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

Distant views of Paris beckon, but you’ll be reluctant to leave this pretty, welcoming place with its themed bedrooms and excellent dining

An Art Deco hotel in Lisbon's heart – all wood, chrome and marble, trendy lights, period photos in the bar, and the funicular to Bairro Alto

High in Ávila's unspoilt nature is this stylish, eco-brilliant family hotel: mountains, massages, pool, organic dinners...a special escape

Portuguese elegance, artistic décor, breakfast on a fountain'd patio or by the fire: a treat. Step out to a kaleidoscope of Lisbon city life

In the Serra da Estrela's mountain playground of trails, lakes and rivers, a stunningly modern small hotel with fire, meals, spa and pool.

A retreat in the tranquil Charente. The arrival is magical: up a long drive with the château dominating the hillside

Town centre – yet quiet – Georgian apartment, for browsers, foodies, walkers and water-lovers – the Wye and Monnow rivers meet here

A cool, calm retreat next to York Minster – a seductive mix of ecclesiastical, vintage and modern, a long history and a little courtyard

Delight awaits at every turn - rustic-chic apartments, stylish interiors, organic olive groves to roam. The hacienda is steeped in history

Old meets new at the George - exposed beams, wood panelled walls, chic contemporary bedrooms and a restaurant serving brasserie style food

Unfussy accommodation and a warm welcome await in this old farmhouse. Eat tasty home-cooked food and hike in the Picos de Europa

In this glorious, history-steeped region, your generous hosts promise an exceptional stay. Charm, peace, sunsets, infinity pool…

A hotel filled with very good art on a cobbled street near the city centre - have breakfast in the café, drinks in the terraced garden

Amid olives, forest trails and farms, a civilised Catalan family estate. Book a course, lounge pool-side, taste delicious home-grown food

A pampering Algarve getaway complete with glam beds, giant chess in the garden, a swish pool and bikes for a spin down to Lagos or the beach

Friendly, cosy country farmhouse with a tranquil garden. Wood fires, pretty fabrics, tea in the garden, delicious breakfasts...

Bucolic setting close to Costa Brava beaches and this big old ‘hostel’ is relaxed and perfect for families. Meals come fresh from the garden