A relaxed home-from-home feel at this Spanish house with old-fashioned charm, a big garden and pool and lovely views from every window

Two cottages which can be taken together, in wing of a warm yellow 1927 house. Charming owners, beautiful grounds and breathtaking views

A peaceful retreat in an unspoilt woody corner of Sussex. Bring dogs and children for fabulous walking on the South Downs Way

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

Beautifully restored house with a literary history, no neighbours and private access to a sandy bay beyond the pines

An absolutely charming former cart shed, with a magnificent view of the moated château and the park, with private sauna and shared pool

Books, meadow flowers, a rocking chair by a cosy fire at this treasure-trove cottage of beautiful things - down tiny lanes in west Cork

Two peaceful spaces in a beautiful garden with a morning concert from the birds and a terrace for magical outdoor meals

One of the loveliest houses in a very lovely village. Pretty rooms have parquet floors and white walls, the food is a delight

A really well thought-out escape for a small family with children. A big garden, pool, petanque court and play barn for indoor fun

Escape to your own barn. Brimming with beams and natural colours - surrounded by peaceful lavender-filled gardens and corn fields

A luxurious eco-retreat plus extra room in the Space Conker in private woodland with views to the Chaîne des Aravis and Mont Blanc

A very attractive stone building on a smallholding with all mod cons, a bedroom for stargazing, Guest Farm Shop and pretty communal gardens

Three very special places to stay on one glorious estate. Gather those whose company you enjoy and immerse yourselves in beauty and history

A traditional coaching inn dating from the 18th century with good food served in private and public dining rooms on the Wellington Estate

A traditional, grand 1850 townhouse sitting in a large, landscaped garden with mature trees, a short walk to the village centre and square

Colourful coastal apartments and studios where you can be nicely independent, and enjoy a communal café and health club with Art Deco pool

An eye-catching ancient inn with a colourful flower garden in summer, delicious local food and very presentable bedrooms