Family-Friendly Villas in the South of France
A family-friendly villa combines pool safety (fencing or alarms that meet French law), baby and toddler kit such as cots, high chairs and stair gates, enclosed gardens, and space for every age, so parents can relax while children play safely.
We have found these 395 villas for you

Travelling with children changes what makes a villa work, and we know exactly what to look for. Every villa in our family-friendly collection has been hand-picked with young families in mind: safe, fenced or gated pools, enclosed gardens, and the practical kit that saves you packing it. Many have been visited in person by our team since 2006, so the details we describe are the details you will find. Whether you need a travel cot and a stair gate for a toddler or a games room to keep teenagers happy, you will find villas across Provence, the Cote d’Azur, and Languedoc built for a real family holiday.
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254407.jpg,254411.jpg,254409.jpg,254410.jpg,254403.jpg,254402.jpg,254408.jpg,254406.jpg,254404.jpg,254405.jpg0Marina View (STPZ111EE)
- 6 guests | 3 bedrooms
When you enter the building from the quay, you ascend 3 floors in an ornate 16th-century stairwell which is officially listed as a historical monument. You then arrive in the 130m2 apartment, comprising a living area, terrace and three bedrooms, one of which is a spacious master suite. The apartment...
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- 12 guests | 6 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms
Spacious villa with private pool. Lovely pool terrace and summer kitchen where you will want to spend all of your time. The house boasts 6 bedrooms very comfortably sleeping 12 guests with an extra high-quality sofa bed in the living room. 4-person jacuzzi. The centre of the village is within...
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- 12 guests | 5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms
This delightful old house has been in the same family for 13 generations! It is highly valued and much-loved and now the current owners would like to share the joy with their guests. Located in a peaceful and private spot with no near neighbours but only 5 minutes from a...
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Beachside Cottage (SER104)
- 6 guests | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
Located in a 4-star camping village with shops, bar and good restaurant, wood-fired pizza, sports areas, children's playground, coastal walking trails and private direct access to a fabulous beach. Large heated pool with view out over the Mediterranean Everything you need for the perfect holiday. Sleeps up to 6 guests...
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- 5 guests | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
Do you need some fun in the sun? Or perhaps just a rest from the hustle and bustle? Whether you're looking to discover the South of France or just kick back and relax, this is the place for you. Amazing view of the Mediterranean. Double bed + bunks + sofa...
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- 18 guests | 5 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
Beautiful old house on a 7-property estate sleeping up to 18. Enjoy a fantastic shared pool and endless on-site activities. Perfect for large family holidays!
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- 14 guests | 5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms
Spacious character home for 14 guests on a stunning shared estate. Includes a large swimming pool and endless activities—perfect for groups or multi-families!
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262768.jpg,262767.jpg,262769.jpg,262766.jpg,262765.jpg,262760.jpg,289877.jpg,289875.jpg,289874.jpg,289876.jpg,262764.jpg,262763.jpg,262762.jpg,262770.jpg,262761.jpg,262749.jpg,262759.jpg,262758.jpg,262751.jpg,262750.jpg0Le Mas de Bonheur (MONT172)
- 44 guests | 15 bedrooms
Le Mas de Bonheur occupies an intimate and privileged setting in unspoiled nature at the foot of the Pic Saint-Loup. Imagine an irresistible little guest village offering large family houses, smaller 2/4-person gites, a swimming pool, a dovecote, large tables, ping-pong tables, a bowling alley. Bespoke activities on demand -...
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263442.jpg,263449.jpg,263443.jpg,263432.jpg,263431.jpg,263433.jpg,263450.jpg,263459.jpg,263436.jpg,263435.jpg,263437.jpg,263439.jpg,263438.jpg,263441.jpg,263454.jpg,263445.jpg,263453.jpg,263457.jpg,263447.jpg,263452.jpg,263448.jpg,263434.jpg,263446.jpg0Fisherman's Wharf (PTGR143HR)
- 8 guests | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
Newly refurbished Fisherman's house with 14-metre berth in quiet but central road in Port Grimaud 1. The house has a front courtyard and rear terrace looking out over one of the main canals. Short walk to the beach. 4 bedrooms/2 bathrooms.
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- 8 guests | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
A lovely big holiday rentals property in South France, ideal for a family or 2 families sharing. With a private swimming pool, Wi-Fi, Home Cinema and set in a quiet location surrounded by vineyards, this is the ideal spot for a family holiday in the South of France. Medieval town...
