This lovely, beamy, uncluttered Tuscan farmhouse with separate apartment is an elegant lodging on a vast fruitful estate with pool, and lovely owners

A converted stable on a peaceful farm surrounded by acres of countryside - a Sawday's Community Champion

Special back-to-nature, stargazing loft for couples and families, on a nature-filled estate in Piedmont

Restored 18th-century farm building surrounded by countryside, with a good pub a short walk away and Lake Windermere a ten-minute drive

Elegant country château with a family feel, for big groups with or without children, and those who seek inspiration

A beautiful rural escape for couples or families with the delights of the Cotswolds all around. Dogs very welcome too

A B&B in a WWF-protected botanical garden beside Lake Maggiore. Wander and explore, take a dip in the lake. This place invites you to unwind

Grade II-listed country hotel with lovely gardens and an excellent restaurant, a short walk from Ambleside and the top of Lake Windermere

A truly peaceful and charming hideout in a joyful, bird-filled setting - look after yourselves and retreat, or be thoroughly spoiled

A light-filled studio with a sweet private terrace on the estate of a 16th-century manor - river views, glorious gardens and pure peace

A wonderful country house, a unique wine story, very luxurious rooms and suites, a spa, infinity pool and restaurant

In the heart of beautiful Siena, it's just like staying with a friend, as hostess Paola chats whilst preparing local produce for breakfast

A romantic cottage for two in the Pentland Hills, with views for miles and your own private garden with a wood-fired hot tub

Ski in winter, walk and cycle in summer - return to unbeatable hospitality, warm, large and comfortable bedrooms with views, robust food

It's quiet among the lavender plants... bees humming, sun shining. Splash in the shared pool, visit lovely villages, taste local wines

A small, charming house with ravishing sea views within walking distance of a bohemian coastal village at the foot of the Teix mountain

Live out all your bohemian dreams at this arty villa, with garden and plunge pool, perched above the glittering Riviera.

A great find if you want to be close to all the action but nicely tucked away. Friendly pub downstairs, cool bedrooms up, Soho 20 minutes