Eat in the sheltered, quirky, outdoor dining area, enjoy Madame's colourful garden in its village setting - ideal for those on a budget

Welcome to a dreamy fortified castle, once owned by French royalty, the perfect place to stay for history lovers and comfort seekers

Find good taste, peacefulness and warm hospitality, steps away from the car-free Via Toledo, in the heart of the city

Serious art, lovely lighting, great sound system and a fat wood-burner belting out the heat at this super place for families or friends

Immerse yourselves in nature on this estate with walled gardens, wildflower meadows and ancient woodlands - a Sawday's Community Champion

Anglo-Irish meets Italian and Indian; the owners have peppered this charming home with furniture and artefacts from their broad travels

Come for sea air, independent shops, great places to eat and this quirky cottage with plenty of room and a sunny walled garden

A big, homely farmhouse on the Umbria/Tuscany border for family holidays filled with sunshine, outdoor frolics and good food

A very special design-led garden apartment on the ground floor of an elegant 1835 house on one of the prettiest crescents in the city

Comfortable Clifton home a hop from shops, restaurants, harbour ferry and the heart of Bristol. With easy-going hosts and great breakfasts

A delightful eco-friendly, off-grid bolthole in the Northumberland National Park with much comfort, massive views and in a Dark Sky area

Three family friendly gites with a contemporary feel, a saltwater pool, national trails to wander and wellness retreats on offer

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

An immaculately restored cottage with a blissful sun room, private terrace, gardens, pool and orchard for a warm and peaceful hideaway

A tranquil cabin for two in rural countryside near arty Totnes: there are walks from the door and all of Devon is yours to explore

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

Close to Hexham's centre, a quietly charismatic Victorian home with fresh flowers, homemade bread, sunny courtyard and a friendly little dog

Live like a local at these rustic apartments with a shared courtyard; walk to restaurants and shops, take the ferry to the beach