Such a special place, right on the historic Georgian quay – a cosy, friendly place with dogs, children and families welcome in all parts

A gorgeous eco-build set in a wildflower meadow a short walk from thriving Presteigne and with a shepherd’s hut for spillover

Tranquil stone house with a rustic feel, a large garden with a swimming pool and views of the French Riviera and out to sea

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

You’re wrapped in parkland here and close to the coast, gardens and war memorials. A treat of a stop-over for foodies

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance

This cottage is stylish and serene, beautifully transformed from an old farm building – come for golf, beaches, walks and bird-watching

Gorgeous rooms and splendid breakfasts – for sybarites, history-lovers, cyclists and canoeists - bang in the middle of ancient Long Melford

Superbly comfortable house with beamed rooms, lovely views, club-like morning room, antiques, terrace, pool, fitness centre and lily pond

Encircled by wild dales and rugged fells, this spoiling cottage cocoons you in countryside peace with the added fun of a sauna in the garden

Another bright, beamed and history-filled place to stay on the smart Upton Cressett estate with walks from the door and much comfort within

A gorgeous wooden-clad off-grid cottage deep in the National Park with far-reaching views, unfussy interiors and spoiling extra treatments

Moments from Chamonix, a sweet chalet with pretty gardens in sun or snow under a backdrop of Mont Blanc – perfect for the adventurous

Painting courses on request, gardens full of roses, a parasol’d terrace, a seductive pool… we love this welcoming, traditional hotel

A handsome old country manor house in the heart of the Loire castles surrounded by parkland, forests, lakes, small hamlets, vineyards and châteaux

Live like a local. Art lovers, book lovers and walkers will be happy here above an art gallery in the centre of town

With incredible views across to distant hilltop towns, olive groves and buzzing bees, this elegant farmhouse has bags of charm