A characterful Northumberland cottage-that-once-was-a-barn, with peaceful pond views and some serious stargazing

Gracious hosts, a mix of 17th-century style and contemporary design with comfort in spades, just minutes from the Rialto Bridge and market

Welcome to a dreamy fortified castle, once owned by French royalty, the perfect place to stay for history lovers and comfort seekers

17th-century farmhouse full of colour and interest with friendly hosts and great breakfasts. Explore the Cotswolds - bring the dog too

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

Take your pick from guided horse-trekking to grand banqueting at this traditional château; drive to explore WWI history and the lovely coast

Guests love the Henley - it’s nicely informal, and cute rooms, big views, and Martyn’s lovely food all hit the spot. Breakfast included too

Grand and old and filled with history, the estate and such a pretty house are a tonic, as are the well-tended grounds and parkland

A small, trendy hotel, very much of its time, with oodles of style, stunning bedrooms and fantastic staff

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

Once a pub, now a friendly home for relaxed gatherings of families or friends, with oodles of space, lots to do and pretty riverside walks

In the glorious Howardian Hills, a homely cottage with an open fire for chilly nights and a lovely, country-style kitchen filled with light

Come for a big gathering of friends or family and take the whole house plus an extra cottage in the pretty gardens – swim in the pool, relax

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

Peace, space and sophisticated living at a serene villa-apartment in the hills above Cannes

Linger over a fine breakfast and olive grove valley view, borrow a bike, take to the Francigena pilgrim trail, explore medieval Anagni

A big, beamed contemporary barn filled with light and surrounded by unspoilt countryside for a romantic retreat.