| Berville-sur-Mer, Normandy | Delightful thatched gîte with exposed beams, part of converted 17th century stable building set in tranquil gardens near River Seine in Brotonne National Park. Sleeps 2/4. 30 minutes from Le Havre, 2.5 hours from Boulogne/Calais. Near picturesque old harbour town of Honfleur, with superb restaurants and art museum. Within easy drive of Deauville, sandy beaches, D-Day landing beaches. Ideal for golf, walking, cycling, fishing and exploring Calvados, cider and Camembert country. Contact: Jan Fordham, +44 (0)20 7254 2834, Fax: +44 (0)20 7704 9964 or JanFordham@aol.com. |
| Gaillac, Tarn | Recently-restored stone grange. Sleeps 7 + cot. Peaceful setting amongst vines and sunflower fields. 45 minutes from Toulouse airport. Large pool, all-weather tennis court and boules court (shared). South-facing indoor/outdoor terrace with BBQ and garden. Fully-equipped kitchen. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite). Downstairs WC. Inglenook fireplace. Linen hire available. Golf, riding, cycling, fishing, sailing, canoeing nearby. Non-smokers only. Contact Mrs Glen Perry +44 (0)1245 471701 Fax: +44 (0)1245 478023 or dgms@enterprise.net. |
| SW France | Delightful country cottage, sleeps 8+ in comfort. All linen and towels supplied! Convenient to Cognac, Limoges, Bordeaux, Angouleme and La Rochelle. Wonderful beaches, 2 dungeons, 100+ chateaux, wine tasting and exceptional restaurants within easy drive. Easy trip from all ferry ports - maps provided. Local English agents. For complete information including details, photo and letters from prior guests, Contact M. Pitzak, P. O. Box 11650, Spring Texas 77391 USA +281-379-5888 (or in France, +33.05.49.29.97.57) or FrenchCottage@juno.com |
| Vienne | Enjoy peace, tranquility and magnificent views at Les Tardes, a hilltop hamlet in the heart of La France Profonde. Little over an hour from Paris by TGV, Les Tardes lies in a forgotten corner of France redolent of history on the edge of the Poitou, close by the spa town of Les Roches Posay. The three old farmhouses have been lovingly restored and furnished and are now waiting for you. For further information, pictures and booking details please see: http://www.foothill.net/~arachne or e-mail Arachne1@aol.com |
| Montpellier area | One three-bedroom village house($1000 - 2000) and one two-bedroom village house ($400 - 750) for rent; twenty minutes from Montpellier, in the heart of the wine country; sea resorts half hour; mountains, lakes, rivers, historical sites. Contact Julie Fay - e-mail enfay@eastnet.ecu.edu |
| Lot-et-Garonne | Delightful stone house with swimming pool. Sleeps 8/10 + baby or 14/16 with additional accommodation in separate cottage. Set in about 35 acres of grounds 20 minutes from Villeneuve-sur-Lot. The main house is very well-equipped: fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher, microwave; utility area with washing machine, enormous living room, dining room, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms etc. Lovely views from house, garden and pool which is 10m x 5m. Still available for part of July and other periods. Contact Pamela Swanson - + 44 (0)1256 862400 or e-mail FranceLets@aol.com |
| Minervois | To let from June 1998, spacious house with extensive grounds and swimming pool on the edge of a village in the heart of the Minervois - 35 minutes from Narbonne. Three bedrooms, large lounge, dining area and kitchen. Beautiful situation in the heart of the unspoiled garrigue. Contact: 01343 547784 or stephen.young@zetnet.co.uk |
| Languedoc | L'Auberge Des Deux Soeurs (Inn of the Two Sisters) Fully equipped vacation apartments in an Italianate villa located in the village of Roujan, 20 min. from Beziers. Situated in the heart of the wine country, Roujan is surrounded with castles and other ancient and unspoiled villages. $350 per week ($50 per night). For a full tour, see our website - http://www.frenchhotel.com |
| 50km Grenoble | Mountain Magic House made of stone in an old Style, possibility to > get heating from wood. Located in Gresse En Vercors, in a natural protected National Parc. Useful resort for all kind of mountains activitites, > ski, mountain bike ...etc. View on le Grand Veymont , highest peak of Vercors. You will see the view we have from inside, and the view of our rental house at www.altern.org/jdepre. Lots of room are Offered single beds, double, etc, and some from of our rooms you have the view on ski slopes. Prices from US$200-450 per week. |
| Aix en Provence | Modern, luxury villa - 3 bedrooms (sleeps 6), 2 bathrooms, big living room with TV, satellite and music center. 20 minutes walk from the town, but in a peaceful, rural location. The 1400 m² garden has a pool 10 x 4m and table-tennis. Aix en Provence is a very beautiful town, located between the Lubéron Chain and the Côte d'Azur. The house is not far from the Montagne Sainte Victoire, probably the most famous natural landmark in Provence, painted many times by Cézanne. Contact (0033)4.42.25.27.60 or 4.42.21.36.04 or marie-claire.rubinstein@ipsn.fr |
| Hérault | House in delightful listed mediaeval village in mountains near lakes, river and gorges. Well-equipped and modernised. Sleeps four. £100 - £220 pw. Contact Chris or Anna Thomas (+44)023 8084 6864 (phone/fax) or cgthomas@tinyworld.co.uk |
| Roussillon | Appartment in picturesque Collioure - 800 metres from the beach and 600 metres from the heart of the village with an abundance of restaurants etc. Lovely appt. - sleeps 4. Balcony with seaview and BBQ. All mod cons. TV. Washing machine. etc. Adjacent vineyards. Weekly rates from £150 per week (low season), £200 (mid) and £250 (peak). Contact Martin Taylor (+44) 0161 439 4351 or MARTINTAYLORS@compuserve |
| Languedoc/Roussillon | "Prairies" Charming 18th century village house in Nizas, near the Rennaisance town of Pezenas, 2 double bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, large living room and terrace leading to a private garden, washroom/laundry room. Nizas is a typical wine making village 25 minutes from the Mediterranean in the most beautiful part of Languedoc. $450 to $660 per week. Contact Carole@Nizas.com |