Wake up to France

Save up to 500 euros on a one-week villa holiday on the charming Ile de Re this summer, courtesy of Wake up in France. The company has just announced discounts ranging from 150-500 euros per week on a selection of large independent properties in June and July.

£444 per person: Save 500 euros per week at Villa Chantal, a spacious 4-bedroom villa (sleeps 8) with pool, within walking distance of the beach, market square and shops at Bois Plage. Hire bikes to explore the island, stroll along the seafront or sit at a pavement cafe and watch the world go by. One week at Villa Chantal in July has been reduced to 3966 euros which works out at around £444 per person (based on 8 sharing).

£423 per person: Save 150 euros per week, with a further discount of 350 euros off a second week, at Villa Helene. Just a short walk to the beach, the 5-bedroom villa (sleeps 10) is surrounded by a large garden with private pool and table-tennis. Inside, the decor is bright and contemporary with an ultra-modern kitchen that leads on to one of the outdoor terraces. One week in July has been reduced to 4719 euros (around £423 per person based on 10 sharing).

Travel by air with Ryanair to La Rochelle or by ferry from around £100 for a car plus 5 passengers.

For more information, see WakeupinFrance.co.uk.