Eygalières, €3.390m This six-bedroom mas, which dates from the 18th century and has been tastefully renovated, stands in landscaped parkland with olive, plane and cypress trees, a swimming pool and superb views of Les Alpilles. Valancogne & Partners (00 33 490 95 99 41; www.valancognepartners.com)
Near Saint-Reémy, €3.390m This charming Provençal farmhouse, which has four bedrooms, sits in lovely gardens complete with olive and almond trees, an outdoor dining area and a swimming pool. Knight Frank (020–7861 5034; www. knightfrank.co.uk)
Near Uzès Situated only two minutes from Uzès, this contemporary four-bedroom house has exposed timbers, an infinity pool in the pretty garden and far-reaching views across the valley. Valancogne & Partners (00 33 490 95 99 41; www.valancognepartners.com)
Lussan, Gard, €1.5m Originally dating from the 18th century, this traditional stone mas, which comes with three smaller homes, features vaulted ceilings in the airy living area and exposed beams in the kitchen. Colpaert & Wehrle (00 33 4 90 54 73 76; www.colpaertwehrle.com)
Uzès, €980k Situated in the heart of the town, this traditional stone building has two art galleries on the ground floor, 3–4 bedrooms and a large terrace overlooking the cathedral. Colpaert & Wehrle (00 33 4 90 54 73 76; www.colpaertwehrle.com)
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‘Its loss became a cautionary tale, and a rallying cry for architectural conservation’: The rise and fall and renewed interest in Ireland’s remarkable country housesLesley Bond traces a brief history of Ireland’s country houses and questions whether you can ever separate the house from the history it represents.
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Alan Titchmarsh: 'I am so weary of seeing Lutyens-style benches and chairs absolutely everywhere'A strategically placed chair doubles as a focal point and a spot to rest — but we need to move on from Lutyens-style ones says our regular garden columnist.
