Weekend breaks UK & Europe

Magnificent house with old-fashioned charm and gardens leading down to the Beaulieu River – swim, kayak or take the footpath to Beaulieu

Close to the loveliest part of the Basingstoke Canal, a romantic cottage good for leisurely walks, farm-shop food and lounging

Medieval Vannes will delight. Explore the coast and its hidden bays before relaxing in your light-filled, chic apartment

A secluded little courtyard flat with a friendly host. Lots of tips for city outings - homemade cake and delicious breakfasts too

A B&B full of personality in Le Marais with beautiful old bedrooms and a tranquil courtyard. Run by charming, informative Jean-Luc

You can stroll to several mills in this fertile little valley, or laze by the pool serenaded by cicadas. Bliss for families and hikers

Achingly trendy, a design-lover's dream with infinity pool, wine on the terrace, pampering spa and a sunny bay at your feet – stunning

Beautiful, fresh townhouse with spoiling touches just outside the city walls of Canterbury. Whitstable close by, eateries a walk away

Charming manoir in romantic leafy parkland - play tennis, swim in the pool, fish in the lakes and explore the waterways of Marais Poitevin

A rare find – a small, intimate London hotel that mixes great style with a relaxed vibe and some lovely rooms. The perfect weekend escape

Friendly Maki and Clive’s higgledy-piggledy home is a charming, special place. Rooms are cosy, Clive’s cookery courses are fun and delicious

In stunning Umbria, these charming hosts promise an authentic stay. Pasta making courses, truffle hunting, olive picking, an infinity pool and sauna

Near Montmartre and the Opera, a B&B with artistic owner Laurent who serves you an elegant breakfast and knows Paris inside out

A love of the Far East is evident here. Calm spaces, an oriental tea room and comfortable bedrooms. A tranquil slice of the East

Top-notch apartments in the heart of old Jérez for couples and families on the bodega trail. A daily market in town and fab beaches near by

White walls and uncluttered spaces combine with 18th-century elements and rustic textures. Explore Xàtiva’s cultural and culinary delights

Peace and ancient beauty in the heart of Chartres, tranquil studios with an exquisite rose garden to wander round

Settle into an unhurried pace of life on the coast. Comfortable houses and an eco-friendly garden; yoga, massages and riding can be arranged