Three very special places to stay on one glorious estate. Gather those whose company you enjoy and immerse yourselves in beauty and history

An entire literary estate on the Brittany coast, with a trio of restored houses, fabulous gardens and a private path to the beach

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

Light, airy rooms for couples in an Asturian villa - home-baked breads, organic dinners and lovely country walks, 40 minutes from coast

Quirky townhouse on the edge of the Peak District, with country walks from the door, plus shops, cinema, heritage centre, bistros and pubs

Immaculate apartments with private patios and well-equipped kitchens share oleander-bright gardens and a chlorine-free pool

A 18th-century house with pool in a small town with friendly owners and a tropical garden of banana, fig and, of course, frangipani

Lovely views over the river Anglin from the large windows of this old industrial-like building, once used for honey production on the estate

A tempting trio of retreats with unlimited access to exceptional gardens, and a welcome homemade cream tea. Come as a pair, or a small group

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

A very special renovation of a 12th-century convent, now an elegant, tranquil place to stay with beautiful, bird-filled gardens

A rare treat to find such a comfortable and cosy, dog-friendly place in exceptionally wildlife-friendly and sustainably managed grounds

Jaunty beach huts on Felpham beach with sea views, coastal walks from the door and access to the hotel. For couples, families and dog lovers

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

A fabulous Belle Epoque château with much wow factor set in vast grounds with lawns and lakes, circled by a dense forest

Two comfortably converted farm buildings, with a shared pool on a gentle south-east sloping vineyard with wonderful views

A pleasing (not very little) place to stay in the heart of a wood within the unspoilt countryside of the South Downs National Park

A 17th-century Westmorland barn, fully renovated with a roomy living space and west-facing garden with views of High Street and Blencathra