Only minutes away from the 14th century stone ramparts of Avignon, this home near the city centre might not look like it, but it’s stood for close to a hundred years. Originally built in the 1930s, it’s been sympathetically updated since to create a comfortable environment for you to recharge in. Lazy starts are the order of the day, and with the rooms being as cosy as they are, you’d want to stay under the covers until someone eventually coaxes you out with a freshly-brewed cup of coffee. If you managed to call dibs on the room that has direct access to the rooftop terrace, however, you might want to wake up before sunrise, just once, to watch it from out there. Breakfasts of croissants, scrambled eggs and fresh fruit can be enjoyed at the mismatched dining table. Fill out crosswords or catch up on news in the ample light of the breakfast bar – thanks to wrap-around floor-to-ceiling windows. If you happen to have a pain au chocolat, we’d recommend biting into the flaky pastry as you watch the rest of the group having fun in the garden. The latter is undoubtedly the showstopper and no one would blame you...Read more if you spent most of your time out there between the hot tub and the sun loungers. If you can leave the home behind for a bit of exploration, head into the city for a bite to eat. Admire the architecture of the cathedral and ramparts, visit wineries, and canoe on the Rhone.Read less