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When most of us plan a holiday we take the traditional route of booking flights, car hire, and lodgings at a hotel or resort.  This places restrictions on travel that can leave you feeling stressed out and financially drained.  For a different kind of holiday, why not consider renting a private residence?

In France, holiday rentals are called “gites.”  These are private homes, apartments, townhouses and cottages that are offered for rental to holidaymakers by their owners.  You can find these holiday cottages just about anywhere in the country, from Provence to Paris.  Renting gites in France is a flexible, affordable way to experience the rich cultural and historic heritage of this great nation. 

Most gites in France are fully furnished with all the comforts of home.  You’ll find spacious living quarters, cosy bedrooms, kitchens, gardens, and more.  Some properties even boast additional amenities like private swimming pools and tennis courts, laundry facilities, saunas, wireless internet access, balconies, and equipment such as highchairs and cribs for those travelling with infants or small children.  Never spend another holiday in France cramped in a tiny hotel room or resort suite.

You can expect to spend anywhere from £100 to more than £20,000 for a week’s stay at gites in France.  The price, of course, depends on the type and size of property you want.  Single bedroom apartments, B&B rooms, studios, and small holiday cottages are the most affordable options for couples or small groups; large parties will benefit from splitting the cost of a large villa, mansion, or castle.

No matter what kind of getaway you have planned, make the most of it by renting gites in France.