A delightful retreat perfectly placed for walking, cycling and visiting some of the region’s most popular sights

A celebration of all things Somerset in a thatched village opposite the church and close to National Trust Barrington Court and Gardens

A light, bright, art-filled space with private garden on a quiet residential street just a short walk from shops, markets and good food

Four family-friendly self-catering casitas and an original cortijo in wildlife-rich acres near the sandy Costa de la Luz

A small hotel with gorgeous interiors, friendly staff, spacious rooms, a proper library, pretty garden and a relaxed, homely feel

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

Live in the lap of luxury in a 600-year-old regenerated farmhouse, enjoy fine fittings, great lighting, games, castle view and infinity pool

A heavenly setting for this very well-hidden cottage with its own small pool, amazing views and delightful pebble beach below

A 15th-century Venetian palazzo, lovingly restored with stylish rooms overlooking the Grand Canal and a designer's insight into the city

Simple country cottage living on a working organic farm. Bring your hiking boots or bikes, stride out from the door

Steps from the sea in get-away-from-it-all scenery – half an hour’s walk from St Ives’ arty heart. Sleeps 4 with pull-out beds for 2 more

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

Come for wide open countryside criss-crossed by a myriad of footpaths and this very comfortable, stylish and roomy retreat

Beautifully restored house with a literary history, no neighbours and private access to a sandy bay beyond the pines

A delightful coastal house with lush courtyard gardens, masses of space, home office and terraces galore

A lovely listed cottage, just stumbling distance from a good pub in a quiet village surrounded by spectacular walking and cycling country

Come for lots of space and a lawn for sunny days at this 19th-century farm cottage deep in the Perthshire hills near the Meikleour Arms