The Best Homes in Var

Mulberry House

• 13 guests

• 6 bedrooms

Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence

We're not sure if BBC sent you here, but if you want a closer look at Mulberry House's kitchen, look no further than Rick Stein’s 'Secret France' featuring the smiley host making a delicious meal here — and were absolutely expect your to try to recreate it! This is a typical French hilltop chateau, but this doesn't mean it's ordinary.

Snowy Luxury

• 6 guests

• 3 bedrooms

Saint-Chaffrey, Hautes-Alpes

Situated in the charming village of Chantemerle, this apartment is just a three-minute walk from the gondola linking you to Serre Chevalier’s spectacular 250 kilometres of piste. There’s also a footpath, for all building residents, which leads to River Guisane – perfect for a stroll.

Walnut Retreat

• 4 guests

• 1 bedrooms

Cognet, Huez

Nestled in the heart of Alpe d’Huez, this cosy mountain home is the perfect setting for a winter getaway to central France. Whether you’re here to ski or to simply soak up the gorgeous scenery, you can’t do much better than this tastefully decorated, alpine apartment, which comes equipped with a whole host of communal amenities that will make your stay here one to remember.