Two lovely places to stay down by the shore of Clew Bay for much peace, space and modern comforts in a magical watery world

Walkers, bikers, families and nature fans will love staying with ever-helpful Joan and Montse in this secluded but not too remote valley

A smartly renovated 250-year-old brick and flint built inn, tucked away in a sleepy village beneath the glorious South Downs

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

A smartly renovated village pub with rooms welcoming locals, visitors, families and dogs on a Staffordshire country estate

A harmonious B&B in Chinon wine country. Home-cooked food, comfortable beds, easy conservations with your host and starry skies at night

A tranquil and tucked-away feel for this terraced cottage with private patio, communal garden and plenty of room for six

Perfect for lovers of the quintessentially English cottage - carefully renovated and classily stylish - a ramble to nearest pub

A honey-hued stone farmhouse or a stylish cottage – both are deep in delicious countryside with lovely walks by the rambling river

A honey-hued family home clad with vines and roses with a swimming pool and heaps of space – perfect for families

A smartly refurbished 500-year-old coaching inn with very comfortable bedrooms, good food and the Peak District at your feet

Grand stone house set in tranquil parkland with a pool, potager and plenty of space for groups. Chickens and charm included

A renovated, comfy Victorian cottage behind a small village pub, a hub for the local community and with good food, ales and wine

Part of the original Wensleydale creamery overlooking the river, with bustling Hawes and great walking country right on your doorstep

Come for the utter peace and quiet in this cosy cottage with amazing views and private walks to explore on the Bodnant Estate

An impressive manor house set in gentle rolling countryside ten miles from Oxford with a delightful garden, warm hosts and organic breakfast

Anouk & Gilles have fine-tuned their welcome. Lounge by the pool and dine exquisitely within their landscaped park

Artists, poets, nature lovers, walkers and dreamers will be happy in this simple, airy suite surrounded by a fecund garden and much peace