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Rural retreats (420)

Rural retreats

Escape to the country – book a beautiful rural retreat! Choose from cosy country cottages, exquisitely converted farmhouses and Mediterranean-style fincas bursting with character.

Rural retreats provide the perfect setting for total relaxation. See our holiday cottages in Cornwall, the Cotswolds and the Lake District, or find a cottage with a mesmerising backdrop in Snowdonia or the Scottish Highlands. Further afield, explore the tranquillity and native wildlife in France, Italy or Spain from your own gite or trullo.

Some of our rural retreats come complete with private pools, BBQs, Jacuzzis and real log fires. They make perfect bases for hiking, cycling, fishing, or simply enjoying the peace and fresh air of the great outdoors.

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 3

The studio was originally the bar of the hotel and still has the original bar counter. It has it's own private access and a door leading out to the secluded courtyard (perfect for evening barbecues) and up the steps to the large garden and enclosed swimming pool. There are twin beds and a cot or additional bed can be provided for a third person.

from £33 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£232 - £290 / week

2 nights min stay

1 review

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 23 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
Late deal: save up to £37

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Gite | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

2 Bedroomed Gite in 16th Century farmhouse, with views of open countryside. 10 mins from the medieval town of Parthenay. Can be combined with our small gite to create one single unit. Grounds of 3 acres with swimming pool (30ft x 15ft). Ideal for families and/or couples. On the edge of a hamlet, this farmhouse gite has been renovated to retain beams and original features.

from £29 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£200 - £430 / week

1 night min stay

5 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 120 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Gite | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 4

La Petite Sojourn is a beautifully renovated barn with swimming pool set in the picturesque hamlet of Bagnault. Spacious, versatile accommodation, ideal for a couple or family seeking relaxation and privacy. Lovely gardens with BBQ area and patio for al fresco dining. Private and spacious accommodation for up to four people in a beautiful quiet, medieval village setting.

from £75 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£525 / week

7 nights min stay

1 review

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 111 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

Spacious house & garden, well equipped. Best of both worlds: Away from crowds and traffic, our quiet and private property but close to towns and beaches (15-20min), next shops only 5min away. Enjoy sun all day long around the house. Free eggs from our chickens included! TV & DVD players in 2 of the bedroom, wifi internet, direct from owner.

from £85 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£592 - £987 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 20 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Farmhouse | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Charming rustic farmhouse with fantastic stone and glass tiled pool sleeps 8 in three bedrooms and a mezanine floor.The house has a great kitchen /dining room ideal for family meals or entertaining .A comfortable lounge with free sat t.v.dvd player,wood burning fire. Lots of outdoor space to enjoy BBQ area and large poolside stone paved area, close to beaches and towns.

from £120 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£840 - £1312 / week

7 nights min stay

5 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 20 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • Pets welcome

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Caravan/mobile home | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Le Bois Dormant, St Jean de Monts – 3 bedroom mobile home (sleeps 8)

from £32 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£224 - £718 / week

7 nights min stay

1 review

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This property can be booked securely online within a few minutes. Just click on the ‘Check availability and book’ button on the property's advert.

Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 2 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

"Les Cotes" a self catering family 'home from home' with its own private swimming pool. Situated in the rural area of Pillac near Aubeterre it is suited to relaxing family holidays. It has 3 large bedrooms, kitchen, lounge with balcony and stunning views from all rooms.

from £75 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£525 - £860 / week

7 nights min stay

4 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 9 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

A beautiful, vine-covered house situated in the peaceful, ancient village of Migron surrounded by acres of vineyards and sunflowers. Excellently furnished and equipped throughout, with large, airy living rooms. Refurbished pool, lovely grounds with boules area and BBQ. 10% off Brittany Ferries travel is available on all bookings.

from £52 / night

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£368 - £1460 / week

7 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 60 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Gite | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 9

Verina is a fully-modernized, 5-bedroom farm cottage situated at the end of a country lane in the Charente. It has a 10 x 5 m swimming pool just for you, and there is perfect peace and quiet.

from £40 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£284 - £934 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 150 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Gite | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Delightful family gîte with two bedrooms, an enclosed back garden and on-site access to all the facilities at Dolphin Gites, including the heated swimming pool, table tennis and gardens. The cottage is full of old world charm with modern fittings and conveniences.

from £64 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£450 - £785 / week

7 nights min stay

4 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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Cottage | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Harmonie is a lovely Cottage situated on the south westerly edge of the pretty village of Salles De Villefagnan. with views over open countryside, a perfect place for a peaceful getaway in the Charente countryside, The summer climate in the Charente is one of the warmest and sunniest regions of France.

from £52 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£366 - £471 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

A spacious detached 4 bedroom house situated on the edge of a small rural village. A large child friendly garden makes it suitable for families. Great for exploring the region, al fresco dining and relaxation. Close to all main amenities. . A perfect spot for outdoor activities and historic sightseeing. An ideal property to accommodate 2 families.

from £100 / night

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£700 - £800 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 80 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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House | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

Beautiful 5-bedroom house in Vendee village, with own grounds and orchard, sunny terrace with countryside views, library and games room. Ideal for families. Situated in a pretty village, and about 45 minutes from the wonderful Vendee beaches. Right beside the stunning Mervent Forest with boating & swimming in its lakes, and miles of cycle paths.

from £60 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£420 - £800 / week

7 nights min stay

1 review

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 59 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Gite | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 3

Charming, newly refurbished gite in the heart of a village, ideally situated for a relaxing holiday or as a base for house hunting with all amenities only 2 km away. We also have 2 bedrooms available for B & B in the main house.

from £38 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£262 - £368 / week

Short stays welcome

1 review

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This property can be booked securely online within a few minutes. Just click on the ‘Check availability and book’ button on the property's advert.

Key info:

  • Nearest beach 60 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Bed & breakfast | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Free WiFi. Bedrooms are equipped with television, DVD player, safe, hair dryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. A gas BBQ, microwave oven and fridge available for the use of guests. Private onsite parking, Secure dry parking for cycles/motorcycles.

from £45 / night

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£314 - £534 / week

1 night min stay

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
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With the sunniest climate in Western France, this area is one of the most unspoilt in the country. The Atlantic coast has gentle sandy beaches, with bridged islands like Oléron and Ré, to be explored just offshore. The coast also boasts excellent golf courses and seaside resorts like La Rochelle, which is best discovered on foot. Not to be missed are the ruins of 5 medieval castles at Chauvigny, ‘Sleeping Beauty’s Castle’ at La Roche-Courbon, Roman monuments such as those at Saintes and numerous museums. These illuminate much of the region’s past, including the religious persecution of the Protestant population in the 17th century. A speciality of local cookery is a ripe Charentais melon, halved and filled with Pineau de Charente, a local apéritif. Inland the Futuroscope near Poitiers is one of France’s major attractions, with rides and laser displays all dedicated to the world of cinema and the moving image. Poitiers itself is a growing and bustling city, and well worth a visit.