Lovely owners have created this quirky space on their farm; side-by-side al fresco baths make it romantic for two

In a commanding position surrounded by private land, this old manor house is excellently equipped and ideal for a big family holiday

Premier cru vineyards at the door, an original wine cellar for tastings, and a heated pool with vineyard views

A smooth, contemporary space with far-reaching views, plenty of light and high ceilings for nature lovers, walkers, artists and dreamers

An important spot for this grand 19th-century château on the banks of the Loire, steeped in history and with kind, erudite owners

Dominating the village is this historic hotel... all frescoes, chandeliers, splendour at every turn. And a handsome pool, too

Remote and rural, this cosy cottage is a slice of Welsh heaven, with plenty to do and see just a short drive away

Elegant Italian style in a sensitively-restored villa with sweeping views over rolling hills and forests

A romantic creekside cottage down a web of narrow lanes in a tumbling green valley – mess about on the water to your heart’s content

You’re wrapped in parkland here and close to the coast, gardens and war memorials. A treat of a stop-over for foodies

Idyllic cottage hidden in deepest, foodiest Somerset - bask on your own patio among roses and sweet peas. Bring bikes - loads to explore

Italian style marries Californian comfort, with views over hilltop towns, vineyards and the majestic Sibillini mountains beyond

Come to stay in a fine old townhouse with elegant proportions, high ceilings and a rambling, English-style garden close to Mont Saint-Michel

Bring boots, maps, your dog and an appetite for high places and deep comfort in this restored farm conversion

A very comfortable, pretty cottage, safe for dogs and young children, surrounded by garden and mature woodland on the Badminton Estate

Inside, a grand cathedral ceiling, outside, wisteria-covered terrace and pretty pool. Atlantic sands, Cognac and La Rochelle are in reach

A modern take on an Iron Age roundhouse with stunning sea views in Scotland’s wild west, perfect for couples

Enter through an impressive stone arch to discover this 16th-century fortified manor house with a gorgeous communal dining and seating area