Cornwall

A beautiful villa, two nautical-chic cottages, a sea cabin and a studio a stroll from beaches in Charlestown. Faultless finds!

A lovely old farmhouse, slate hung and elegant, in the heart of this gorgeous group of buildings hiding in lush countryside

A historic Cornish farmhouse, sitting pretty in its own land at the side of a valley, with comfortable bedrooms and an independent feel

A peaceful place to stay with wonderful walks, other islands to visit, great food and sunsets to linger over in the gardens or on the beach

You're on an ancient packhorse trail just a stone's throw from the coast. There's a timeless feel to this place and the peace is deep

High above the town centre, a ground floor apartment in a Victorian terrace with harbour and estuary views from the sitting room

A smart conversion of a listed fisherman's cottage on three floors, close to the harbour and a few steps from Outlaw's Fish Kitchen

Come on down to this working farm for delicious organic food, an on-site sourdough bakery and crisp bedrooms in a pretty farmhouse

Steps from the sea in get-away-from-it-all scenery – half an hour’s walk from St Ives’ arty heart. Sleeps 4 with pull-out beds for 2 more

Explore woodlands, farmland and gardens, plunge into the heated pool, dine at Flora Restaurant at Trelowarren. This is civilized luxury

Come for peace and quiet down a long lane, pretty buildings and big, beautifully-kept gardens with an outdoor heated swimming pool

A beautifully restored cottage and extra wing for 3 - 4 on Bodmin Moor for families, outdoor types and lovers of real countryside – dogs can come too

Bring friends or family for a rural escape in a smart and cosy house near rugged coast, breathtaking beaches and the wilds of Bodmin Moor

Family cottage within 25 acres of fields, garden and orchard with fresh eggs to collect, wellies for walking and animals roaming the farm

Characterful cottage in a tiny hamlet a ten-minute drive from the iconic beaches of Sennen with over an acre of garden for children and dogs

Grand and old and filled with history, the estate and such a pretty house are a tonic, as are the well-tended grounds and parkland

A Georgian manor house in the old quarter of Penzance, close to the water, with good food and a chilled vibe