A mix of bold colours, modern art and vintage finds give this classic French mansion bags of personality

A smartly refurbished 500-year-old coaching inn with very comfortable bedrooms, good food and the Peak District at your feet

An unbeatable position on Rutland Water, a Michelin star in the restaurant, a roaring fire in the bar and a swimming pool in the garden

This famous old country house might not come cheap, but where else can you splash out in such decadent style for life’s big celebrations?

A smartly-refurbished coaching inn sitting near the river Frome run with an emphasis on fair trade, sustainability and excellent local food

Go with the slow - homemade delights, no plastic anything, few mod cons - just relaxed humorous hosts and a beautiful place

Come to stay in a lovely old house surrounded by an important garden created by three generations of brilliant women gardeners

No-nonsense farm conversions with open, airy rooms and good big showers sharing a pool, a playground and fabulous views. Great walks, too

Elegant Italian style in a sensitively-restored villa with sweeping views over rolling hills and forests

A lucky break to stay here: part of a 1669 grade-II* listed Almshouse with modern interiors; leafy and quiet yet a short hop from the town

A smartly renovated village pub with rooms welcoming locals, visitors, families and dogs on a Staffordshire country estate

A detached 1960s house in a fabulous position with beautiful views over the mountains and plenty of space for walkers and skiers

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

Traditional Provencal farmhouse with a large garden and a swimming pool. Historic villages with markets and great restaurants close by

A smart launch pad for visiting all things Champagne-related and Reims with its enchanting cathedral. All is cosy, luxurious...

Tea in the summerhouse, breakfast by the fire, fresh flowers all around this warm family home. Step out to historic Shrewsbury high street

A gorgeous wooden-clad off-grid cottage deep in the National Park with far-reaching views, unfussy interiors and spoiling extra treatments

A cosy and relaxing village inn in the heart of the unspoilt Ebble Valley (wonderful for walkers) with fresh bedrooms and excellent food