Garden lovers

On its own wooded estate, a special manor house of character. Art on the walls, maps and wellies to borrow, gardens to romp in, super views

An unbeatable position on Rutland Water, a Michelin star in the restaurant, a roaring fire in the bar and a swimming pool in the garden

Come for a very comfortable and cheering cottage perched on the hillside with stunning panoramic views across the Golden Valley

Come to be cossetted in this 300-year-old Burgundy farmhouse with rose garden, sheltered pool and convivial Dutch owners

A Cotswolds hideaway in a cottage on a farm, with space to roam for children, and glorious valley views

Stay in a sweet wooden cabin with a wood-burner and hot tub in the heart of a wonderful working apothecary garden, near Glastonbury

It's lovely here, high on a hillside enveloped by lush gardens with soaring views to town, a sparkling pool and the kindest host, Sylvia

Two family-friendly gites (big groups can take both) with beautiful gardens, sparkling pool, activities for children and peace for parents

A stone building designed by Sir John Soane in the stable yard of this historic and beautiful estate with deer park and woodland gardens

Your host runs home and B&B with effortless efficiency and you'll find shiny, spotless rooms to retreat to after a day's exploring

Two cottages (groups take both) and a Shepherd's Hut, a hop from the South Downs. There are bread-making courses and lovely gardens too

You'll feel ensconced in the countryside in this cosy cottage with private garden surrounded by acres of shared grounds and a secluded pool

Rustic farmhouse with lovely gardens, a swimming pool and superb views over the Pyrenees – the sunrises are amazing

Come to stay in a fine old townhouse with elegant proportions, high ceilings and a rambling, English-style garden close to Mont Saint-Michel

A village setting for this family-friendly cottage-in-a-row with private garden next to the owners' pretty 17th-century thatched house

Everything you need is here: a wood-burner for winter, a pool and spacious terraces for summer, and peace and beauty all year round

You’ll feel nicely independent in this spacious open-plan hideaway surrounded by colourful gardens and Corscombe valley views

Magnificent house and Victorian gardens with rolling hills beyond. A peaceful escape for a family reunion - Dales and Peaks on the doorstep