Delicious food, stylish bedrooms and very helpful staff come hand in hand at this buzzing little inn that stands on the river Avon

Come to recharge in the lovely Loire valley at this fine château surrounded by mature gardens and green countryside

Off the beaten track and into the hills – this remote, unknown bird-filled region is faultless for outdoorsy people

A spacious and bright old sandstone farm building with private garden, all one one level and with lovely views over fields and countryside

Tucked away privately in part of a spectacular listed manor house, this apartment has wonderful views across to Hartland and the sea

Old meets new seamlessly here: ancient stone, lofty beams, good comfort, wood-burner, Jacuzzi/spa and space to relax in the designer garden

Remote and rural, this cosy cottage is a slice of Welsh heaven, with plenty to do and see just a short drive away

Lively renovation for this 18th-century cottage built of local stone and with a large garden in Modbury. Totnes and sandy beaches are close

Philippe and Stéphanie give you delicious food and comfortable, colourful bedrooms in their ancient château with gardens and pool

Sun-soaked stillness, saltwater dips and garden scents of fig and rosemary - slow days unfold between olive trees and a sky full of stars

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

Former pear-press cellar, now a swish bolthole with magical mountain views. In the village centre, 15-minutes’ drive to the Paradiski slopes

Gaze out to the shimmering bay from your bird and nature-filled retreat in the tree-studded mountains near Alcúdia

Climb the candle-lit marble staircase to dream between lavender-scented sheets in splendid rooms, some with balcony or terrace

Welcoming, dog-friendly pub with food to rave about, cracking countryside views and very comfortable bedrooms

A cosy, very comfortable stone cottage with fine views across the valley, just a couple of miles from the southern tip of Ullswater

An attractive converted stable with covered veranda, private garden and views over rolling countryside, minutes from the coast

Three family friendly cottages on this gorgeous eco farm with private gardens and organised outdoor activities if you like joining in