Come for the gloriously peaceful countryside and this 1700s house and garden, scrupulously renovated and with plenty of space

Cool, airy villa with Lake Como glistening below. Beautiful terraces and garden, plunge pool - and chilled prosecco and cake to welcome you

Once a coach house, now a split-level place to stay – you can walk to the river and it's just a short hop to central London

Swim with frogs in the freshwater pool, breakfast in the sunshine, play boules by moonlight. Châteaux don't get much more rural

Woodland and fells encircle you, spa suites hang above water, food in the Michelin-starred restaurant is sublime – come for a real treat

Take breakfast on the terrace, splash in the fabulous pool. A secluded, friendly, immaculate villa close to golf and surfing beaches

You have complete independence in your own wing beside the owner's house, with much space, a sparkling pool and balconies with views

A heartwarming 250-year-old pub with roaring fires in the flagged bar, attractive bedrooms and a special welcome for children and dogs

An attractive converted stable with covered veranda, private garden and views over rolling countryside, minutes from the coast

A smart village local with original timber frames, a lively bar, elegant rooms and delicious food from the fields around you