Come to stay in a fine old townhouse with elegant proportions, high ceilings and a rambling, English-style garden close to Mont Saint-Michel

Friendly hosts, lovely log fires, delicious dinners, interesting antiques – and Frederick’s special tours of a WWI memorial site

Perched in gorgeous gardens and with stunning views, this 18th-century presbytery has lovely rooms and an excellent gourmet restaurant

Treat yourself to a bit of a rest with the one you love at this dreamy gîte in glorious countryside, with pool, garden and gorgeous walks

A light and bright converted milking parlour in a rural idyll with a barbecue hut, a spa overlooked by horses and a shared hot tub

Light-filled retreat full of character and vintage finds, with handmade touches and farm-fresh produce on your doorstep

Live out all your bohemian dreams at this arty villa, with garden and plunge pool, perched above the glittering Riviera.

A stunner of a setting for this restored croft house with long views to a sparkling loch and a lively village nearby. Good beaches too

A classic period property right on the river, perfectly placed to explore the delights of nearby Marlborough

Come for a delightfully unfussy stay at this graceful townhouse filled with beautiful objects and good vibes thanks to the lovely owners

Classic-modern luxury, a charming young hostess and a peaceful setting – perfect for breakfast-lovers, wine buffs and all the family

Anglo-Irish meets Italian and Indian; the owners have peppered this charming home with furniture and artefacts from their broad travels

Rest, restore, and explore... from this smart, successful Cotswolds’ gastropub with ancient beams, roaring fires and truly pretty bedrooms

Immerse yourselves in the heather-clad peaks, moorland, glens and diverse wildlife of the magnificent Pentland Hills Regional Park

A beautiful old mill straddling the river Wensum, now a peaceful inn with tasty local and seasonal food, a lovely garden and comfy rooms

A real gem set back from the hustle and bustle but perfectly placed to explore the city's many charms

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

A small, delightful hotel, perched on a high hill within a 14th-century convent with stunning views, garden and pool - very special indeed