Discover the best holiday rentals: self-catering villas, charming holiday homes and unique apartments France
The beauty of staying in a holiday home lies in the rhythm you set for yourself. Whether it's a minimalist beach house, a secluded stone cottage or a design-led villa with sweeping views, these spaces offer the freedom to live like a local, but with more style, privacy and intention, be it for couples, families or groups of friends. At Secretplaces, we seek out holiday homes and villas that stand out for their architecture, ambience and setting — places where the materials matter, the light is right, and the atmosphere invites calm. From refined apartments in historic cities to countryside retreats framed by olive groves, our handpicked selection goes beyond the functional. These are spaces with soul. Whether you're preparing a slow breakfast in a sunlit kitchen, enjoying the quiet of a mountain chalet, or watching the sea change colour from a villa with a pool, the essence is always the same: considered design, a sense of place, and the luxury of simplicity Each place in our collection has been handpicked for its style, soul, and sense of place.
Boutique holiday homes, villas, and self-catering apartments — curated with care:
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La Bâtisse en Blanc
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringWelcome to the luxury B&B hotel La Bâtisse en Blanc, a magnificent retreat located in the charming seaside village of Golfe-Juan! Here you'll find everything you need for a refreshing getaway in a beautifully maintained and delightfully renovated...- Coast
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- 8 rooms
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- from 200 EUR
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L'Esprit du Port
Holiday ApartmentIn the Basse Normandie, France, Laurence and Astrid have created this exquisite apartment, which provides the perfect base to discover and enjoy the sweet Normandie lifestyle. Here, it is all about modern design, wide spaces and style. The apartme...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 4 people
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- from 200 EUR
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La Divine Comédie
Luxury HotelLa Divine Comédie is a mansion in the historic medieval centre of Avignon, an elegant and refined little oasis where you feel directly how much commitment the owners put into the accommodation and the way they treat their guests. Amaury and Gil...- City
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- 6 rooms
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- from 350 EUR
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Les Oliviers Villa 5*
Holiday home villaIn the heart of an old silk mill from the 18th-century in Provence, this exclusive villa offers a luxurious and modern stay. Villa Les Oliviers is integrated in a 20,000 square meter garden and forest in the Luberon National Park. The interior of...- Wine Country
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- 3 people
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- from 256 EUR
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Camellas-Lloret Maison d'Hôtes
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringTucked away on a medieval hilltop village in the Languedoc, Camellas-Lloret once started as a dream of Annie and Colin Moore, who met on a train leaving Paris in 1982. Together they dreamed of creating a place to celebrate and share the pleasures...- Countryside
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- 5 rooms
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- from 173 EUR
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Chalet Ambre
Holiday home villa- France
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- Rhône-Alpes
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- Tignes
The Chalet Ambre is a secret place of luxury, settled within the beautiful ski area of Tignes Le Lac. Offering a unique experience of luxury comfort, combined with modern and stylish interior design, this place offers accommodation for up to 11 gu...- Mountain
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- 11 people
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- from 880 EUR
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Château de la Barre
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringA Private View to France with all the douceur de vivre of the Loire and the gracious hospitality of French aristocracy. Located in the Loire Valley, just two hours from Paris hidden within a 100 acre private park, lies a graceful Chateau, where el...- Countryside
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- 7 rooms
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- from 380 EUR
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Chateau de Villette
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringThe enchanting Chateau de Villette was originally built in the 18th century as a holiday country house for the bishop of Autun and is surrounded by a 500 hectare property. Today Coen and Catherien live in the property with their children and share...- Countryside
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- 6 rooms
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- from 211 EUR
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Chateau La Bourlie
Castle hotelThis secret place - The Chateau La Bourlie - is a historic chateau settled on over 1400 acres of pure nature and combines in an unique way the unspoiled nature, absorbing art and passion for food and travel. La Bourlie is not a hotel but a luxurio...- Countryside
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- 4 properties
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- from 270 EUR
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Château St Pierre de Serjac
Hotel & Self-Catering- France
