Gloriously cool in summer, cosy in winter, a 365-day-a-year retreat. Just a 10-minute promenade along the beach into the fun heart of town

Step through a door in an old wooden gate to discover a courtyard garden on the edge of town close to golden sands

One of four wooden-clad off-grid cottages, sleek and calm indoors, high up in the Cheviot Hills and with stunning views over the valley

Historic pub with immaculate new bedrooms and a happy atmosphere. A waterside terrace for summer, blazing open fires for winter

Something to astound at every turn where the traditional and downright quirky collide to stunning effect. Friendly, flexible hosts too

Stylish B&B near the fashionable Chartrons quarter. A charming host, spacious rooms, a courtyard garden and delicious breakfasts

A cosy, very comfortable stone cottage with fine views across the valley, just a couple of miles from the southern tip of Ullswater

A welcoming, warming inn for locals and visitors alike with a blazing log fire, excellent local and seasonal food and proper Devon ales

A smart launch pad for visiting all things Champagne-related and Reims with its enchanting cathedral. All is cosy, luxurious...

Delightful B&B on a working farm, generous hosts welcome you with tea and homemade cake. Bring a piece of furniture and give it a facelift!

You have complete independence in your own wing beside the owner's house, with much space, a sparkling pool and balconies with views

A tucked-away and peaceful retreat from which to explore the beautiful Dordogne or simply to unwind and recharge

A charming nook for two in pretty Barrington village with a foodie pub mere steps away and Somerset at your feet

Friendly host, Georgian elegance, welcoming sitting room and bedrooms, tasty breakfasts: the perfect city break in Scotland’s capital

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

An ancient building filled with beauty and sitting in the quietest SSSI valley, criss-crossed by medieval drove ways buzzing with wildlife

Enjoy views of the South Downs from this converted milking parlour for 2 or 4 - fill up on the breakfast hamper and head out on long walks

An intimate cottage in deepest Cheshire, perfect for exploring Roman Chester, walking or relaxing in the garden