Les Fromentaux

You are deep in rural Brionnais surrounded by rolling hills in all directions. Sitting on the terrace gazing at the views will be restful, or reading quietly under the mulberry arbour. You’ll sleep in serene bedrooms, one on the ground floor which is perfect for anyone with reduced mobility, all with super views through large glass windows with shutters. En suite bathrooms gleam and have separate loos.

Breakfast is served at a long, communal table: fresh breads and croissants, yogurts, fruits, locally sourced jams and honey, cheese and Parma ham. If you take the whole house and self-cater you’ll find an excellent kitchen with two ovens, two fridges and all the kit you could need.

The bright and airy sitting area with comfortable sofas and plenty of room has soaring views through enormous windows and there’s a shared barbecue for long sultry evenings watching the stars appear, perhaps with a good bottle of local wine.