Team Travels: Dordogne

Once more our dashing team have been out and about visiting all the wonderful properties in our portfolio. This time, our kooky photographer Laeti and her two interns headed off to visit our chateaux in the&nbs...

Top 5 Luxury Ski Chalets in Europe

Speeding down snowy slopes under frost-capped mountains is a thrill that ski fans will be very familiar with. At our luxury ski chalets in Europe, you can spend evenings with your family huddled by the open-fir...

Top 5 Villas in Aquitaine

Whether you're seeking a remote escape with your special someone or just looking to sink your teeth into  new uncharted cultures - a trip to Aquitaine will be one to remember. Start by taking a look at our...

3 Top Vineyards For Your Bordeaux Wine Tasting Trip

There are over 100,000 vineyards scattered across Bordeaux, making it one of France’s top wine regions. Wherever you choose to rent a chateau in Bordeaux, you’re never far from a crop of top quality wineries, many of which offer a v...

Lavender Honey & Thyme Ice Cream Recipe

If you’re heading to one of our villas in Provence, not only will you enjoy the stunning accommodation with friends and family – but also the delicious regional food to go with it. We already hig...
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Top 5 Villas in Brittany

Brittany is famed chiefly for its beaches, and with so much coastline to explore it’s certainly one of the best reasons to visit the region. For travellers coming from the UK, it’s very accessible – its magnifi...

Team Travels : Lyon

Our gorgeous photographer Laeti recently got back from a trip back to her hometown, Lyon. And although you don't have the pleasure of knowing her personally, let me tell you - she talks about Lyon a lot! So let...

4 of France’s Most Romantic Luxury Villas

It's often called one of the most romantic countries in the world, but it's hard to put your finger on exactly why France is so associated with l'amour. The literature has certainly played a part and copious am...

Best Family Activities in Rhône-Alpes

Water and mountains dominate the landscape in Rhône-Alpes. It's prime territory for families keen on fresh-air adventure. From private plane rides over snow-capped mountains to foraging on horseback and kayakin...

Rhône-Alpes Travel Guide

Rhône-Alpes is the essence of adventure. With nearby rivers and mountains, it's open season for thrill seekers and anyone with a passion for the outdoors. And although it may be hard to believe, the air is cris...
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France Travel Guide

France is a beguiling place, bustling and cosmopolitan on one hand, calm and contemplative on the other. If you’re into fine dining, high-adrenaline sports, pristine beaches or historical masterpieces, you’ll f...

We’re on TV: A New Life in the Sun

Channel 4’s TV hit show, 'A New Life in the Sun' is back with a bang, making its second season return Monday 23rd January. If you’re reading this, with no clue what we’re on about; firstly – have you be...
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Movies to Fall in Love with… France

Lately we’ve been thinking about the films that make us fall more in love with France every time we watch them. So, in honour of the upcoming Cannes film festival in May, here’s three of our favourite films set...

Brittany Travel Guide

Want to get the inside scoop on Brittany before you book? You’ll find our full Brittany travel guide below, full of tips, inspiration and great things to do. OVERVIEW HIDDEN GEMS KIDS TO DO F...

Champagne Travel Guide

The people of Champagne have a lot to be proud about. Not only do they produce one of the world’s most celebrated fizzy drinks, the region was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2015, meaning it’s an ...
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Best Value Holiday Villas in St. Tropez!

Ah, St Tropez... that oh-so-chic pocket of the Côte D’Azur where celebs and playboys gather for opulent yacht parties and Michelin star cuisine. Not to mention Pampelonne beach with its white sands an...
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Vendée & Charente Travel Guide

With so much on offer, it's a wonder the departments of Vendée and Charente aren't bursting with tourists throughout the year. With Paris not too far off (so travel and a day trip to the City of Light are a bre...