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- Occitanie
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- Hérault
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- Puissalicon
Are you a wine buff? Ever fancied a holiday inside a vineyard? Well, the Château St. Pierre de Serjac offers you this singular opportunity.And if you go for it you might as well go for it in style, for his luxury hotel comes with eight rooms decor...- Wine Country
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- 44 rooms
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- from 220 EUR
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Chateau Talaud
Hotel & Self-CateringSurrounded by vineyards and green countryside the setting of Chateau Talaud is just lovely. And don’t just take our word for it, there’s a long list of guests who have stayed there. They usual describe the place with superlatives. “I felt just...- Countryside
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- 8 rooms
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- from 290 EUR
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Chateau Villarlong
Apartments or whole Villa- France
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- Occitanie
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- Aude
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- Carcassonne
Chateau Villarlong represents much more than just a holiday apartment. By offering a greatly higher privacy than any other hotel-suite, every dwelling of Chateau de Villarlong will be a magnificent location for our guests.The name of Villarlong de...- Wine Country
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- 13 rooms
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- from 150 EUR
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Clos des Aspres
Hotel & Self-CateringSet amongst rich vineyards and with the foothills of the Pyrenees serving as a background is where you will find this lovely 19th century Catalan house. The setting could not be more beautiful and it provides a truly peaceful haven of peace that i...- Countryside
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- 6 rooms
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- from 100 EUR
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Cuq En Terrasses
Hotel & Self-Catering- France
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- Occitanie
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- Tarn
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- Cuq-Toulza
Who needs Languedoc or Provence when you have such a beautiful, undiscovered gem as the Midi-Pyrénées. We say this tongue in cheek, of course, but this part of the world is surely reminiscent of what its more famous neighbours in this part of t...- Countryside
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- 7 rooms
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- from 125 EUR
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Domaine de Capiès
Holiday homes villas- France
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- Occitanie
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- Aude
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- Carcassonne
Domaine de Capiès is a place to escape to in the south of France, thirty minutes from Carcassonne. The beautiful old stone farmhouse and barns make up the collection of 4 cottages, simply but tastefully styled, with breath-taking, south-facing...- Countryside
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- 5 properties
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- from 115 EUR
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Domaine des Andéols
Hotel & Self-CateringStylish and chic hideaway in Provence. Provence – rustic, typical, serene and beautiful; well, you can cut out the first two when referring to the Domaine des Andéols for a start. It is anything but rustic or typical and the operative words h...- Countryside
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- 19 rooms
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- from 457 EUR
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Domaine Mon Belvédère
Holiday ApartmentsLocated between the cities of Grasse and Nice, this luxurious estate features five accommodations with one or two bedrooms, all with kitchens. Enjoy the views from the private balcony and explore the 7400 m² park with olive trees, a swimming pool, and a wooden terrace. The estate offers Ayurvedic yoga, relaxation sessions, massages, and a pétanque court.- Countryside
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- 5 properties
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- from 110 EUR
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Domaine Saint Hilaire
Holiday home villaDreamy and rural – that is how the Domaine Saint Hilaire looks on the first sight. The award winning wine domaine, between Beziers and Sète is surrounded by 70 acres of vineyards and exists since the 1800s. However completely renovated the buildin...- Wine Country
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- 14 people
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- from 500 EUR
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Glycines Country Guesthouse
Holiday ApartmentsGlycines Country Guesthouse is a charming cottage located in France's lovely countryside. It has 3 modern and spacious apartments (Caroline, Valerie, and Sophie), each with a fully equipped kitchen, king sized bed, and romantic Italian shower. Wak...- Countryside
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- 3 properties
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- from 125 EUR
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Hotel Lodge La Petite Couronne
Hotel & Self-CateringActive relaxation anyone? If you want to relax, see beautiful countryside and perhaps enjoy a number of activities, then may we suggest the lovely Hôtellerie La Petite Couronne, which opened its doors to the public in 2009. This is a place th...- Countryside
