Comfort, warmth and thoughtful breakfasts at this informal, friendly B&B, sitting in a lush spot between the mountains and the sea

Pippa tells you where to find wild flowers, babbling brooks and butterflies... and hike, bike and swim. Magic for families

Great design along with much comfort and warmth an hour from Inverness airport, but a world away from the city and with stunning views

Bask in the warmth of the owners at this chic 'maison de maître' in off-track Provence - 12km from lovely hilltop Gordes

Absolutely no neighbours and stunning views from this delicious little cottage, which peeks over the trees in a magical SSSI valley

Eco-friendly B&B overlooking Lake Como with marvellous mountain and lake views. Heaps of space, generous hosts, a menagerie of animals

Designed with style and comfort, peaceful, sophisticated and serene with countryside views. And you have your own lovely pool

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance

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

Pops of colour and neon signs bring fun to this smart and warm family home near Brancaster beach

Two comfortably converted farm buildings, with a shared pool on a gentle south-east sloping vineyard with wonderful views

Cosy hideaway for two surrounded by woods and wildflower meadows. Stroll to shops and pubs, explore historic Border towns or the coast

Retreat to this sweet, peaceful cottage with suntrap courtyard garden enveloped in rolling hills just a short hop from the Jurassic Coast

Log fires smoulder, rooms are comfortable, the food is delicious and there's bags of character at this old village pub – once a cider house

Popular with families, this Glen of Rannoch mountain-view cottage with a homely atmosphere is a cheerful place to stay year-round

Bask in the beautiful Basque country at this friendly B&B in the village, with family-run restaurant for delicious suppers

Bring boots, maps, your dog and an appetite for high places and deep comfort in this restored farm conversion

Stay on a secluded private estate by the sea - once the home of the brilliant French writer, Colette