Why choose a luxury villa in France?

From lavender-clad hills and rolling vineyards to golden Atlantic beaches and characterful market towns, the appeal of a villa holiday in France is wide and wonderful. Our curated collection includes everything from tastefully restored manor houses to contemporary seaside villas — virtually all with a private swimming pool.

The best destinations for luxury villa holidays in France

• Provence is for many the classic image of France, and a superb base for a villa holiday for a family, a group of friends or a multi-generation gathering. The summers are long, the landscapes are idyllic and you can explore vineyards, hilltop villages and fields of lavender by bike, car or on foot in the cooler months. It’s foodie heaven, with bustling local markets if you like to eat in on your own stunning villa terrace, and restaurants for every budget from local bistros to Michelin-starred dining.
• The Dordogne is perfect for those seeking a slower pace, with honey-coloured villages, river valleys and a rich culinary heritage. It’s a favourite for family villa holidays in France, thanks to its space, history and outdoor activities.
• The Aquitaine Coast offers a different kind of France villa holiday, with sweeping Atlantic beaches, world-class surf and chic seaside towns. Ideal for active families, teenagers and beach lovers, with many golf courses and lots of touring possibilities even into Spain for keen explorers.
• Île de Ré combines understated coastal luxury with island charm, known for its pretty villages, cycle paths and many beautiful beaches — perfect for active breaks, gourmet couples and easy family holidays.

Family-friendly luxury villas in France

Choose a luxury family villa within walking distance of the beach on the Aquitaine coast or Île de Ré, where little ones can have some traditional bucket and spade fun and older kids can learn to surf or body board. The Dordogne is another good villa holiday option for families, with lots of activities from canoeing to caving and horse-riding, and milder temperatures than the far south in the high summer months.

Luxury villas in France for large groups

France makes your group or multi-generation villa holiday easy to plan, with multiple different travel options and a wide choice of large villas with a private pool and perhaps a chef to take care of you all. Luxury villas in Provence are particularly sought-after for groups with multiple age groups or interests; from wine tasting to cycle touring, kayaking to historic Roman towns where you can eat like an emperor, Provence offers a luxury French experience in stunning natural surroundings.

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