Gironde Homes for Six People

The Cognac Press

• 10 guests

• 5 bedrooms

Belluire, Charente-Maritime

Having lived a former life as a wine and cognac press, this beautifully converted home has retained all of its charm, along with exposed beams and brickwork. Spend your days in the 17th-century conversion – when you’re not off exploring historical sites or teeing off at any of the three surrounding golf courses – by doing as much or as little as you’d like.

Artichoke & Tomato

• 11 guests

• 5 bedrooms

Riocaud, Gironde

If you’re always in the kitchen at parties, don’t worry – at Artichoke & Tomato, everyone else will be too. The large, informal table seats 14, and forms the centre of the fully equipped kitchen with pantry.

Heard it Through the Vineyard

• 8 guests

• 5 bedrooms

Mazières-Naresse, Lot-et-Garonne

Hidden by farmland and summer flowers lies this charming villa brimming with character. Warm yourself by the traditional log fire or cool off in the private pool.