Zen & Tonic

With its clean lines, calming colour palette and Japanese-inspired features, this home is a serene bolthole in the heart of Toulouse’s bohemian St-Cyprien neighbourhood. Relish long-lie-ins in the hotel-quality beds before sitting down to a selection of French pastries at the breakfast bar. If the weather’s nice, nurse a coffee on the balcony and watch the day pass by.

When it comes to sightseeing, you couldn’t be better placed. The Museum of Old Toulouse, Couvent des Jacobins and Place du Capitole are a short metro ride away. Should you start to feel peckish, you’re surrounded by an excellent selection of local and international eateries. After a good feasting, seek out a laidback bar for a glass of wine as the sun sets over the Pink City.

Home truths:
*This home is located on the first floor with no lift
*This home is spread over two floors, with no internal lift – please note, the stairs leading to the second floor are quite steep
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the breakfast bar doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*We think the kitchen is better suited to lighter bites than large meals