Italy

Vistas of olive groves, village life and the sea; gaze and daydream from this beautiful spot. A Michelin recommended restaurant to boot

Simple agriturismo with views of sea and mountain. Feast on authentic Sicilian cuisine, drive to the beach in Cefalù in 20 minutes

‘Pinch me’ views over Lake Como, your own private beach, Varenna on your doorstep… these chic apartments are in an idyllic spot

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

Relax on the terrace, swim in the infinity pool, gaze out at the blue of the Med. The beach and historic sights are a short drive away

Citrus scents the air, loungers flank a spakling pool. Light, cool, simple rooms, vibrant hosts, garden and olive groves - divine food

A peaceful, simple retreat with brilliant blue sea views. Fantastic walks, rock climbing. nature galore.... famous couscous festival too

Seaside villa for couples near a village on Sicily’s northern coast. Canoe, surf or swim; explore authentic mountain villages

Move from terrace to terrace tracking the sun's progress and dive into the the deep blue sea from your own swimming platform... bliss!

Modern villa with a rooftop terrace on an exclusive residential estate, surrounded by lush vegetation and only minutes from the beach

A heavenly setting for this very private feeling white cottage with its own small pool, amazing views and a short scramble down to the sea

Splash under the Elephant Arch, take a boat to the caves, set off for Tunisia! Then it’s back to a super-private room by the sea

Flop in a hammock and be lulled by Mediterranean scents and breezes, sleep in an ancient Trullo – come here for raw beauty not for frills

Experience life in a small Sardinian village near the west coast beaches... and the beautiful seaside towns of Bosa and Alghero

A medieval monastery, stunningly revived, in untouristy, car-free Pisciotta. Sip greco on the terrace; scramble through olives to the sea

The ferry transports you from Trapani and in minutes you’re on the dusty track to the villa, within sniffing distance of the turquoise sea

A beautiful old stone house immersed in a sea of olive, citrus, bamboo and oleander facing down to the sea with views of Capri and Ischia

In the hills above the ancient village of Sant' Ambrogio is a super sleek house with an infinity pool...and marvellous view-filled terraces