THE FACTS ABOUT VILLA PAGHJADI

France Corsica

On a country road hidden behind vineyards, Villa Paghjadi is a charming, small stone house in the style of a shepherd's cottage. It's not grand, but the delightful Corsican owners (who own a shop and hotel in nearby Patrimonio) have furnished it with all the basics and added a Moroccan flavour to the decor. The patio and pool are set in a lovely garden planted with pink oleanders and shady oak trees, surrounded by a low stone wall. The main room is an open-plan living/dining room and kitchen divided by a breakfast bar. The furniture is functional (a small rattan sofa-bed, a wooden table and chairs) so any lounging is likely to happen by the swimming pool. The immaculately clean double bedroom and smaller twin-bedded room at the end of the hall both have shower rooms. SLEEPS Six BEST FOR A couple with older children who enjoy the quiet life WHY It's a 15-minute walk to the island's top vineyards for wine tastings; no neighbours in sight WHY NOT Pretty simple; no bathtub or sea view; no enclosure around the pool COST From £407 per person per week based on five sharing, including flights and car hire CONTACT Corsican Affair (020 7385 8438; www.corsicanaffair.co.uk)