The second largest country in Europe, France offers the visitor plenty to explore. Rather than heading back to familiar territory this year, why not discover some of its lesser known areas? Wine lovers should head to Burgundy and the Champagne region. While gastronomes will take delight in truffle season in Cognac and Perigord. Normandy cottages are an ideal base for visiting the battlefields, or admire the pottery of Limoges.

From Brittany to the Midi-Pyrenees with plenty in between, France has something to offer everyone. Choose from the gites in France below, perfect for a break from the norm!