An important spot for this grand 19th-century château on the banks of the Loire, steeped in history and with kind, erudite owners

An artist's house imbued with an understated elegance. Stay for dinner; be charmed by the garden where fruit trees throng, hens loiter

A 15th-century Venetian palazzo, lovingly restored with stylish rooms overlooking the Grand Canal and a designer's insight into the city

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

An organic farm near coast, village and Etna – super for families, done in simple good taste. Laze in the hammock, visit the coast...

The views take your breath away, the breakfasts are beautiful, and you feel like you're staying in the home of dear friends

The Dordogne flows through the gastronomic heart of France, where stunning villages cling to rock faces and historic riches are in store

Converted barn with the most welcoming owners – the garden and pool are all yours; explore a less touristy part of the Dordogne

You’ve got history on your doorstep in this beautiful and serene B&B, with charming gardens and a real sense of style in every room

Cosy and comfortable eco cottages near to sleepy Sidmouth, where grown-ups can relax and children can play safely in the gardens

João & Ana Luisa's stunning cottages superbly blend contemporary and traditional styles. Vineyards, beaches and restaurants are all close

A Suffolk pink hideaway where you can stay all day. Relaxed owners, tea and homemade cake on arrival, a log fire to read by... delicious!

Designer cool suites, apartments, a villa – a sophisticated oasis of a place – near white sands, curious caves, turquoise sea, Lecce

Artistic souls will like it here, and those who enjoy shared meals & getting to know other people in dramatic countryside; Arezzo is 40 km

An enchanting Belle Epoque villa with a terraced garden and superb views across palm trees and vines to Mont Saint-Michel

Simple, stylish interiors at this restored cottage on a rural estate overlooking the river Tay, with farmland, forest and trails to discover

A beguiling retreat for a couple or a family of four – feel cosy and secluded in a thatched cottage close to the coast

Five beautiful suites in the south wing of this fairy tale castle, filled with architectural features, family history and much grandeur