Solo Travel

Ringed by rivers, woods and pastures is this fascinating domaine - an ancient, atmospheric, hidden place, shared by artist Diane

This hidden valley is the dreamiest part of South Devon. Catch the ferry across the Dart; gaze on the hills; snuggle up by the wood-burner

You get one whole floor of a 60s lapboarded house and a private, sheltered terrace in a wooded valley, five minutes from Henley-on-Thames

An idyll in the countryside of Champagne. A warm friendly farmhouse in a bird-rich park, with the feel of a small stately home

A stylish cottage for two in a cluster of renovated farm buildings: set out for country walks, hire bikes, swim in the river

Close to Westport, Achill Island and the road to Connemara but the place itself is something to marvel at: enjoy the vista from the hot tub!

An artist's house imbued with an understated elegance. Stay for dinner; be charmed by the garden where fruit trees throng, hens loiter

A seductive Pyrenean getaway: both chalet and owner are simply charming, the views spectacular, the food a memorable Franco-Anglo affair

Your own cottage sitting room downstairs and a swish bedroom up - breakfast in the courtyard before venturing forth to discover Canterbury

This luxurious little hotel just minutes from Sloane Street is handy for shoppers, and anyone who needs a foot in town

Cool off in the saltwater pool, snooze to humming bees and singing cigales in the garden, chat to your host. A true provençal affair

Glorious views of Derwentwater and Skiddaw from this comfortable house. Art dotted about, a big table for chatty meals and a pretty garden

A charming base in historic Beaulieu - expect delicious food, chic country-house interiors, and walks that start from the front door

A beautifully designed B&B for foodies, cyclists and walkers in a village surrounded by trees just 15 minutes from the coast

Drive through quiet hamlets and woodland to meet Sarah and Poppy the Jack Russell at this immaculate country B&B near Sherborne

Be spoilt by a charming mother and daughter team in their elegant house close to the Loire châteaux, with great art, food and lovely gardens

A stylish retreat in the heart of St Ives offering a glimpse of the sea – with an extra double sofabed room for friends or children

Guests love it here, and regularly write to tell us how much they adore the breakfasts, the welcome, the rooms, the tennis - all of it!