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

Swing off the main road through the village, up into the hills along a narrow track and through a gate, observed by curious sheep

Restored stone barn on a farm in the Lake District National Park, with views of fields and woods and an excellent pub nearby

Beautiful B&B in idyllic setting, with natural salt water pool and plenty of relaxed communal spaces

A wonderful drive over the mountains to the wild side of Skye with its moody lochs, heather-covered hills and this restaurant with rooms

In the glorious Howardian Hills, a homely cottage with an open fire for chilly nights and a lovely, country-style kitchen filled with light

Magnificent views unfold over the glittering sea towards the Cap d'Antibes from this elegant 1750 manor filled with much art and history

Come for a pretty village in fabulous walking country, delicious estate-sourced food, friendly staff and very comfortable bedrooms

High on a hill in the Tyne Valley, undisturbed except by birds singing and the wind whistling; views swoop down to a magical landscape

Perched on a hilltop in a nature reserve, two lovely places to stay. Hike and beach-hop all day before relaxing in the pool

The views are breathtaking over forest and field from this lovely barn conversion on a working farm, for special gatherings

A remote, rustic place for a digital detox - wildly romantic and perfect in summer with the doors open. Children can play in safety

A lovely old farmhouse, slate hung and elegant, in the heart of this gorgeous group of buildings hiding in lush countryside

A grand, pale stone townhouse in the centre of lively Épernay with plenty of good restaurants nearby

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

An eye-catching ancient inn with a colourful flower garden in summer, delicious local food and very presentable bedrooms

A timbered, fire-warmed village farmhouse, home-grown dinners, delightfully French hosts. Deliciously authentic, generous and calm

Unwind here in the rolling hills with the river bustling along, your own secluded garden and an unpretentious cottage full of character