Italy

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

Immerse yourselves in this peaceful retreat with an elevated pool surrounded by olive groves, almonds, fig and citrus trees

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

Stylish, light-filled house with sea views & plunge pool. Soak up the peace of the nature park; pop to Lecce for culture & foodie delights

A sparkling house for two and a guest house overlooking azure waters, starry skies and Stromboli’s light show - that’ll do nicely grazie

Peaceful B&B above Sorrento with a splendid garden and incredible views from the terrace. Walk to restaurants, explore the Amalfi Coast

An unaustere Franciscan retreat - heaven for sybarites and foodies. The luxuries are understated, the cicadas sing, the views reach to Capri

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

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

Romantics will love this small converted hut-on-a-hillside surrounded by pines and olives with stunning views over the old town and the sea

Coastal views, mountain air and a retreat into nature on the Italian coastline. You’re in the big outdoors with all the perks of a hotel.

Float in the infinity pool above the canyon, dine under the stars, revel in the silence, head to the Cavagrande di Cassibile Nature Reserve

Enjoy southern life in a charming palazzo in Trapani. Come for coastal drives and baroque basilica, hand-twirled pasta and fresh calamari

Pure elegance in stately surroundings, but no airs and graces – a friendly, fun, indulgent place from which to explore this great city

View-filled apartments in Ortigia, the heart of Siracusa. Immerse yourself in the blue of the Ionian Sea; walk to culture, shops and restaurants

Tranquil apartment in an art nouveau building near the historic centre, with congenial hosts, spa-like bathrooms and breakfast in your room

Exceptional generosity reigns at this complex of 5 excellent, colourful holiday apartments, with pool and meals, on the Sorrento Peninsula

Big, unfussy house with an outdoor pool and lush gardens, circled by olive groves and vineyards, and close to the chic Maremma coast