Family-Friendly Holidays

Dine under the stars at the end of the long winding track - the owners' son is a fabulous chef. Stunning views, stylish décor, infinity pool

Stylish, family-friendly hotel on the side of a peaceful Cotswold hill with big views, well-priced rooms and a 400-acre estate to explore

A family-friendly eco paradise with a pool surrounded by cork trees, eucalyptus and pines, and wild beaches nearby

High in the heavenly hills is this very smartly converted farm building, with underfloor heating, much glass, wood and exposed brickwork

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly

Restored farm outbuildings with a swimming pool surrounded by countryside; walk 15 minutes for shops and restaurants

Simple house above two valleys in a remote and little-known part of Spain. Go for walks in the mountains, return to swim in the pool

A nicely priced inn on Shaftesbury’s high street with a warm contemporary style and some excellent bistro food – fine local walking waits

Light-filled chalet in a small hamlet just outside the resort of Châtel. Feast on superb breakfasts before heading out to explore the Portes du Soleil

Inspiring scenery for this lavender farm near a Provençal village. Rustic eco-friendly cottages, a hump-backed bridge, a hammock by the pool

Breakfasts with sausages from home-reared rare breed pigs, a big log fire and relaxed friendly hosts. Acres of garden and woodland paths

Two family-friendly gites with gardens and a big pool, surrounded by corn fields and sunflowers, ideal for a larger family to take together

Eco-friendly designer apartments around a courtyard, each with its outdoor space - 2 are great for couples. Hit the vineyard trails

Two friendly gites on a former farm between Montpellier and Nimes, with amazing views, a huge shared pool, and delicious dinners an option

Find history and splendour in bucketfuls on this huge, friendly, wooded domaine. A winning combination of modern luxury and ancient peace

An 18th-century cottage for four on a working sheep farm: walk the Pentland Hills, get the bus to Edinburgh for culture

Come for history, wildlife and a stunning garden estate with acres to roam. Bring children and dogs too. Fabulous

A cottage on a farm with plenty of space for all, a sauna and a hot tub with views surrounded by rolling countryside well away from roads