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267072.jpg,267076.jpg,267075.jpg,267074.jpg,267073.jpg,267264.jpg,267260.jpg,267262.jpg,267261.jpg,267057.jpg,267071.jpg,267070.jpg,267069.jpg,267068.jpg,267067.jpg,267066.jpg,267065.jpg,267064.jpg,267063.jpg,267062.jpg,267061.jpg,267060.jpg,267059.jpg,267058.jpg0Gites Fabre (ROU112)
- 21 guests | 10 bedrooms | 10 bathrooms
Planning a group holiday? These 3 spacious gites sleep up to 23 with a shared pool. Perfect for large families holidaying together in the South of France.
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267086.jpg,267096.jpg,267093.jpg,267092.jpg,267091.jpg,267089.jpg,267088.jpg,267087.jpg,267095.jpg,267082.jpg,267078.jpg,267084.jpg,267100.jpg,267099.jpg,267097.jpg,267098.jpg0Gite Fabre Netherlands (ROU113)
- 8 guests | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms
Book this charming 3-bedroom village gite in the South of France. Sleeps 6, enjoys a shared pool, and is walking distance to all local amenities. Ideal for families!
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- 8 guests | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
Delightful well-equipped villa located on the edge of the village of Murviel-lès-Béziers, one of the many winemaking villages of the Languedoc, with bars and shops within walking distance. Set within its own beautiful garden with mulberry trees, cypresses and great views across the village and surrounding hills. Part air conditioned....
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- 6 guests | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
Lovely villa just 10 minutes from the long sandy beaches of the Languedoc. Walking distance to shops in charming village of Fleury d'Aude. Air conditioning. Perfect spot for a great family holiday! Could be suitable for perople with reduced mobility. 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms.
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297383.jpg,297377.jpg,297376.jpg,297374.jpg,297368.jpg,297379.jpg,297378.jpg,297373.jpg,297369.jpg,297375.jpg,297370.jpg,297381.jpg,297372.jpg,297380.jpg,297371.jpg,297382.jpg0Villa Pamprenelle (POIL111)
- 6 guests | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
This is a classic south of France villa located in the much sought-after village of Poilhes. Canal du Midi just 2 minutes away. Air conditioning throughout, heatable pool and easy walking distance to restaurants and bars. Easy parking. 3 bedrooms/1 bathroom. (Possibility to use 4th bedroom with en suite bathroom...
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- 10 guests | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms
Chardonnay Farmhouse is a very spacious gite situated in a working wine domaine. The entire estate offers accommodation for up to 40 guests across nine independent gîtes. Ideal for family gatherings, group events or weddings. Set within 120 hectares of private vineyards, olive groves and pine forest, where the gentle...
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- 4 guests | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
Roussanne Gite is an original vineyard worker's cottages sympathetically renovated to make a comfortable home-from-home for up to 4 guests. Located on a working wine domaine offering accommodation for up to 40 guests across nine independent gîtes. Ideal for family gatherings, group events or weddings. Set within 120 hectares of...
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- 5 guests | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
Apartment Lucques is a duplex loft sympatheticially renovated to make a comfortable home-from-home for up to 5 guests. Located on a working wine domaine offering accommodation for up to 40 guests across nine independent gîtes. Ideal for family gatherings, group events or weddings. Set within 120 hectares of private vineyards,...
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- 5 guests | 3 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
One of six Gites on an old domaine. Perfect for a single family or several families and friends sharing time together. Kid-friendly location. You can have your own space or your group can be together - you choose. Les Six Gites de Madiran make a perfect getaway for relaxing and...
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- 5 guests | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
One of six Gites on an old domaine. Perfect for a single family or several families and friends sharing time together. Kid-friendly location. You can have your own space or your group can be together - you choose. Les Six Gites de Madiran make a perfect getaway for relaxing and...
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- 6 guests | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms
Just the job for a peaceful away-from-it-all in La Belle France. Located in the charming village of Tourliac just 10 minutes from popular medieval Villeréal. Peaceful countryside setting surrounded by nature. The perfect place for families or couples looking to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Dordogne countryside while...
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- 4 guests | 1 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
La Ferriero 201 is a wonderful 60m² villa ideal for a small family - this property can sleep up to 4 people in two bedrooms, has a private garden with a BBQ and is South-East facing.
