La Petite Maison Blanche

A spacious courtyard, two ancient yews and this lovely restored house ooze charm - swim, cycle, walk in glorious countryside, taste cognac.

The sitting room is light and bright with comfy seating and an antique fireplace housing a cosy wood-burner for cooler days. Lots of antiques jostle with some mid-century pieces and modern finds – the effect is very pleasing. Wander through to the kitchen/dining room which has plenty of kit and a big round table for sociable meals indoors.

Mostly you’ll be out on your terrace, sizzling something delicious on the barbecue, sliding into the pool, or visiting the open-sided yoga and wellness space where classes can be organised – you can ask for massage and beauty treatments too. Scented candles invite calm, you’ll find a bottle of champagne and some local pineau; this is really very civilised.

Two upstairs bedrooms have well-dressed beds with plenty of pillows and cushions for reading, their tastefully restored bathrooms perfumed by Cotswolds soaps and lotions. You’ll find two bikes to borrow and the bakery a short hop.