Deep in Calvados near vibrant Caen, a cider barn with stylish bedrooms, quirky objets, a bar in the salon. Charming hosts welcome families

Creative organic food, friendly young hosts and plenty of space to unwind at this hotel surrounded by woods and fields

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

A thoughtfully-renovated cottage in a small hamlet with garden, courtyard and pool. The peace is palpable but you're near to bustling Tusson

High in the Tuscan hills, at the end of an avenue of cypresses, surrounded by parkland and acres of olives... a 13th-century dream

Part of the original Wensleydale creamery overlooking the river, with bustling Hawes and great walking country right on your doorstep

From the delicious scented garden with its limestone pool to the cool rooms with perfect linen, this is a place for a special occasion

A sustainably-designed small, family-run eco hotel within a nature park by the sea in stunning Basque country. Great food too

For artists, walkers and peace seekers - authentic simplicity at this mountain hideaway with an infinity pool and breathtaking views

Round up family and friends and head for the glorious South Hams and this eco-friendly barn conversion for ten with extra cottage

A magnificent medieval tower in the grounds of an 18th-century château sitting in a dreamy valley. Come for superb gardens and architecture

Take the road less travelled as you climb into the Welsh hills to discover this lovely 16th-century farmhouse full of family history

A glorious château near Tours – authentic, huge fun, steeped in family history and surrounded by gorgeous gardens with a serene pool

You’re in Snowdonia National Park: cycle, hike, swim, climb & trampoline to your heart’s content. Come home to comfort, warmth, grand views

A wonderful green getaway with wrap-around views of Norfolk nature; walk Weavers’ Way, birdwatch at Blakeney, enjoy the coast at Cromer

In pretty Vernon, a peaceful and comfortably large townhouse with roses rambling around the door

Beautiful, fresh townhouse with spoiling touches just outside the city walls of Canterbury. Whitstable close by, eateries a walk away

'Tout confort' in the heart of Reims, 2 steps from the cathedral. Lofty ceilings, marble fireplaces, polished floorboards, spa & sauna