A lovely wisteria-clad inn in a traditional Cotswold village with grand walks, a pretty garden, tasty food and thoughtful bedrooms

Be inspired by owner Oriane's interiors, explore the region’s famous markets, and soak up the charm of the Perche countryside

A large handsome 1800s manor, now a peaceful haven for free-range families and creative types on the edge of vibrant Richelieu in the Loire

Up in the Cévennes, this big, beautiful family house has superb views, a fine kitchen, lots of space and masses to do and see

Come for summer breakfasts of pastries fresh from the local bakery, afternoons reading by the pool and long, lazy lunches

Great staff, beautiful design, a fine old building and sublime food make this 600-year-old inn a perfect escape all year round

The nicest owners, the most magical place with wild land to roam. Two barns share a pretty courtyard; Devon's delights are on the doorstep

A wonderful old 1397 village inn, filled with history and character. Find gracious bedrooms, roaring fires, good food and a pretty garden

Comfortable apartment steeped in Breton history, in a beautifully renovated gabarier’s house overlooking the marine estuary

An artistic escape with a stunning kitchen in sleepy, gastronomic Lot – stroll to the village market and feast on local produce

A gorgeously tranquil place to escape to and fall in love with the Périgord's medieval villages, valleys, wines, markets and artisan farms

A pretty cottage by the sea, with uplifting views, restful bedrooms, the beach a short hop, gorgeous walks and lively Kinsale nearby

Charming 15th-century farmhouse near Montrésor and Loches with immense lawns, orchards and a fabulous pool

A really well thought-out escape for a small family with children. A big garden, pool, petanque court and play barn for indoor fun

A classic period property right on the river, perfectly placed to explore the delights of nearby Marlborough

If you need a great place in which to relax and don’t want to pay too much for it, try these excellent suites, which spoil you all the way

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

In a quaint village with a bakery, brasserie and shops, a handsome gîte with a wonderful pool and fashion museum