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

Explore the coastal paths on foot or by bike, or simply sunbathe next to the pool... Leafy gardens, comfortable rooms and excellent dinners

Charming, simple and elegant B&B with a lovely garden and kind owners in an area renowned for its good wine and food

Quaint barns dotted among truffle oaks and rosemary, each one constructed the old-fashioned way and close to the Dordogne and Vézère

20 minutes’ walk from Gordes and a hop from Aix, find grownup peace and minimalism for lovers of modern style and timeless Provence

A rural idyll with a hot tub under starlit skies and surrounded by gorgeous countryside in the South Lakes within a hop of vibrant Cartmel

A very tastefully restored old stone stable on a gloriously rural estate with woodland gardens, lake and a deer park

Jagged Dolomite peaks frame every view from this farmhouse with two neat apartments – come sun or snow, adventures in nature await

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool

This 300-year-old Cotswold pub, the hub of picture-book Sapperton from which there are glorious walks, is a superb place to eat and stay

Come for the glorious Northumbrian countryside and a neat-as-a-pin cottage with much comfort and a private garden near to the coast

A lovely little bolthole to return to after days out exploring pretty Cotswold villages and walking in an AONB straight from the door

Generous, convivial space for big gatherings. A fantastic pool, plenty of outdoor space, and fun and games to keep everyone entertained

Warm interiors, pretty bedrooms and excellent breakfasts – good value in a very handy central spot

You’ll feel super snug in these 2 stunning eco builds blending into the wildly beautiful Isle of Harris coastal landscape

Head down the Strood causeway and step back in time for a slice of Mersea Island's old-world charm: beaches, fresh oysters & a charming inn

Eight miles from York, near Moors and coast, this smart historic home is just the ticket for families and small groups of friends

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly