

6. Chalet Brio
74340 Samoens France

7. Siblu Villages – Bonne Anse Plage
7 route du Phare de la Coubre Siblu Villages, 17570 La Palmyre-Les Mathes France

Bonne Anse Plage is a large and lively holiday village in Charente Maritime, set within a beautiful pine forest. There are views over Bonne Anse bay and the fantastic seaside town of La Palmyre is within walking distance, where visitors will find stunning sandy beaches, restaurants and cafes and one of France’s most famous zoos. The holiday village has an outstanding pool complex with two large slides and a toddler pool, plus stacks of sports facilities including a climbing wall, football, basketball and boules pitches, and a crazy golf course. It really is possible to park the car and forget about it for a fortnight, with all the facilities and entertainment you could ask for, all on your doorstep. For the comfort of our guests on our holiday villages, siblu uses a Fun Pass system to control access to the pools, kids clubs, sports, evening entertainment, bar, restaurant, free Wi-Fi access…

Some activities that require supervision, such as the bouncy castle, the climbing wall, the trampoline and archery require a supplementary charge. For all guests who book their holiday directly with siblu, your Fun Passes are included. If you book a holiday privately with a holiday home owner, please check whether your Fun Passes are included or if you will need to buy Passes for your party (prices on our website). The owner should give you details of our preferential rates for pre purchasing Fun Passes.

There is lots to enjoy at Bonne Anse Plage, including: Three FREE children’s clubs Variety of sports Bike hire FREE evening family entertainment All facilities guaranteed open throughout the holiday season. Water activity: Aquafit# • 2 heated outdoor pools and paddling pool • 3 water chutes and junior chute • Qualified lifeguards at all pools Sports & leisure Basketball • Bike hire* (pre bookable) • Crazy golf* • Climbing wall • Multi-sports pitch for ball games • Outdoor boules pitch* • Pool tables* • Table tennis* Entertainment 3 FREE Kids’ clubs – Bubbles (1-4s) • Pirate Club (5-9s) and Barracudas (10-14s) and weekly Max, Patch and Lili showtime where the children can meet Max, Patch and Lili • Evening children’s showtime and fun family shows on the atmospheric outdoor terrace in the evening. There is a bar and restaurant to complete the night • Watch sports on the large screen TV in the bar food & drink Restaurant opening times may vary in low/high season, • Entertainment bar • Bistro • Supermarket • Takeaway Nearby action Beaches: La Palmyre (1m), Cote Sauvage (1m) • St. Palais (8 miles) • Royan (14 miles) • Fishing* • Go-karting* • Golf* (club hire & lessons available) • Horseriding* • La Palmyre Zoo* • La Rochelle Aquarium*(1hr) • Luna Parc (1 mile) • Sailing* • Jet Ski* • Speedboat/dinghy launch* • Surfing* • Windsurfing* • Charente Maritime islands – Re, Aix, Oleron * Extra Charge, # July & August only Bonne Anse Plage sells tickets for the Aquarium at La Rochelle, Quad biking and the La Palmyre Spa at reudced rates. The parc also sells entry tickets for La Palmyre Zoo so you can beat the queues and for boat trips with Croisières Alizée and the Aigrette.

8. Residence Prestige Odalys Le Domaine des Pins
61 Avenue de la Victoire Bois de la Chaise, 85330 Noirmoutier en l’Ile, Ile de Noirmoutier France

9. Chateau Canet
Chateau Canet, 11800 Rustiques, Carcassonne France

Château Canet is a traditional and family run wine estate, recognized as one of the leading “domaines” of Minervois, Languedoc-Roussillon. Among the vines and olive plantations you will find a cluster of nine independent cottages all converted from original buildings and the Château itself. Within the grounds you will find plenty to keep the whole family occupied including a swimming pool, tennis court and children’s play room. While on holiday here you can explore the vineyards, hike through miles of private countryside following herb-scented trails or use one of the estate’s bikes and venture further afield, along the peaceful country roads surrounding the estate.

10. Le Domaine des Fargues
Lieu Dit les Fargues, 24510 Sainte-Foy-de-Longas France