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- 11 rooms
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- from 89 EUR
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Hôtel U Capu Biancu
Hotel & Self-CateringAt the southern tip of Corsica, between Porto-Vecchio and Bonifacio, you will find the Hotel U Capu Biancu, a perfect mixture of authentic Corsican simplicity with a touch of refinement which makes it really enjoyable. The location, perfectly nest...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 40 rooms
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- from 350 EUR
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La Bastide de Marie
Hotel & Self-CateringClassy boutique hotel and spa hotel in Provence. La Bastide de Marie is not easy to find but incredibly hard to leave. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that over the years this 18th century stone house has won numerous accolades, including...- Countryside
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- 14 rooms
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- from 270 EUR
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La Cour Sainte Catherine
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringLa Cour Sainte Catherine is right in the heart of Honfleur, a fishing village on the Seine estuary. It was originally a 17th century Augustinian convent that two Parisians, Lilian and Antoine, having returned to their homeland decided to manage...- City
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- 9 rooms
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- from 180 EUR
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La Dimora
Boutique HotelDo you want to experience Corsica in a paradisaical environment? The imposing hotel La Dimora makes it possible!This historical farmhouse, built during the 18th century, has been transformed into a luxury four star hotel where all your dreams can...- Countryside
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- 17 rooms
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- from 185 EUR
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La Grange du Clos St Saourde
Holiday home villaNow, if you have read our review of the Clos de Saint Saourde, you will know what we think of this utterly delightful accommodation, one that is literally set in stone as it was, in effect, painstakingly hewn out of the rock and the result, as...- Countryside
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- 8 people
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- from 400 EUR
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La Maisom Sur le Quai
Holiday home villaTwo-bedroom fisherman’s house with private sea-view terrace in Port-en-Bessin. A quiet coastal escape with timeless interiors and harbourfront views. Live with the tides in this design-led retreat on Normandy’s shore. Elegant, intimate, and full of coastal character.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 4 people
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- from 120 EUR
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La Maison de Beaumont
Holiday ApartmentsLa Maison de Beaumont has six fully furnished flats and is located in Beaumont-de-Pertuis, a picturesque village in the Luberon Natural Park, near the border to the Alpes de Haute Provence. All studios have their own kitchen and bathroom. The...- Village
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- 6 properties
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- from 125 EUR
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La Souqueto B&B
Bed and Breakfast- France
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- Occitanie
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- Aude
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- Mirepeisset
La Souqueto is an award-winning boutique guest house in the newly created region of Occitanie (once called Languedoc), France! Located in the centre of a small, thriving Medieval village very near to the stunning Canal du Midi, this leading B&B of...- Village
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- 4 rooms
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- from 98 EUR
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La Suite Loft 5*
Holiday home villaThis 5-star luxury loft house is perfect for two people who want to enjoy a holiday in a luxurious and relaxing environment. The house is located on a former silkworm farm, which has now been transformed into an oasis of luxury.The loft house desi...- Wine Country
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- 2 people
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- from 278 EUR
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La Vie de Cocagne
Holiday home villaLa Vie de Cocagne is not a hotel but a holiday home for rent. Designed as a suite in the middle of the countryside, it can accommodate from 2 to 5 guests. The very title “la Vie de Cocagne” gives something away about the place. Basically it...- Countryside
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- 4 people
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- from 300 EUR
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Le Manoir de Ravenoville
Holiday homes villas- France
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- Normandy
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- Manche
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- Ravenoville
Le Manoir de Ravenoville is a magnificent home dating back to Louis XIII, which can comfortably accommodate up to 8 people. The whole house is filled with traditional wood paneling and classic decoration, for example the soft pastel coloured silk...- Countryside
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- 4 properties
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- from 245 EUR
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Le Moulin Sur la Rivière
