Bags of rustic charm in this elegantly restored retreat, perfectly placed to explore Sicily’s rich history and beautiful beaches

Beautiful, and with a delightfully rambling garden, this early 16th-century manor has bags of room for happy days with family or friends

Big skies, a tantalising beach and truly inspired food combinations at this friendly, busy coastal village inn – stylish rooms too

In four acres of garden and woodland (a child’s dream) a house and interlinking barn for 10 guests. Secluded but close to everything

A traditional country house experience with plenty of space for big family get-togethers, on a very old estate with fascinating gardens

The views are breathtaking over forest and field from this lovely barn conversion on a working farm, for special gatherings

A cottage in a conservation village with logs in the burner, sloe gin on the table, and a good dining pub you can walk to

Spacious farmhouse with annexe, great for gatherings with family and friends. Fabulous walks and endless views over the Eglwysbach valley

An attractive converted stable with covered veranda, private garden and views over rolling countryside, minutes from the coast

A cosy, courteous, family-run hotel with ‘chocolatines’ and cherry jams at breakfast, Basque dishes at dinner, and gorgeous rolling views

A pleasing (not very little) place to stay in the heart of a wood within the unspoilt countryside of the South Downs National Park

A restored Grade II listed flint barn with roots in the 13th century, a serene lily pond and mesmerising views over the South Downs

A scented garden, delicious local delicacies and those coastal landscapes. This place is a sensory feast

A lovely, spacious 1830s house in the heart of arty Westport with nearly an acre of garden, an apple orchard and the river running past

A well-equipped cottage with a big beautiful garden and murmuring brook. Come for peace, wildlife, a welcome cocktail, and grand walking

Creative owners have made a gorgeous, arty space for couples or a small group of friends; good beaches and Salcombe are close

Simple, stylish interiors at this restored cottage on a rural estate overlooking the river Tay, with farmland, forest and trails to discover

A striking modern villa tucked away off a small road above the Serchio valley with sparkling pool, gardens and Apuan mountain views