Cool, airy villa with Lake Como glistening below. Beautiful terraces and garden, plunge pool - and chilled prosecco and cake to welcome you

A light, bright and contemporary B&B in a quiet spot, with a garden overlooking the sea, the oyster beds and the passing boats

A peaceful, romantic village escape for couples, plus a babe-in-arms, attached to the welcoming owners' home in the Scottish Borders

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

Unwind and feel part of the family in beautiful rural Yorkshire. The farmhouse is rambling and peaceful, rooms are comfy, breakfast generous

Come for a pretty village in fabulous walking country, delicious estate-sourced food, friendly staff and very comfortable bedrooms

Art-filled and atmospheric, with stunning sea views and a sunny walled garden. Just moments from the beaches and charms of Lyme Regis

A small, trendy hotel, very much of its time, with oodles of style, stunning bedrooms and fantastic staff

A clutch of airy properties, most with their own jasmine-scented terraces arranged around a funky pool

Your own cottage on a wine estate in a very beautiful part of the South Downs, famed for world-class sparkling wines

Elegant farmhouse B&B. Drawing room with a log fire, generous breakfasts with home produce, cookery courses and friendly welcoming hosts

A stylish timber frame eco build, clad with recycled steel and with an upstairs living space to make the most of the glorious sunsets

Very private and comfortable rooms with their own entrances at this generous B&B with glorious gardens and views to the Black Mountains

A great little place, hugely popular, with stylish bedrooms, lovely food, happy staff and a winning position on the river Wyre

For escapists, wannabe writers and lovers of rural bliss: two boho hideaways for two (four at a squeeze) in this lush corner of Galicia

A destination for epicurians who also want exquisite surroundings and comfortable bedrooms. A charming garden too with a very French feel

Visit the walled city of Evora, have dinner with the friendliest hosts, pet the dogs & donkeys. Head out for culture, vineyards and menhirs

This civilised bolthole offers a quiet retreat, castle views and the magic of Edinburgh on your doorstep