A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly

Deep in the Wye Valley you’ll find wild swimming, kayaking and down-time. This cottage is a spacious yet cosy base for any adventure

Glorious Elizabethan manor house lovingly furnished with exceptional art and antiques by its welcoming owners

A treat of a country retreat in the North York Moors National Park with lovely high ceilings, a log-burner, much comfort and fabulous views

Garden lovers will flock to this lovely B&B with two spacious suites and delicious breakfasts – a good spot by a quiet hamlet

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

A lovely restored house on a farm beside a cluster of ancient buildings surrounded by lush forest and grasslands – a deeply rural spot

Unwind here in the rolling hills with the river bustling along, your own secluded garden and an unpretentious cottage full of character

Tranquil manor house deep in Bordeaux wine region with six acres of grounds, a tennis court and swimming pool

A niftily converted barn with high vaulted ceiling sitting on a hill with wonderful views over a newly-created lake and the Stour Valley

An 18th-century limestone barn, now a quiet hideaway for a group of friends or family in a very rural spot surrounded by fields and woods

High ceilings and exposed stone walls give a light, bright and rustic feel to this restored barn with fabulous views over a lush valley

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

Smart country inn in Constable country with lovely rooms and food - grab a picnic, hire a boat and drift along the river Stour

A fine old 1890 homestead in the colonial style on a large estate, with a lovely pool, two lakes and delicious Portuguese food

Good bolthole with two terraces offering spectacular views over the historic town, and restaurants and bars a short stroll

Stylishly simple cottage in the heart of the old fishing port of Méze, within easy stroll of seafood restaurants and sandy beaches