Walking Holidays

Come to this delightful house, a marriage of old stones and modern furniture, for pure remote air, great outdoor sports and fine dining

Large comfortable rooms with river and woodland views. Explore the North Devon coast – rich with wildlife, sandy beaches and walking trails

Three ultra contemporary spaces in a converted barn. Delicious food, friendly host and great walks on the Weavers' Way and Norfolk Broads

A magical spot on an island for nature lovers, sybarites, and foodies. Watch sunsets from the sofa and stargaze from bed

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

A central Tuscan idyll: 5 stylishly rustic apartments in a noble family’s ancient, hill-top hamlet – Siena’s towers shimmer in the distance

A luxurious yet comfy retreat. Spend days exploring the National Park and evenings around the fire. In nature yet just 30 mins from Granada

Quirky, rustic cabin nuzzled by vines and greenery – perfect for lovers, writers and peace-seekers. Take long walks, stroll to the pub

Garden trees laden with bounty, sheep grazing the hills: a delicious Shropshire setting for a friendly, comfortable, family-size retreat

From hand-painted tiles in the bathrooms to evening meals on the terrace, this is a much-praised paradise with both character and finesse

It's quiet here among the lavender plants... bees humming, sun shining. Splash in the shared pool, visit lovely villages, taste local wines

A peaceful retreat from the world. Wonderfully plump mattresses, views over well-kept gardens and tasty home-cooked breakfasts

Fabulous Drôme gîtes: contemporary in old stone buildings, uncluttered, fresh. Take all 5 for a party, laze by pool, doze in lavender

A wildly remote, friendly, foodie modern hotel made of old stone with vast Pyrenean views, bedroom balconies and a pool to admire them from

Near Vosges mountains, a happy homely hotel surrounded by woods and flower-filled meadows with friendly hosts. Deliciously peaceful

Come for a retreat surrounded by an apothecary-inspired garden and rolling Devon countryside a short walk from Salcombe and beaches

A chalet-with-everything: great mountain style, space and comfort with views of Mont Blanc, a sauna and bubbling hot tub

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