Two family-friendly gites (big groups can take both) with beautiful gardens, sparkling pool, activities for children and peace for parents

Share an authentic and unpretentious part of Sardinia with generous hosts. Stay in rooms set across three properties, enjoy memorable meals

A small hotel in the greenest valley facing super views of Picos de Europa National Park. Head out walking, spot wildlife, climb the peaks

A restored Grade II listed flint barn with roots in the 13th century, a serene lily pond and mesmerising views over the South Downs

A lofty, spacious feel to this converted barn with stunning views over rolling hills, swooping swallows in summer and an honesty farm shop

A gem of a house; spacious, warm and hidden in a lush garden. Get together with friends to explore medieval villages and the Costa Brava

A small, quirky country house hotel with lovely staff, pretty rooms and heavenly food served in a pillared dining room

A traditional coaching inn dating from the 18th century with good food served in private and public dining rooms on the Wellington Estate

It's steeped in history and a joy to visit. Explore the vast pistes of Les Portes du Soleil... return to log fires and house-party dinners

A rather grand, opulent house with warm owners, interesting furniture and art and some fine Renaissance architectural elements intact

A 17th-century Grade II listed inn, bustling with a mix of visitors and locals, friendly staff, very comfortable rooms and scrumptious food

An extraordinary, inspiring place: eat 100% vegan food, drink organic wine, sleep in natural materials, swim in the salt-water pool

Light-and-colour filled cottage with gardens and sea views on the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, a short stroll from Chesil Beach

Soak up Provençal peace in a charming estate in the Alpilles, with stylish ground-floor B&B rooms, olives, vines and a friendly family dog

Creative owners have made a gorgeous, arty space for couples or a small group of friends; good beaches and Salcombe are close

A cool little inn lost in beautiful hills, child- and dog-friendly, with happy staff and award-winning food

A friendly, generous, big old house with not an ounce of pretension. Big families will adore gathering here to have fun and unwind

Simple country cottage living on a working organic farm. Bring your hiking boots or bikes, stride out from the door