Rustic, quirky and layered with history, this is an exquisite slice of traditional Sicilian life, with welcoming and generous hosts

Come for Goodwood and good fun - simple, relaxed old farmhouse style with quirky touches, a lovely garden and long views

The Dordogne flows through the gastronomic heart of France, where stunning villages cling to rock faces and historic riches are in store

A converted old granary next to a traditional Welsh longhouse in a deeply rural setting for unfussy nature lovers

Sun-dappled walks along the romantic avenues, big bedrooms, breakfasts inside or out, a laid-back atmosphere and great markets nearby

Tucked away privately in part of a spectacular listed manor house, this apartment has wonderful views across to Hartland and the sea

Bask in the beautiful Basque country at this friendly B&B in the village, with family-run restaurant for delicious suppers

A 200-year old townhouse on a charming cobbled street with stunning views from the terraces over rooftop Olhão and down to the sea

The oldest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views

An elegant townhouse, built in 1830 and once the sous-préfecture for Rochefort, with spacious, light-filled rooms and a garden with pool

Get the full-English bucolic countryside experience at this boutique inn right in the heart of a quintessentially pretty Cotswold village

Apartments with a designer touch in a peaceful, evocative setting; private gardens, intimate terraces, infinity pool, stunning lake views and a gourmet restaurant

Independent B&B in an ancient hamlet with modern interiors, immaculate bedrooms and a pleasant wooden terrace for sunny days

An island of oyster farms, salt pans and white beaches, woolly donkeys, countless push-bikes and the odd celeb – we love the Ile de Ré!

Good looking barn conversion for sociable gatherings on an organic farm – meet the animals, take a day trip, go walking

Four bright and warm cottages with gardens, for families and friends, plus activities for children and endless walks for you and your dog

A substantial old house, originally built in 1836 and recently renovated, for grand special occasions with stunning views and a hot tub

A roomy, stylish barn conversion in Devon's rolling hills with wonderful walks from the door and panoramic views of the Exe valley