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There is so much going on in Herefordshire that we haven’t had a chance to do much more than scratch the surface. We moved into this seventeenth-century Blacksmiths house with an adjoining Forge from Sussex in 2015. We were charmed and fascinated by the buildings and set about unearthing their history. The Forge, located on Turnpike Road (though no-one calls it that anymore), was on a drovers’ way.

Gaucin is one of the most spectacular and unspoilt of the renowned “Pueblos Blancos”. 626 meters above sea level, with spectacular views to Africa, the Sierra de Ronda and The Alconocales National Park. Charming white washed houses range along a lofty ridge, vultures and eagles wheel overhead, surrounded by miles of sun-dried hills. 

One of the shining stars of the Mediterranean, Mallorca never fails to seduce. Glorious beaches, azure seas, remote hilltops, historic towns and a simply stunning coastline; even in peak season you can find pockets of silence if you want them. It's with good reason that Mallorca tops the holiday charts. In the south east of the island, two beautiful farmhouses, each set in large grounds with private pool and sea views, and both of which still have good spring and summer availability.  

With the Easter holidays looming, One Off Places has a few suggestions for both short breaks and week long stays in some wonderful properties in England.

`The French air cleans up the brain and does good – a world of good` - Vincent van Gogh

It may have been said in the 1800s but remains true to this day, so this week's newsletter is in celebration of France!  A dozen of our favourite French One Off Places are featured in today's newsletter, with almost 200 more to choose from on our website.