Two villas on opposite shores of a big lily-covered lake, fed with natural spring water from the Ticino river and surrounded by gardens

You are treated like nobility in this gorgeous Manoir, enveloped by the towering cliffs and Aurélia and Julien's generous hospitality

Close to the honeypots of Domme and Sarlat, a hideaway for 2 in an ancient French hamlet. The apartment is serene, the views are glorious

Come for amazing food at breakfast, really comfortable bedrooms with garden views and lovely Sasha (and her dogs) who will spoil you

Come for a spot of high-end cossetting with big, beautiful bedrooms, good food and far-reaching views in the Northumberland National Park

Style abounds in this exquisite Côte d'Azur family getaway, where lazy days are whiled away by the pool and in the quiet bird-filled gardens

Such a special place, right on the historic Georgian quay – a cosy, friendly place with dogs, children and families welcome in all parts

Step into the valley region from this beautifully restored 17th-century house surrounded by saltwater and freshwater canals and lakes

An impressive limestone house on three levels created within the ruins of an ancient village with uninterrupted views of the Vézère valley

Sweep along the gravel drive through lawns and specimen trees to this elegant manor house with 17th-century roots

A delightful home-from-home village house with large gardens and walks from the door – perfect for families

A sylvan hideaway tucked into the hills of the Southern Alps, full of Provençal charm inside and out – Saint-Cézaire and the coast are close

A deceptively roomy 300-year-old stone cottage, with front-facing windows overlooking the harbour - just a short walk up to town

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

Delightful little antique-filled cottage with large walled garden and an allotment near Versailles. Gardeners will be happy

Sumptuous and pampering with monogrammed sheets and frescoed walls.More for honeymooners and couples than lolly-licking tots

Remote wartime research station turned stylish retreat with knockout views, wild walks and a front-row seat to the weather

A converted coach house and stables, now one long cottage with much space, a country house feel and your own walled garden