Historic, eco-friendly elegance, views over Etna and Naxos Bay, jasmine-scented gardens... and a charming family feel. Stroll into Taormina

You're beautifully looked after in this gorgeous Tuscan house. Come for Alpine walks, historic trails and wild nature all around

A delightful Arts & Crafts lodge house on a lovely estate sitting in a dramatic setting on the western flank of the Malvern Hills

A restful space with a pretty garden in a quiet Derbyshire village - the pub a short stroll away and Chatsworth near

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

A smartly renovated village pub with rooms welcoming locals, visitors, families and dogs on a Staffordshire country estate

A light, spacious villa in the colonial style designed for easy indoor/outdoor living, with garden, pool and the beach just a short stroll

Heaps to do on-site: organic farm shop & café, cookery & cheese-making courses, farm tours. A brilliant base for exploring the Cotswolds too

A Georgian manor house in the old quarter of Penzance, close to the water, with good food and a chilled vibe

Warm interiors, pretty bedrooms and excellent breakfasts – good value in a very handy central spot

A very grand façade for this handsome Charente village house with a beautiful, peaceful garden, creamy stone walls and olive trees

Walkers, bikers, families and nature fans will love staying with ever-helpful Joan and Montse in this secluded but not too remote valley

Step into a place full of life, colour, texture and clever design surrounded by beautiful gardens and lakes

A delightful eyrie surrounded by water, forest, wildflowers in spring and summer, views to distant islands - just a short stroll to Ullapool

A family-run, environmentally friendly bistro with rooms near Grasmere: climb to the nearest viewing spot. Dogs welcome too

A charming base in historic Beaulieu - expect delicious food, traditional country-house interiors, and walks that start from the front door