Plenty of uncluttered easy space both in and out by the private pool - children love the freedom - great wine, food, and cycling country

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

A large, attractive 18th-century house with sweeping lawns, outdoor seating areas and two free-standing baths by an ivy-clad wall

Inland Algarve, away from the crowds – this gorgeous house with pool and gardens is a haven for families and friends

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

A newly built house facing the sea and surrounded by acres of land – perfect for swimmers, sailors, nature lovers and peace seekers

A sleek, light-filled, beautifully designed, minimalist space for 4 with wrap-around views from the living room and pool

Come for pristine beaches, long walks to Barbate, sea views, whale watching trips and serene suites

Three luxurious apartments sleeping up to 10 people altogether, set within an elegant Georgian manor house in the Wye Valley AONB

A classic French beauty of a place; home to an engaging young family who love to entertain and look after you with great care

Victorian country house for 8-15 with gardens overlooking the Howgill Fells for happy reunions with family and friends

Delightful almshouse, steeped in history, in a peaceful churchyard setting with far-reaching countryside views

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

Come for authentic restoration, chic Savoyard décor, breathtaking views of the Portes du Soleil, and a chairlift a 7-minute drive

Come for glorious walking countryside and warm fuss-free Sally, who gives you freshly baked scones when you arrive and beautiful bedrooms

Completely refurbished 18th-century roadside inn with special views, good food, restful bedrooms and all the benefits of Another Place

A charming transformation of a once boarded-up pub in a pretty village setting, beside the river Wye in the heart of the Peak District

In a mellowstone village with a jolly pub, a super raftered barn with generous touches. Friendly owners next door know the Cotswolds well...