Come for a sense of complete peace surrounded by country and coast with wonderful interiors to boot – a bolthole for two (plus two)

A splendid landing pad in gorgeous countryside with truly great food at the pub, lovely cottages and rooms over the village shop

A dear little cottage with many comforts and a private garden, off the beaten track and surrounded by mountains, valleys and trees

A pretty upside-down cottage, formerly a dovecote, lovingly restored with sustainability the focus

A charming base in historic Beaulieu - expect delicious food, traditional country-house interiors, and walks that start from the front door

Laid-back hosts, delicious breakfasts and a staggering sense of history in peaceful Welsh countryside - magical place for a special occasion

A glorious spot in the Wolds for a big family get-together in style, with your very own indoor heated pool, sauna, games and hot tub

A unique 1900 house and garden on the edge of Lyon, steeped in history and authenticity – a beautiful home with museum-quality objects

Dreamy, languid beauty at this spacious, airy, arty house with garden and pool in typical Pugliese countryside

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly

You will fall in love with this very special Tuscan agriturismo between the mountains and sea: peace and simplicity prevail

A big old house with a lovely pool, surrounded by ancient olives just 3kms from the sea and deep in the heart of Bandol wine country

An enchanting escape immersed in nature yet only 40 minutes by train into the Eternal City for art and history-filled days

Two duplex apartments filled with art and sculptures inside a beautiful 18th-century orangery, minutes from magnificent Versailles

Books, meadow flowers, a rocking chair by a cosy fire at this treasure-trove cottage of beautiful things - down tiny lanes in west Cork

Old meets new in Benoit’s charming villa with courtyard pool, breakfasts to linger over and all the fun of La Baule on the doorstep

A peaceful, very stylish bolthole for 2 on the doorstep of glorious Holyrood Park, with Edinburgh’s sights a stroll away

You're right on the water in this 1820 granary-turned-hotel, with calming bedrooms, bustling bar and restaurant serving excellent local fare