Post-Christmas getaways

Tranquil hideaway in a rural Norfolk village, close to farmers’ markets, pubs, restaurants, nature reserves, grand houses and the coast

Cosy cottage with a river running through wild gardens and a pool; stroll to the local pub, drive to the Jurassic coast in half an hour

A foodie and friendly reinvigorated old pub, with floor to ceiling estuary views. Bring the dog and hit the coastal path

A lovely old cottage with a pretty front garden in a peaceful spot, yet right in the heart of Rye and backing onto the famous Mermaid Inn

On the outskirts of Marazion this timber clad house perched above the sea is a super pad for romantic couples

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

Bright and spacious barn for two and a baby on the South Downs Way; close to Brighton and the coast

An immaculately restored old inn with generous bedrooms, great food, ale and wine. Locals love it as much as those who make it a destination

You have the whole North Wing of this beautiful old farmhouse with a private east-facing courtyard for early morning tea as the sun rises

A delightful harled stone and wood house yards from the sea with glorious hills behind, for walkers, dreamers, nature lovers and adventurers

Stylish rooms, an informal vibe and some lovely local food make this a welcoming base for the Malvern Hills and beyond

Straight out of a fairy tale, a rustic cottage by a babbling brook: a magical escape for couples, the craggy coast in easy reach

A 19th-century bothy in remote, rugged countryside on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park, for walkers, birders and seekers of peace

A gnarled and beamed 17th-century Inn has been given a new lease of life by energetic, foodie owners and their superb small support team

Lovers will be happy here in their own sweet space with a bird-filled garden. All you will hear is the river flowing gently past you

A stylish hotel on the waterfront in Fowey - expect airy rooms, big views, and a dining terrace overlooking the estuary

Outside festival season, the book capital of the UK remains a reader's haven. And this former-pub conversion is a perfect place to stay...

A peaceful, beautiful place to wake up in and to return to after glorious walks, with no near neighbours apart from curious sheep