20 minutes’ walk from Gordes and a hop from Aix, find grownup peace and minimalism for lovers of modern style and timeless Provence

In the National Park with all its glories (Ashbourne for antiques, Chatsworth for history, Bakewell for its market), a sweet village cottage

Sitting next to the church in the most picturesque village in England, this ancient, handsome cottage is packed with historical interest

A relaxed old countryside manor house with a huge garden to roam. It’s 2km to sandy beaches and Judith is close by if you need anything

A scented garden, delicious local delicacies and those coastal landscapes. This place is a sensory feast

In her smart top-floor flat, perfectly situated between Montmartre and the Opéra Garnier, Rosemary does brilliant B&B

A heavenly inn on Fife’s south coast – the terrace overlooks the beach, lovely food waits within, chic rooms are a steal

Inspiring scenery for this lavender farm near a Provençal village. Rustic eco-friendly cottages, a hump-backed bridge, a hammock by the pool

Charming, simple and elegant B&B with a lovely garden and kind owners in an area renowned for its good wine and food

Historic village inn with wonderful cooking and a Provençal-style courtyard garden; drive to the Jurassic Coast in half an hour

Outside a perfect bastide village, an elegant manoir for lazy days in the Dordogne, fabulous dinners and glorious gardens

A delightful holiday home for a big family or group of close friends. Children and dogs can charge about safely, you can unwind completely

A super upside-down house perched on a cliff in bustling Saundersfoot with glorious views over the beach and the Atlantic

This stately-looking former manor house set back from the road in acres of gardens serves very good food and has rustic-chic bedrooms

Nature lovers will be tempted to this gem of a village cottage in the Duddon Valley – a truly peaceful slice of the Lakes

This fine old Dordogne house is run by well-travelled owners, has superb views and is a luscious mix of old charm and contemporary design

Fine contemporary interiors within this half-timbered hillside villa, built with natural materials and with a beautiful pool and jacuzzi

A stone building designed by Sir John Soane in the stable yard of this historic and beautiful estate with deer park and woodland gardens