Holiday home villaThis beautiful converted mill can be found in the middle of the countryside in the South of France, on the river's edge under the shadow of centuries old sycamore trees. The mill is one of the last historical mills of the Hérault, with over 1000 y...- Countryside
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- 10 people
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- from 480 EUR
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Les Sardines aux Yeux Bleus
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringThe Blue Eyed Sardines may be a funny name but even so it says a lot about this chic bed and breakfast. By that we mean it is offbeat in the nicest sense. The owners Tanur Shah and Gilles Nicolet have managed to perfectly blend the big city style...- Countryside
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- 6 rooms
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- from 145 EUR
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Les Sarments
Holiday home villaThe unique Gite Les Sarments is settled within a beautiful winery in a traditional Burgundy village in France.This authentic former winemaker house welcomes its guests with a great combination of history, modern comfort and authentic lifestyle.Thi...- Village
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- 8 people
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- from 531 EUR
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Les Toiles du 15
Bed and Breakfast or whole Villa100drine and Dom Labreuil, painters and designers, welcome you to their home in Montaren et St Médiers, a quiet and authentic village 4 kms from Uzes, between Nimes and Avignon (TGV and airport). This carefully restor...- Countryside
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- 5 rooms
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- from 150 EUR
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Maison Cerisiers 5*
Holiday home villaLes Cerisiers is a 5-star property sheltered from the hustle and bustle, where guests can enjoy nature, surrounded by vineyards and lavender in the beautiful Provence. The charming and luxurious house offers great comfort with contemporary archite...- Wine Country
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- 2 people
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- from 275 EUR
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Maison d’Été
Holiday home villaMaison d'Été, a restored 18th-century house in Babio, a wine-growing village, preserves historical charm with original details, featuring three bedrooms, a garden and a pool. A charming countryside retreat surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, just minutes away from the Mediterranean Sea.- Wine Country
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- 4 people
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- from 160 EUR
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Maison Lùisa
Holiday ApartmentMaison Luisa is a fully renovated apartment located in a historic building in Autun, Burgundy. The apartment includes two bedrooms, a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a bathroom. It offers modern amenities complemented by a fireplace and a balcony with city views.- City
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- 6 people
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- from 140 EUR
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Maison Mèze
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringEnjoy a unique stay in Mèze, an old fishing town in the Languedoc wine region of southern France, with narrow streets, a picturesque harbor, and fantastic food. Hotel Maison Mèze is located right in the heart of the old town of this lively coastal...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 4 rooms
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- from 270 EUR
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Manoir Laurette
Holiday home villaIf you are looking for a wonderful lodging in the Lot et Garonne region in France – Manoir Laurette is the right choice. The Villa has been restored to meet highest standards, not only because of the exquisite and elegant furniture. Due...- Countryside
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- 10 people
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- from 450 EUR
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Mas des Avelines
Holiday home villaA luxury farmhouse, close to the sea, with beautiful gardens and shady terraces, heated salt water swimming pool, surrounded by vineyards - can you imagine something more appealing than that? It's hard, no?Here at Olives and Vines, the owners...- Countryside
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- 10 people
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- from 880 EUR
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Mas des Oules
CottagesLe Mas des Oules is a beautiful property in Saint-Victor-des-Oules with eight elegant self-catering houses and apartments. There is an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace shaded by grapevines, with garden furniture and a barbecue.Ranging from...- Countryside
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- 8 properties
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- from 143 EUR
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Mer Nature
CottagesThis spacious former fisherman's house is located just 30 metres from the sea in the fishing village of Port-en-Bessin in Normandy. The house has been recently renovated but retains much the original wood and stone materials. It is divided i...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 3 people
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- from 165 EUR
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Poisson Nomade
