A smartly renovated village pub with rooms welcoming locals, visitors, families and dogs on a Staffordshire country estate

A contemporary rooftop room in a warmly civilised B&B filled with books and lovely things – stunning view too

The holiday starts on the bumpy track along to this Arts & Crafts style modern house with plenty of space and a wrap-around garden

Near Mont St Michel, an 18th-century 'maison de plaisance' in historic grounds run by a charming family. Don't miss the table d'hôte!

A gorgeous house, beautifully refurbished in contemporary style, with chic interiors and a swimming pool in a sublime English garden

A sophisticated and friendly Basque beauty overlooking the Bay of Biscay, in Txakoli vineyard country – prepare to be thoroughly spoilt

A striking cabin, drenched in light, with views over open countryside to the Sugar Loaf in the distance

Unwind in elegant interiors and set out on long walks in beautiful countryside; Chichester and Winchester are near

A delightful home-from-home village house with large gardens and walks from the door – perfect for families

A 17th-century traditional Welsh longhouse in a very sheltered spot facing south and with a pretty garden surrounded by fields and meadows

A very pretty old converted cart shed at the end of a track on an organic farm, surrounded by wildlife, birds and animals in the fields

A charming old cottage, steeped in history and in a stunning setting, close to the Coast Path and overlooking the bustling harbour at Fowey

Come for home-baked bread, eggs from the hens, arrays of fresh fruit, and fabulous river views... your hosts do lovely B&B

On the doorstop, Dovedale, Buxton, Chatsworth House... Come home to snooker, books, logs, a patio with views and masses of lovely space

A very special place to stay, immersed in the architecture and history of the city as well as its traditions, culture, food and wine

On the side of a hill in the little-known Marche, a happy young farmhouse with an elegant saltwater pool, and wonderful meals from Kelda

You're beautifully looked after in this gorgeous Tuscan house. Come for Alpine walks, historic trails and wild nature all around

A handsome little château perched on the edge of a verdant valley, with wonderful views, lots of space and a rambling garden