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- 6 guests | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
L'Escas de Nouguié Suite 303 is a 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom villa of 80 m2 that can sleep 4-6. Complete with a large private landscaped garden and shared swimming pool, this property is ideal for families with young and not-so-young children. Air conditioning, well-equipped kitchen.
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Maison de Thau (MEZ102)
- 2 guests | 1 bedrooms
Maison de Thau is a wonderful property overlooking the Etang de Thau and its famous oyster beds. Based on the ramparts of an ancient fishing port, this is the place to be for relaxation and culture. The perfect place for a romantic getaway, this property sleeps 2 people.
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Apartment Grimaud (PTGR134HR)
- 4 guests | 2 bedrooms
This property is a great option for a family looking for a cosy place to stay in Port Grimaud, in a fantastic location right smack bang in the middle of St Tropez and Sainte Maxime. With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this apartment can accommodate up to 4 people and...
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- 6 guests | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
Smart 2 bedroom villa with large terrace on a private residence with shared secure swimming pool. Sleeps 4 comfortably plus 2 on sofabed in the lounge. Walking distance to village of Portiragnes and 3 minute drive to Mediterranean beaches. FLEXIBLE START DATES - 7 DAYS MINIMUM.
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- 2 guests | 1 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms
Delightful, attractive 18th century town house with private roof terrace in the centre of Olonzac. FREE WiFi Internet access available
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- 2 guests | 1 bedrooms
Studio Apartment on a smart spa resort in the centre of Pézenas, one of the most interesting towns in the Languedoc. Shared indoor and outdoor pools, on-site wine bar, spa and hammam. Easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. Air-conditioning, internet. Flexible arrival and departure days, book as many or...
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- 2 guests | 1 bedrooms
Luxury suite with one bedroom in La Distillerie de Pézenas, a Garrigae property. Superbly located in the centre of Pézenas, one of the most interesting towns in the Languedoc. Shared pool, Spa and Hammam, easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. Small, well-equipped kitchen, air-conditioning, internet. Flexible arrival and departure...
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- 2 guests | 1 bedrooms
Luxury Executive suite with one bedroom, terrace and private Jacuzzi in La Distillerie de Pezenas, a Garrigae property. Shared indoor and outdoor pools, spa and hammam. Easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. Small kitchen, air-conditioning, internet. Flexible arrival and departure days, book as many or few days as you...
Why Families Choose Us
A villa gives your family room to spread out, cook the meals your children actually eat, and set your own routine, with no fixed dining times and no thin hotel walls. Because we vet properties ourselves rather than list them blind, we can tell you which villas genuinely suit a two-year-old and which are better for older children.
Safety First: Pools, Gardens and French Rules
All private pools in France must meet national safety rules, with a fence, alarm, cover or shelter. We flag which villas have fully fenced pools, enclosed gardens and safe stairs, so you can shortlist with confidence.
Baby & Toddler Kit as Standard
Many of our family villas include travel cots, high chairs, and stair gates. Tell us the ages of your children and we will shortlist only those that already have what you need.
Space for Every Generation
For multi-generational trips and reunions, we have larger villas with separate living areas, ground-floor bedrooms for grandparents, and games rooms for the children.
Larger chateaux & manor houses | Reduced-mobility & ground-floor villas
Family Villas by Region
The Cote d’Azur is the most famous and puts you close to family attractions and the sea, Provence brings space, pools and markets, and Languedoc offers the best value and gentle beaches.
Family villas on the Cote d'Azur | Family villas in Provence | Family villas in Languedoc
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are the pools safe for young children?
Every private pool in France must meet national safety law, with a fence, alarm, cover or shelter. We highlight villas with fully fenced pools and enclosed gardens.
Do villas provide cots and high chairs?
Many do, at no extra cost. Tell us the ages of your children and we will only show you villas that already have the equipment you need.
Can we book a villa for a family reunion?
Yes. We have larger villas and small chateaux that sleep extended families, with separate living spaces and ground-floor bedrooms.
Are the villas suitable for teenagers too?
Yes. Look for villas with games rooms, table tennis and pools with deeper ends. We can filter for a mix that keeps every age happy.
Can we bring the family dog?
Many family villas also welcome dogs. Browse our pet-friendly collection for properties with enclosed gardens and safe pools.
How far ahead should we book for school holidays?
July and August book up fast, so we recommend securing a family villa 6 months or more ahead, especially for larger properties.
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