A mix of bold colours, modern art and vintage finds give this classic French mansion bags of personality

A botanical beauty deep in the Loire Valley, this elegant house has history and heart in abundance

Tucked down a high-hedged lane on a working farm with gorgeous walks from the door and stunning views of the unspoilt Exe valley

Everything you’d want of a lovely country inn – pretty rooms, tasty food, local ales in a beamed bar and fabulous walking

Two elegantly renovated spaces with wonderful views, lots of activities and large gardens for making memories with family and friends

An elegant Burgundian townhouse with pool on the fringe of Morvan National Park in Côte d'Or. Dijon, with Beaune and Chablis an easy drive

Sun-dappled walks along the romantic avenues, big bedrooms, breakfasts inside or out, a laid-back atmosphere and great markets nearby

A cosy cottage on a farm down a long winding track, wonderfully rural with footpaths across fields or along the canal

This warm and friendly little hotel is on a mission - to give you really good food, excellent wine and a very comfortable night's sleep

A tranquil and tucked-away feel for this terraced cottage with private patio, communal garden and plenty of room for six

An elegant, historical building in the heart of Catania - an intimate hotel, yet grand with gorgeous architecture and a wonderful welcome

A perfectly romantic and gorgeously restored bothy in a garden on a hillside by the sea, with grand views over the mountains of Skye

A family-run restaurant with rooms with a gorgeous sunny terrace overlooking the bustling harbour and delicious food in two dining spaces

Shady spots in the garden, a pool overlooked by tall palms, a bar nook stocked with drinks and a new spa in the Serra do Açor

Retreat to this sweet, peaceful cottage with suntrap courtyard garden enveloped in rolling hills just a short hop from the Jurassic Coast

A really well thought-out escape for a small family with children. A big garden, pool, petanque court and play barn for indoor fun

Lovingly renovated farmhouse amid vines and sunflowers, deep in the Charente countryside - small pool in garden, beaches 45 minutes away.

Feather pillows, welcome goodies, an extensive batterie de cuisine... the hosts are super generous, the views are to die for