Walking Holidays

An enormous picture window gives you views over fields of sheep and the Cheviots, beaches are nearby. Return to huge comfort and warmth

Heavenly sunsets at this farmhouse hotel. Rooms a bold, pretty rustic/modern mix. In the charmed Florence, Siena, Pisa triangle

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

Stay a while... lulled by lapping sea and fragrant hanging gardens - cool, light, balconied, classic, intimate, unpretentious

A stylish, spacious house and a lovely barn, separated by a bridge over a gurgling stream and both surrounded by bird-filled woodland

Eco-friendly B&B overlooking Lake Como with marvellous mountain and lake views. Heaps of space, generous hosts, a menagerie of animals

Spotless and thoughtful B&B overlooking St Michael's Mount with delicious breakfasts, warm owners and plenty of space to yourselves

Come for fabulous food and much comfort but also a haunted castle, a herd of rare wild cattle and the glorious Northumbrian landscape

A garden paradise in a rocky hillside for walkers, nature lovers and all who seek peace. Return to supper cooked for you if you prefer

Artfully decorated with village green views and walks from the door - St Cuthbert’s Way runs by - close to historic, foodie Melrose

Beautiful house tucked away in a secret part of Cornwall and with seven acres of garden, wildflower meadows, woodland and ponds

Grade II-listed country hotel with lovely gardens and an excellent restaurant, a short walk from Ambleside and the top of Lake Windermere

A thoughtfully converted, characterful cottage for all seasons, close to great trails and good food in handsome Peak District countryside

Unwind in a lovely garden shaded by olive trees, explore mountain villages, beaches of the Costa Tropical and the stunning Alhambra

In a thrilling mountain landscape made for walkers… 4 eco cottages with some of the most spectacular views in Catalunya

An imaginatively restored Victorian estate cottage in a very pretty South Hams village with pub, green and ancient church, near Totnes

A light, bright village house with a courtyard garden - 5 minutes from Cabo da Roca where the sunsets and views are spectacular

In a beautiful, sparsely populated area of the Béarn, expect heart-warming gastronomic cuisine by bon viveur Didier and generous Sabine