Choose one of six uncluttered, beautiful spaces within this elegant Georgian coach house on the Denton estate, for restorative country stays

A harmonious B&B in Chinon wine country. Home-cooked food, comfortable beds, easy conservations with your host and starry skies at night

A proper old-fashioned inn dating from the 1600s with beamed ceilings, low doorways and winding staircases up to comfortable bedrooms

A small and stylish townhouse retreat in leafy Folkestone with excellent bedrooms and a terrace for breakfast in summer

Lovely rooms in this characterful villa, perfect for exploring Burgundy’s Grand Crus, walking to vineyards or sipping wine by the pool

A privately-owned cottage, full of interesting things, on tranquil farmland within the NT Stackpole Estate a 20-minute walk to the coast

Beautifully restored historical building in the heart of Vichy, just steps away from the famous Opera House

A contemporary country-house hotel with a lovely spa and peaceful gardens - Sandringham and the north Norfolk coast are close

Relaxed country-chic worthy of a photo shoot at these beautifully turned-out apartments in deep countryside... gaze on heaven from the pool

Cakes from the host & eggs from the hens. Bring a party, bring the dogs, and soak up the history from a very fine house in the Cotswolds

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

A boutique hotel on the edge of Arcachon Bay. A natural pool, zen gardens, contemporary Eastern-style interiors, and good food await

Superb views, scenic walks and a huge range of activities all within easy reach of this beautifully restored property

A destination B&B. Hunker down in thoroughly spoiling surroundings with delightful owners near St Jean de Luz, Biarritz and Bayonne

A stunner of a setting for this restored croft house with long views to a sparkling loch and a lively village nearby. Good beaches too

Good bolthole with two terraces offering spectacular views over the historic town, and restaurants and bars a short stroll

A really friendly French family home, steeped in history and tradition with delicious home-grown food, a lovely garden and peaceful pool

A pleasing (not very little) place to stay in the heart of a wood within the unspoilt countryside of the South Downs National Park