Ireland

Down by the shore of Clew Bay, enjoy peace, space and modern comforts (kitchens are excellent) and discover this magical watery world

Susan’s much-loved family house has a spectacular view of Lough Conn, and she cooks delicious dinners

A tram ride from Dublin - a bright, light, lovely cottage for a small family with its own little garden and a Saturday market in Kilternan

Fall asleep to the sound of the sea in your dreamy thatched cottage, one of 6, right on the beach for those head-clearing walks...

In tranquil countryside close to the Ring of Kerry, a rustic farmhouse with wonderful stargazing and brilliant walks starting from the door

Countryside and seaside all in one go – what could be more inspiring? Lovely Louisa lives down the road, on hand if you need her

All the bleached beauty of the beach inside this sturdy cottage - and a stylish dining terrace with uplifting sea views. Kerry bliss...

Your own rustic-chic cottage, with a velvet antique sofa and a wood-burner in the bathroom - lit on arrival. Beautiful, original, enticing!

A large modern house, a wildly magical lakeside setting in the lap of Ireland’s highest mountain range. Immerse yourself in rugged beauty

Irish cheeses, seaweed sausages – the brasserie tempts. Lofty ceilings, marble fires, a leafy park...a stroll from Limerick's shops and bars

This place will feed your soul: peaceful, uncluttered bedrooms with woodland views and books to browse by the fire in the snug

Choose the quirky, atmospheric family house or the new annexe: Paul will make you feel genuinely welcome, and provide delicious dinners

What a spot! Bang on the edge of the Atlantic with views to die for and loads of activities - go fishing, hiking, riding or put your feet up

Come for Michelin-starred Irish food, cooked with flair – not fuss – for comfort and to connect with the extraordinary Burren landscape

Peacocks add glamour to the gardens, there are lovely walks all around, sensational lough views – and Verity’s cooking is a fresh delight

The O’Haras tend their house, park, donkeys and giant oak with loving care, and their walled garden grows ingredients for delicious dinners

The garden-blessed Lodge is quiet, friendly, cleancut and smart. Family-run and with great staff - award-winning breakfasts too

A fine beach at Portsalon, a tree-sheltered garden and a deep-country approach for this enchanting flagged and thatched cottage