Holiday ApartmentIf you're looking for the ideal place for a family holiday then Poisson Nomade is definitely for you. Set in a quaint fisherman's house surrounded by the cobbled alleys of the old Port-en-Bessin, the house is only 50 metres from the sea. The rusti...- Coast
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- 4 people
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- from 200 EUR
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Villa des Oliviers
Holiday home villaIn need of a break from the nosy neighbours? Then don´t hesitate to rent this rare treasure, hidden in a private valley of Provence and enjoy the tranquillity and the fact of not having neighbours at all. Villa des Oliviers is an exclusive apar...- Countryside
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- 12 people
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- from 420 EUR
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Villa Lafage - Pigeon Tower
Holiday home villaVilla Lafage - Pigeon Tower is located in the heart of the rolling French countryside of the Nouvelle Aquitaine. It is the perfect rural escape to spend some quality time with your close family, or enjoy the company of dear friends. Relax, explore...- Countryside
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- 5 people
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- from 136 EUR
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Villa Lavande
Bed and Breakfast or whole VillaDo you want to experience a rendezvous with the happy life? Then, this unique oasis of happiness, french charme and tranquility is your secret place. This oasis in the Provence offers one main house and three little houses for up to 7 guests, surr...- Countryside
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- 1 properties
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- from 500 EUR
Our short listed lodgings
Below you will find some more lovely accommodations we have recently discovered and that we will publish soon. You can book them through booking.com in the meantime.
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CASA LEGNA - Ecolodge hotel
Bed and BreakfastCasa Legna is a thoughtfully designed eco-lodge in balagne, Corsica. A collaboration between two sisters who aimed to create a unique, sustainable holiday experience the lodges feature contemporary architecture and are built with environmentally friendly materials. Each lodge is designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding nature, ensuring peace, privacy, and a low environmental impact.- Countryside
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- 10 properties
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- from 287 EUR
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La Maison du Parc
Hotel & Self-CateringA holiday with your family in a lovely cottage in Normandy. La Maison du Parc in Honfleur could be your gateway to explore this beautiful region. With its fabulous garden and private terraces, spacious apartments and fully equipped kitchen, this peaceful accommodation in Honfleur is perfect for an your holiday in France. Also, the owners will be happy to share their insider tips and best places to eat in Normandy.- Village
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- 5 rooms
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- from 297 EUR
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La Petite Folie Honfleur
Bed and BreakfastLa Petite Folie Honfleur is a beautiful house in the centre of Honfleur which has been completely renovated to provide 8 charming apartments just a stone's throw from the Vieux Bassin. The apartments are suitable for 2 to 4 people and are tastefully decorated in warm and harmonious tones, each with its own kitchen and bathroom.- City
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- 3 properties
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- from 198 EUR
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Le Moulin Camoula
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringLe Moulin Camoula is a lovely bed and breakfast, situated near the charming village St. Jeannet, a very popular meeting place of cycling fans, at the foot of the famous rocky mountain le Baou. The perfect starting point in discovering les Alpes Maritimes and the blue shores of the French Riviera.- Mountain
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- 4 rooms
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- from 136 EUR
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Résidence Casarina
Bed and Breakfast & self-catering.Residence Casarina is a tranquil place between the sea and the Corsican countryside, featuring a heated swimming pool, just 300 meters from Maora Beach and close to Bonifacio. With elegant rooms overlooking the countryside and the sea, as well as cosy apartments surrounded by nature, ideal a peaceful and relaxing stay.- Countryside
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- 30 rooms
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- from 80 EUR
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The Liberty House
Holiday ApartmentLa Maison is an adorable home dating back to the 18th century. It comprises four independent apartments with accommodations ranging from 1 to 4 people, situated on the delightful square named “Place de la Liberté” in Poitiers.- City
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- 4 properties
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- from 83 EUR
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Villa du Pyla
Apartments or whole VillaVilla du Pyla is perfectly situated to offer sweeping views of the bay’s most spectacular scenery and golden beaches. Each of the 18 beautifully appointed suites has been thoughtfully designed and includes either a balcony, terrace, or private garden—ideal for soaking in the tranquility of the surroundings.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 18 properties
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- from 178 EUR