Come for pristine beaches, long walks to Barbate, sea views, whale watching trips and serene suites

A splendid supper à la carte (three courses) is included here, together with airy rooms and sweeping gardens. The Solway Firth is close

In a bustling port town on the Adriatic coast, this family-run hotel is warm, welcoming and just minutes from beaches and restaurants

A serene retreat basking above the Algarve with sea views from the garden and pool, and charming Moorish details

A lovely little bolthole for two on a gorgeous estate with restaurant, deli and superb gardens, sculpture walk and wildflower meadows

Come for serene countryside, walks through bird-filled woods and this lovely old house with gracious hosts and very beautiful bedrooms

A dear little gingerbread-style house in the prettiest part of the estate with your own pontoon and boat on the edge of a shimmering lake

A bright and spacious cottage set against a backdrop of woodland for days spent happily reading by the wood-burner or lunch on the sun deck

A very generous amount of space in this beautifully restored annexe with heated pool and outstanding views over the East Devon AONB

Come for a bright, roomy, uber-green and accessible larch-clad space with garden and pond in pretty countryside

Bedrooms have seersucker linen, doors open to the countryside and Beaune is a hop away. David and Niels ensure a memorable stay

For escapists, wannabe writers and lovers of rural bliss: two boho hideaways for two (four at a squeeze) in this lush corner of Galicia

A rather grand, opulent house with warm owners, interesting furniture and art and some fine Renaissance architectural elements intact

A relaxed country feel in this fine family villa. It has space and comfort for six with gardens, private pool, and tennis court

Get away from it all in the heart of Northumberland National Park, with walks leaving from your door and incredible dark skies at night

Gaze over to glorious Curemonte from the pretty cottage, loll by the pool, play games in the barn. Bring friends and book the main house too

Learn about local lore, taste the wines, bliss out in the garden and enjoy the company of Éric and Cathy, warm, humorous and talented hosts

Gaze over sublime vistas, refresh in the plunge pool, cook up a barbecue treat. A Provençal studio, simply furnished and deeply relaxing