Where else is breakfast served by candlelight in winter? Friendly staff, lovely bedrooms, off-street parking and Arthur’s Seat all wait

A tranquil and tucked-away feel for this terraced cottage with private patio, communal garden and plenty of room for six

Two lovely cottages, packed with atmosphere, character and comfort in a magical timeless valley surrounded by nature

A family retreat high above the river Dordogne and deep in woodland - with heated pool, games room and village restaurants a stroll away

Walk, ride, bike or canoe, climb a mountain, head for Hay, then return to a comfortable bar, warm bedrooms and delicious food

This is Somerset at its most quintessential: a thatched roofed, honey-coloured Hamstone cottage with a pretty courtyard garden; sleeps four

Big skies, a tantalising beach and truly inspired food combinations at this friendly, busy coastal village inn – stylish rooms too

A grand, pale stone townhouse in the centre of lively Épernay with plenty of good restaurants nearby

Cosy cottage on a working farm just ten miles from Edinburgh with spectacular views, walks from the door and a wood-fired sauna

Big beautiful apartments in a serene setting in southern Tuscany, with pool. And courses for everyone - organised by one delightful family