If you're looking for a French holiday that offers a bit of history, sun, sand and sea along with good food and a relaxed way of life, Normandy is the destination for you. Hire a holiday villa or apartment in Calvados, and explore the D-Day beaches in Caen, or perhaps try the old smugglers harbour at Honfleur. Deauville attracts the chic crowd to its golden beaches and cafés, while picturesque winding lanes of Trouville will lead to equally pretty beaches. Or try renting a holiday villa or apartment at Eure, Manche, Orne, or Seine-Maritime - all of which offer something special for the holidaymaker.

With over 750 miles of coastline, Brittany offers an excellent option for those looking for a seaside holiday. Traditional fishing villages, hidden coves, modern resorts, rugged cliffs and sandy beaches are dotted along the coast. Seafood lovers will enjoy the many restaurants and cafes serving up the sea's bounty. Brittany's interior is equally popular with visitors, with its magnificent countryside offering a variety of attractions. Rent a holiday villa in Brittany and explore the region. Perhaps consider Côtes-d'Armor and the port of Dinan; Finistère and Océanopolis marine park, St Malo in Ille et Vilaine or Auray in Morbihan.