Refined palazzo with a rooftop terrace near the historic centre of Ostuni. The Valle d’Itria region and the coast is on your doorstep

A converted barn for two, serenely comfortable and effortlessly stylish, near to North Devon's beaches and the wild beauty of Exmoor

Sumptuous bedrooms and delicious breakfasts at these two magnificent wings in glorious gardens and grounds next to the castle

A gorgeous house with oodles of original features, a lovely garden and the owners' pub, farm shop, brewery and spa a short walk

You have complete independence in your own wing beside the owner's house, with much space, a sparkling pool and balconies with views

With incredible views across to distant hilltop towns, olive groves and buzzing bees, this elegant farmhouse has bags of charm

You’ve got history on your doorstep in this beautiful and serene B&B, with charming gardens and a real sense of style in every room

By a bubbling brook in the Mendips, close to Bath and Bristol, a wonderfully revived and welcoming inn with smart rooms and scrumptious food

For lovers of tranquillity and simple pleasures with a private pool, tennis court, stunning views and forty acres to explore

In the glorious Howardian Hills, a homely cottage with an open fire for chilly nights and a lovely, country-style kitchen filled with light

A hop to Montpellier, but deep in the countryside: a romantic pad, with Moroccan rugs, ochre-limed walls and bikes to ride into the country

A large cob and stone Devon farmhouse in a sheltered dip near to Rosemoor and the coast, with valley views over the garden and pond

This elegantly restored house with stunning views to snow-capped peaks is a testament to the owners' love of art and antiques

Deep in Burgundy's wine country, an elegant maison de maître sits in acres of gloriously private parkland

Dark skies and extensive views from this romantic hideaway cottage. Walk down to the loch, snuggle up by the wood-burner… a cosy retreat

Hike the Wild Boar Fells, get cosy at home with books, games and DVDs, and meet the farm’s hens, cows and sheep

A grand spot with superb Peak District views for this secluded, immaculate conversion of a handsome stable block - spacious and light

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower