Normandy's culinary heritage is one that's well worth exploring, not least because of the huge range of fantastic ingredients produced in the region. Here you'll find succulent seafood, robust duck and gam...
With bountiful seas and rich agricultural land in spades, Vendée and Charente are two regions that have loads to offer even the pickiest foodie. With seafood to sample and some of the best rustic French cookery...
If you like your food, Provence makes for a great destination whether you're heading away with friends or family to one of our fantastic villas in Provence. With the bounty of the sea to tuck into on the Côte d...
Like much of France, the Midi-Pyrénées is an area that's ripe for exploration if you want to tickle and tantalise your tastebuds. There's endless fields and farmland where top-quality produce is grown and ...
Tasting everything France has to offer will be a big part of any holiday to the country - and if you're visiting one of our luxury villas in the Loire Valley the opportunities for gourmet indulgence a...
If you're the kind of person who likes their food, Tuscany is pretty much a dream destination. Though Italy's cuisine is popular all over the world, the freshest and most authentic dishes can only really be fou...
Let's be honest, the Italian Lakes are as scenic as they are idyllic. Crystal clear water flanked by mountains and vineyards, mild climates, pretty towns, great food and fantastic shopping… these lakes have got...
The call of the countryside is pretty strong - once you feel the need to head out and enjoy the great outdoors, there's not much you can do to satisfy that besides booking one of our beautiful cottages in the C...
With some major historical sites to get stuck in, and awe-inspiring landscapes to explore, it's easy to find unforgettable experiences on a group villa holiday to Crete. Simply follow your whims and let your im...
Mallorcan cuisine shares many influences with Spain – pork, olive oil, garlic and peppers are all staples. The island’s chefs are understandably passionate about their produce, and have set themselves to taking...
Kids and parents alike will get a lot out of a visit to the Cotswolds. There's a wealth of beautiful countryside to explore, charming market towns built from the famous Cotswold stone, and tons of adventures to...
From the world's most famous cheese to the world's strongest apple-based beverage, Somerset offers a range of treats for the culinary curious traveller. Fresh, local ingredients are often at the forefront of th...
If you're a bit of a foodie, you'll know how important it is to choose the right destination for your next break. Luckily, if you're thinking of heading to one of our luxury cottages in Devon you won't have any...
With so much pasture and farmland, it's hardly surprising that Norfolk produces some top-quality ingredients that are prized throughout the country. A visit to Norfolk can be a gastronomic extravaganza, but to ...
Biarritz, in South West France, is all about surf, golf, amazing green landscapes and beautiful beaches. It's one of the places that should be top of your to-do list when you visit the French Basque Country, an...
French heritage and wine go hand in hand. Without one, you simply can't have the other, and with little effort, the country conjures images of rolling vineyards, chateaux and sun-kissed slopes.
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Puglia's rugged and beautiful landscape is well-suited to a huge range of activities perfect for a group villa holiday. Venture out from your private "trulli" villa and explore the huge range of things to do in...
If you and your friends are thinking of heading to Brittany for a holiday together, you're in for a treat. Not only does this beautiful area of north-western France boast some amazing beaches (and some great ac...
Friends and Champagne - two things that mix together extremely well! If you've got a few like-minded companions and feel like exploring this exquisite region of north-eastern France, you'll be in for a treat. N...
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...