Eco holidays

Near to sleepy Sidmouth, Indian head massages for you, hens, gardens and play areas for the kids, superb eco comfort all round

2 farmhouses, one bracing escape - Scotland’s treasures are easily discovered from these light-filled eco homes in Loch Lomond National Park

Rural peace in this eco-friendly Cotswold stone barn with relaxed owners. Take the Bothy loft too if you have an extra couple of guests

Wildflower beds, 1,350 acres to roam, and all of Norfolk to discover. Then it’s back to 4 rustic-chic boltholes and an exceptional spa

Romantic cottage within 25 acres of fields, garden and orchard with fresh veg to pick, wellies for walking and animals roaming the farm

Quaint barns dotted among truffle oaks and rosemary, each one constructed the old-fashioned way and close to the Dordogne and Vézère

Ultra-green credentials combine with sheer luxury, and valley views to Fowey. Stroll there down the hill (or owner Colin can drive you!)

Two peaceful olive grove farmhouses, hours of hiking along CAI trails, each offering a shared pool with incredible views, Pisa and Lucca only 20 minutes away

Stylish eco barns with generous hampers – Eco Barn sleeps 8, Hay Barn 2. Close to village, beach and pub, with friendly owners close by

High in Argyll on Scotland's west coast, a modern eco-friendly cottage up a track, surrounded by trees, wildlife and views

Cool stone floors glow, food is fantastic, and the long pool beneath orange trees is a delight - all is harmony here, despite the road

Restored 18th-century farm building surrounded by countryside, with a good pub a short walk away and Lake Windermere a ten-minute drive

Stylish sustainability in star-hung Alicante: solar power, a hammock, pool, gorgeous rooms in the old stables. Dutch owners cook well

Come for Costa de la Luz sophistication - and pristine beaches, long walks to Barbate, whales, sea views, cellar wines and well-chosen art

In the hills of the forested park is an eco guesthouse in leafy grounds - close to historic Sintra, the golden beach of Adraga, and Cascais

Find shade under a cork tree, splash in the pool and wander the garden perfumed by citrus trees. Ideal for families and nature lovers

This deeply peaceful retreat will soothe the soul; come to walk, bike, sail then back to a roaring fire and good book. A sublime spot

There are woods, moors and tracks to roam in every direction from your comfortable eco-house, with hot tub and games building next door