A stylish base for those who want to explore the beautiful north – expect good food, stylish interiors and a pretty market town

Take your pick from guided horse-trekking to grand banqueting at this traditional château; drive to explore WWI history and the lovely coast

A delightful holiday home for a big family or group of close friends. Children and dogs can charge about safely, you can unwind completely

A large tranquil apartment with garden and pool surrounded by Tuscan countryside, just over half an hour's drive from Siena

B&B as it should be. Home-cooked breakfast in an Aga-warmed kitchen, a comfortable bedroom with garden views, a beach you can walk to

A hammock by the pool, dinner under the stars, Andalucian nature (wild boar, birds, olives) all around. Chatty English hosts charm all

It's quiet among the lavender plants... bees humming, sun shining. Splash in the shared pool, visit lovely villages, taste local wines

History, tranquillity and genuine warmth in a beautifully restored medieval château, deep in the heart of the countryside

Stylish apartment overlooking a vibrant market in the old city, with restaurants and historic attractions in easy walking distance

A fin-de-siècle Franco-Scottish décor for this hospitable, entertaining B&B, in the heart of Edinburgh’s cultural quarter

A beautiful rural escape for couples or families with the delights of the Cotswolds all around. Dogs very welcome too

Come to shed your city cares, eat wonderful local food, spend time in simple, authentic surroundings and remind yourselves about serenity

Restored stone barn on a farm in the Lake District National Park, with views of fields and woods and an excellent pub nearby

A charming renovated stone gîte only 15km from Bergerac with a large outdoor pool, pretty gardens and walks and cycle rides from the door

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

Elegant B&B tucked down a quiet alleyway close to St Mark’s Square, with friendly hosts and a rooftop offering spectacular views of the city

Beautiful Noto is 4 miles from the Ionian Sea, and this creative renovation, with lush garden, stands above the throng. Heaven in Sicily

An 18th-century townhouse restored with flair by former restauranteurs: come for colour, comfort and sublime dining