Secret Sanctuaries

This B&B is a superb base to explore the island's glittering bays, vibrant coastal cities, mountains, valleys and forests

Splash in the pool, enjoy the calm of a Mediterranean garden surrounded by vineyards, then tuck into a delicious homemade dinner...

At every turn something curious, recycled, hand-crafted, memorable - great for relaxing in hidden corners or by the pool, and for parties

Elegance and ease mark this gentle group of Loire-Valley buildings, with soft-textured interiors and the owners’ fine hospitality and food

Well-travelled hosts who pamper you with great breakfasts - ask about group dinners too. A romantic getaway in the hills north of Nice

Gracious hosts pamper guests in their family mansion, with a wellness spa, fire-warmed lounge and four-course meals from a talented chef

Peaceful Georgian house with beautifully proportioned rooms, sumptuous meals, swimming and tennis. Dartmoor is on the doorstep

Come for spoiling B&B in this fine house, or ask about hosting your own party here. Iona - fun and capable - will organise it all

A splendid supper à la carte (three courses) is included here, together with beautiful rooms and sweeping gardens. The Solway Firth is close

Stay awhile at this exceptional place in Spain's little Tuscany. Sleep in elegant comfort, eat well and local, swim, hike the Matarraña

You're on the edge of Subasio National Park with unspoilt hill towns to discover and a simple place to stay well off the beaten track

Elegant bedrooms, wallpaper with wild boars trotting between trees, squishy sofas by a big wood-burner... Great hosts and good food too!

A friendly home with a generous host. Soaring beams in the comfy suite, pretty gardens with horses, dogs, ducks, hens - walks from the door

Looking for a little luxury in Scotland’s magnificent wilderness? You’ll find it here in spades, surrounded by loch and mountain

Laid-back, relaxed atmosphere meets stylish elegance; this old mill conversion is delightful. There are views, a pool and wonderful food

Peace and refinement perched over the Gulf of Morbihan with sweeping views, a little spa and just-landed seafood for supper

The medieval village of your dreams is here on an Umbrian hillside: rich hotel suites, trattoria, library, pool…in finely renovated houses

Small, luxurious hideaway, a sublime spa hotel with six rooms only and a treatment room that overlooks a private lake