England

Escape to the edge of the Atlantic. Find airy rooms and good food served from terraces overlooking the ocean – all with a green conscience

A handsome holiday home for a big family or group of close friends. Children and dogs can charge about safely, you can unwind completely

Wonky floors and handmade beds in a restored coaching inn for 4, 6 or 8 - sociable evenings round the farmhouse table, walks from the door

A bijou bolthole at the end of the beach. Find excellent food in the restaurant and cosy, neat bedrooms (dinner is included in the price)

This stylish B&B is foodie heaven. Its eclectic, multicultural menu - and décor to match - make for a special getaway to the Cornish coast

A restful sanctuary on a very special farm in the food county of England, for those in need of nature, nurture, birdsong and inspiration

A traditional Cornish granite cottage up a hill, with an enclosed garden and apple orchard, on the St Michael's Way Pilgrimage footpath

A beautifully restored listed barn of Westmorland stone sitting in a conservation area village in spectacular walking country, near Appleby

A regal house for special occasions on the Ashton Wold Estate, with woodland to explore and an excellent pub a short stroll away

Historic village inn with wonderful cooking and a Provençal-style courtyard garden; drive to the Jurassic Coast in half-an-hour

Magnificent house with old-fashioned charm and gardens leading down to the Beaulieu River – take the footpath to Beaulieu or Bucklers Hard

A stroll from a glorious beach... each lodge has all mod cons but is eco-friendly. Much to do on the sands below you

Traditional stone Northumberland farmhouse with beautiful, open countryside views. Immaculate rooms with flowers and proper tea trays

A rural idyll with a hot tub near lovely Cartmel, surrounded by woods, meadows and wildlife - great for walkers, near to the Lakes

A friendly home with a generous host. Soaring beams in the comfy suite, pretty gardens with horses, dogs, ducks, hens - walks from the door

A little bit of boutique heaven in the old town of St Ives – harbour, beaches, galleries and restaurants are all on your doorstep

Convivial breakfasts, beautiful bedrooms, art galore. Stroll to cliff-top views and Whitby harbour; walk all day the North York Moors

Updated yet authentic. The food is memorable, the bedrooms are pale-carpeted and comfortable, and beautiful countryside surrounds you...