A lovely old house and rambling garden in a medieval village with a monumental château, 12th-century church and a good local restaurant

Hideaway in the hills complete with private pool and outdoor kitchen. Spend days hiking or on a sun lounger - perfect for families

Enjoy convivial gatherings from this Georgian country house with acres of land, gardens and woodlands just a short hop from Durham

A wall of glass frames the sea view - take drinks on the waterfront lawn in summer, or by the crackling fire in winter

Set loose your inner castaway on your very own island with enthralling views and much wildlife a short boat ride from Skye

A truly peaceful and charming hideout in a joyful, bird-filled setting - look after yourselves and retreat, or be thoroughly spoiled

There's a pared-back unforced elegance to this stone barn sitting quietly in its own grounds beside a cobbled courtyard awash with roses

A unique opportunity to switch off and unwind in a simple, historic cottage with a terraced, bucolic garden surrounded by wooded hills

Picturesque cottage in the grounds of a grand manor, lovingly and creatively restored by its welcoming English owner

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

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

A gorgeous barn conversion in the heart of the High Weald with superb walking, only five miles from Tunbridge Wells

Chic barn conversion with a swimming pool and country walks from the door; nearby Ventnor has a beach and great places to eat and drink

A beautifully restored cottage and extra wing for 3 - 4 on Bodmin Moor for families, outdoor types and lovers of real countryside – dogs can come too

A cottage for two on a wonderfully eco wine school and vineyard. Gaze at magnificent views from your terrace

Delightful little antique-filled cottage with large walled garden and an allotment near Versailles. Gardeners will be happy

A heartwarming 250-year-old pub with roaring fires in the flagged bar, attractive bedrooms and a special welcome for children and dogs

A recently renovated and very comfortable stand-alone limestone cottage with fabulous views on the edge of the Easton Walled Gardens