Available for winter lets between October and March Villot is a beautifully restored farming estate set in a stunning valley surrounded by streams and woodland, which has been transformed into a unique collection of holiday cottages grouped around a courtyard, with three all weather tennis courts and two swimming pools, one heated, with a poolside bar. Close to market towns, historic châteaux and wonderful bastide villages. For price per month: please enquire.

Available for long winter lets between November and April One of three two bedroom gites situated on a hillside above a small hamlet, 300 meters from the Lot river, in the midst of vines, woods and sunflowers in summer. Two of the gites are in a villa with a pool, the other more traditional gite, is an independent part of our house next door. The village nearby has essential shops and a market on Sunday mornings. Cahors 20 kms. Price per month 600 euros.

Available for winter lets between October and March A cosy, comfortable cottage in which to relax and enjoy the quiet beauty of this region. Set on a valley hillside overlooking the River Dropt in the small hamlet of Lauzanac, 3 kms from Eymet, a bastide market town with a choice of shops and restaurants. Close to several historic chateaux and medieval villages. Internet access, satellite TV and DVD. Bergerac 20 kms, Bordeaux 90 minutes. Price per month: €800 all inclusive.

Available for long winter lets between October and March Fraysse Haut is set in pleasant rolling countryside above the Lot river valley near Puy l'Evêque, 35 km from Cahors. The Barn is independent of the main house, has underfloor heating and a log fire, is spacious, light and airy and combines character with comfort. The village is about 5 kms by road, less by woodland path, and we can highly recommend the traditionally baked bread from the boulangerie. Local restaurants offer tempting menus and excellent value. Sleeps 2/4 people. Price per month: €650.

Available for winter lets between October and March. Mas Dou Calan is a traditional, stone built house dating from 1857, surrounded by a Mediterranean garden, pines trees and vines, in a magical situation at the foot of the Alpilles hills, just outside Saint Rémy, where we have a very comfortable studio with an en-suite bathroom and a private terrace in the wing. Near several excellent restaurants, golf courses, olive oil mills, within reach of the beautiful Luberon, the Camargue and the Mediterranean coast. Sleeps 2/4 people. Price per month : €700

Available for long winter lets between November and March Surrounded by a Mediterranean garden, olive groves and cypress trees within sight of Alpilles hills, the house is just over a kilometre from the centre of Saint Rémy de Provence. This is the countryside that inspired painters like Cézanne, Gaugin and van Gogh, who loved its brilliant colours and special light, its warm air scented with drifts of thyme and rosemary. Ideal for a winter sabbatical. Sleeps 2/4 people. Price per month €1200.

Available for long winter lets between November - 31 March Beautiful manoir near Chateau Biron in 23 hectares of natural woodland with wild deer, ideal for family and friends. Large log open fire, logs for free, no traffic noise. There’s a barn with games, a children's playground, lots of toys and a large Harry Potter bedroom. Ideal for a winter break, walking and cycling, house hunting, or simply relaxing. Situated at the south border of the Dordogne. Rates negotiable, please enquire. Sleeps 10/13.

Available for winter lets between October and March The 18th century Priory is situated in a peaceful park amongst a sea of vines, in the Languedoc countryside near Pézenas and Béziers. Each apartment is private and independent, individually decorated and furnished with an attention to detail, centrally heated with a terrace or garden. An ideal base for exploring the region. Price per month: please enquire.