Coastal retreats

A serene apartment for 2 in the old fisherman's quarter in Olhão, close to amazing beaches. A special place for nature lovers and foodies

A great base from which to explore beautiful Pembrokeshire - walk by the coast, take to the hills, check out ancient St David’s

The oldest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views

Stay in your own historic tower in the middle of Pembroke; play chess on the rooftop, BBQ on the terrace, explore lots of beaches

Nestled next to the main house, this feels part cottage and part townhouse, making a cosy retreat just a couple of miles from the coast

A magical setting for this friendly house and garden with a view-filled terrace and a gate leading straight down to the sandy beach

A lovely, spacious 1830s house in the heart of arty Westport with nearly an acre of garden, an apple orchard and the river running past

A striking and unique mid-century modern house, recently refurbished from top to toe and sitting in its own private 5-acre walled garden

Comfortable, elegant B&B with generous breakfasts, light and spacious bedrooms, beautiful fabrics and wallpapers, gardens to wander at will

A delightfully untouched and simple cottage and garden for old-fashioned family seaside holidays just a short walk to Mawgan Porth beach

One hour from London is an amazing eco B&B, with lovely, local, seasonal food, on a family-owned Nature Reserve on the Isle of Sheppey

Chic beach pad with excellent food, a New England feel and stylish bedrooms - Camber Sands is across the road, gorgeous Rye is close

Spotless and thoughtful B&B overlooking St Michael's Mount with delicious breakfasts, warm owners and plenty of space to yourselves

Walkers, nature lovers, couples will love this eco-friendly cottage near Calgary beach: a breath of warmth in the beautiful back of beyond

An Edwardian villa with stunning views, polished floors, cosy fires and child-friendly garden a short walk from lovely Portmeirion

On Scotland’s west coast, with sea and mountains all around, a stylish bolthole for two with hot tub, infrared sauna and bubbles on arrival

An absolute Bobby Dazzler of a little cottage tucked into a terrace above the village with glimpses of rooftops and valley from the garden

Steam in the hot tub, gaze over crashing waves or later stars. Inside is swish, kids play in their games room, dinner is in view of the sea