Eco holidays

Come to be wrapped by wind and waves from this unique nest with an outdoor bath facing west - nature lovers and adventurers will be seduced

A relaxed hilltop escape with good food, a pretty garden and fine views of the Dales and the river Wharfe – bring your dog too

Immersed in nature, high in the magnificent Cheviot Hills, this wooden-clad off-grid cottage has sleek, modern interiors and grand views

A renovated barn, part stone, part wood, resembling the tobacco barns of the area with beautiful grounds surrounded by farmland

Stylish sustainability in star-hung Alicante with solar power, gorgeous rooms and a pool. Authentic breakfasts and dinners await

A cottage for two on a wonderfully eco wine school and vineyard. Gaze at magnificent views from your terrace

Remote off-grid cottage 1400 feet above sea level in Northumberland National Park, with incredible night skies

Remote three-bedroom cottage in Northumberland National Park, with far-reaching views over hills and valleys and walks in all directions

Gloriously green rural self-catering apartments with pool and lovely, friendly owners

A delight to stay in this 1880s croft house on the quieter west coast - fabulous vegetarian and vegan food, thoughtful rooms, lovely owners

Remote barn in the middle of Northumberland National Park with views for miles, wonderful walking trails and clear starry skies

Secluded place with home-grown food, much peace and walks by the river for a couple (or small family). Courses and solo retreats too

Six cosy cottages for couples (babies and dogs welcome) on this gorgeous eco farm with enclosed gardens, a summer pool and treatments

Restored stone barn in 22 acres filled with special wildlife, on the edge of Radnor Forest, with walking trails, glorious countryside views

Garden lovers will flock to this lovely B&B with two spacious suites and delicious breakfasts – a good spot by a quiet hamlet

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

Get away from it all in the heart of Northumberland National Park, with walks leaving from your door and incredible dark skies at night

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