A small, stylish hotel lost in the country with beautiful rooms, excellent food, fine walking and a river passing directly outside

Tucked away in a tiny gem of a village and clustered around its own château, this delightful 17th-century building is a joy to discover

A quiet retreat with blissful gardens, a pool and charming hosts. You’re close to bastide towns, castles and the Canal du Midi

A lodge house in magnificent gardens (which are all yours when visitors leave). A sweet retreat for anyone, but gardeners will adore it

Gianna and Marco seem to have our readers in raptures - they love the welcome and the position of the B&B in Trastevere’s fascinating heart

Nothing but birdsong and the gentle murmur of the nearby river disturbs the velvety peace of this secluded oasis

Indulge in superb Galician seafood and wine, an open fire, local art, pool, hammock, village peace, sandy beaches...and warm, dynamic hosts

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

Wingham is a pretty village near Canterbury known for its thatched cottages, medieval houses, and a much-loved pub called The Dog

In Andalusia, step through an ancient wooden door into this Moorish-inspired townhouse with a pool and tapas bars just moments away

Everything you need is here: a wood-burner for winter, a pool and spacious terraces for summer, and peace and beauty all year round

A characterful coaching inn in a lively market town surrounded by manicured countryside - Chester's mighty Roman walls are close

An adorable little 1800s cottage with a garden – simple, unpretentious and filled with the owner's colourful art on walls and lampshades

Deep in the Lake District, a well-loved family home with open fires and heavenly views, a private woodland and a short walk to a good pub

Help yourself to the farm's strawberries and peaches, hop in the car to Colares, laze on the lovely terraces or simply gaze at the view

A delightful coastal house with lush courtyard gardens, masses of space, home office and terraces galore

Stay in the wilds of south Cork, where new life is being breathed into a much-loved family home and you can simply join in

Two lovely cottages with a fresh, modern style, private terrace, tranquil communal gardens with an orchard and pool