These holiday homes in France were all used for something else in a previous life, giving them that added touch of history, charm and character. Don't miss your opportunity to stay in an atmospheric Breton presbytery, a beautiful cider barn right by the beach, a 19th century auberge in the south of France or even a delightful Provençal windmill.....

B201C, Pleyben, S. Brittany

Sleeps: 2

EUR 300-500 per week

One of three very appealing cottages within a traditional Breton Longhouse.

· Set in picturesque rural Brittany.
· Well equipped and beautifully decorated.
· Superb central position in Finisterre.

P324C, La Rochegiron, Provence

Sleeps: 2

EUR 400-700 per week

Exquisite 17th century former windmill in quiet rural position.

· Tastefully restored with high quality materials.
· Fantastic views over countryside.
· Shared pool.

P205K, Pierrevert, Provence

Sleeps: 4

EUR 1100 - 1400 per week

Delightful Provençal stone cottage, formerly a pigeon loft., in private hamlet.

· Shared pool (fenced).
· 2 km picturesque village with local shops.
· Great area for outdoor activities.

B612A, Malguenac, S. Brittany

Sleeps: 8

EUR 700-1150 per week

Former presbytery, built in 1850., sympathetically restored by owner.

· Walk to village shops.
· Relatively undiscovered part of Brittany.
· Good base for exploring.

B603B, Le Pouldu, S. Brittany

Sleeps: 12

EUR 900 - 2100 per week

Former cider barn, superb for family holiday, 500m sea.

· Carefully renovated using tradional Breton materials.
· Short walk to centre of village.
· Appeared in Gauguin painting!

P341A, Velleron, Provence

Sleeps: 12

EUR 1100 - 3000 per week

19th century auberge with private pool.

· Attractive enclosed garden.
· Convenient position on edge of village.
· Excellent local produce market nearby.