This lovely family, deeply attached to their land and traditions, offer ancient peace and fine food in fascinating southern Sardinia

Wander at will through the garden noticing Jennifer’s clever artistic touches. And eat in; Laurence cooks beautifully with home-grown veg

A rare chance for couples to experience life on a Catalan farm. Meals, rooms, pool, views – all are magnificent and the family so hospitable

An irresistible eco restaurant-hotel of character and charm, run by two friendly families and set in gorgeous grounds. Foodie heaven

Wine, eggs, oil and Hermione’s delicious tapas from the family’s Farm Shop, barbecues, pools and views - find peace in rural Andalucia

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

Sleep to the hooting of owls, wake to a special breakfast, a plunge in the pool, an Exmoor walk, a cycle ride – or simply relax

Taste fresh pastries from home-milled flour, sleep in stables, cider press – or hammock. The Paris train (50 mins) passes gentle countryside

Great forest walks and cycle trails are minutes away, Exeter is a short drive. Friendly hosts look after you well in this charming house

First class hospitality on a medieval farm. Explore Tuscan villages, breakfast on fresh fruit, sleep in four-posters with garden views...

In a green valley 20km from Bologna, a wonderful place run by a relaxed team, devoted to organic wine production and spectacular food

A famous salami-producing family’s estate. Traditional rooms with fine modern twists. Visit kitchens and cheese cellars - cycle the grounds

In peaceful Burgundy countryside, a beautifully-restored farmhouse with B&B rooms, delicious regional food and an inviting pool

Heaps to do on-site: organic farm shop & café, cookery & cheese-making courses, farm tours. A brilliant base for exploring the Cotswolds too

Great décor - traditional and a tad funky, local and homemade food - yogic calm close to Guimaraes and the Douro valley

Dine wonderfully on farm-fresh food and grandma's recipes; cookery classes too! And views, a pool, farm animals, sunsets, a warm family...

Wonderful views of the Cantabrian Sea, locally sourced food and fine bedrooms at a boutique hotel on the Asturian coast

Oodles of charm: donkeys, hammocks, wines from the estate, beds wrapped in Venetian linen, and a pool with a view of the Bay of Policastro