A treat to stay in one half of this unique Grade I listed arch sitting at the estate entrance, just a short walk from the Beckford Arms

An interesting historic townhouse filled with art and antiques, in the old part of Amantea, near shops, restaurants and beach

A bright and airy 50s townhouse in a residential suburb with large, light bedrooms and a sparkling pool – cycle into gorgeous countryside

A cool little inn lost in beautiful hills, child- and dog-friendly, with happy staff and award-winning food

In pretty Vernon, a peaceful and comfortably large townhouse with roses rambling around the door

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

A 1750s farmhouse with a comfortable, informal feel resting in woodland. You're near to iconic tourist spots but hiding in the quiet woods

A hop from St Mark’s Square, this long-standing hotel - a delightful family affair - could not be better placed for exploring Venice

Be inspired by hilltop views, unwind in beamed rooms by huge fireplaces or scramble down to the beach for family adventures

An 18th-century converted barn with lofty beamed ceilings, exposed stonework, handmade oak windows and much art – pretty garden too

A wonderful country house, a unique wine story, very luxurious rooms and suites, a spa, infinity pool and restaurant

Wine lovers adore this impeccably furnished château; lovely Anne meets and greets, Jean Christophe makes wine and takes charge of tastings

An enchanting escape immersed in nature yet only 40 minutes by train into the Eternal City for art and history-filled days

A wonderful surprise inside this 1590 house sitting in a beautiful walled garden full of fruit trees, just off the High Street

An absolute peach of an apartment on the first floor of this iconic building with stunning views over the harbour and St Michael's Mount

A soothing, deeply romantic bolthole with simple interiors and its own little private garden, next to a winery and surrounded by vineyards

Live like a local. Art lovers, book lovers and walkers will be happy here above an art gallery in the centre of town

A pretty cottage in the grounds of an 18th-century house in the heart of southern Burgundy, with stunning gardens and a shared pool