On top of sand dunes, this bright and airy cottage has glorious views, walks are lovely and you can bring your dog

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

Country house set in a secluded valley in a nature reserve with a pool & walks from the door. The small town of Jabugo is just over the hill

In the heart of a pretty village next to a picturesque stream, your elegant B&B is a haven of peace and quiet. La Rochelle is close

Come for the gorgeous, wild North York Moors and this very pretty 1911 stone cottage in the grounds of an elegant manor house

A blissfully quiet and welcoming New Cross home. English and oriental blend - including breakfast! Rooms are airy, richly decorated and fun

Gather family or friends and take both villa and cottage. The terraces and gardens have long views, the pool is roomy and the peace palpable

Straight out of a fairy tale, a rustic cottage by a babbling brook: a magical escape for couples, the craggy coast in easy reach

A romantic little bolthole with a hot tub on the Penicuik Estate with well-thought-out interiors and dreamy views over pastures and woodland

A beautiful old building with generous windows, arched doorways and opulent interiors in the glorious countryside by a fairy tale château

All you'd hope for, and more! Enormous rooms, marvellous beams, majestic views and wines from their vineyard

In a hamlet in the Loire countryside is a friendly estate with a family-sized gite, a shared saltwater pool and heaps of old-world charm

Superb views, scenic walks and a huge range of activities all within easy reach of this beautifully restored property

Proper village pub with much-praised food and cosy rooms; country walks lead from the door and Oxford is half an hour away

A great base for Stratford and beyond – expect a peaceful village, smart rooms, local ales, tasty food and a happy vibe throughout

Between Florence and Siena, stay in one of five stylish apartments on a family-run agriturismo; they delight in sharing this slice of heaven

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

Winter fires, a summer pool, and gorgeous food all year round... Live slow in the hills of