A grand, 16th-century Breton château complete with dovecote, turret and chapel surrounded by 50 acres of parkland, woods and small lake

A rare treat, 700 metres above sea level and girdled by forests, waterfalls, chestnuts and olives, this is the place to come for solace

Retreat to this sweet, peaceful cottage with suntrap courtyard garden enveloped in rolling hills just a short hop from the Jurassic Coast

One of the loveliest houses in a very lovely village. Pretty rooms have parquet floors and white walls, the food is a delight

You’ve got history on your doorstep in this beautiful and serene B&B, with charming gardens and a real sense of style in every room

An airy, art-filled house for groups of family or friends, with plenty of space, a secluded courtyard and pool near the beach

A very tastefully restored old stone stable on a gloriously rural estate with woodland gardens, lake and a deer park

An ancient coaching inn opposite the church in the prettiest village – just the ticket for weary travellers who deserve nurturing

A Georgian townhouse full of character for an epic family and friend get-together. The best of Hay is a stroll away

A luxurious 1920s manor house with superbly stylish rooms, secluded gardens and a heated pool; close to the Picardy coast

Set off on blissful walks, trek home to crumpets and tea. There’s no better place to escape the 21st century than rural Devon

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

Elegant rooms behind a popular village pub with country walks from the door, and the spectacular Peak District and stately homes nearby

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

A gem of a house in a lovely unspoilt village with an intelligent, interesting owner who gives you delicious food and local wines

Special back-to-nature, stargazing loft for couples and families, on a nature-filled estate in Piedmont

A charming base in historic Beaulieu - expect delicious food, traditional country-house interiors, and walks that start from the front door

A celebration of all things Somerset in a thatched village opposite the church and close to National Trust Barrington Court and Gardens