A delightful old Quinta within a Quinta. Find banana trees, vines and lots of greenery within a 20-minute walk of the centre of town

On the edge of the South Downs, this smartly renovated pub with contemporary rooms serves seasonal home cooked food and a warm welcome

A celebration of all things Somerset in a thatched village opposite the church and close to National Trust Barrington Court and Gardens

Unwind comfortably here with views to the crystal-clear lake, surrounded by forest trails and meadows for wonderful walking and cycling

Special back-to-nature, stargazing loft for couples and families, on a nature-filled estate in Piedmont

Find good taste, peacefulness and warm hospitality, steps away from the car-free Via Toledo, in the heart of the city

A smartly renovated 250-year-old brick and flint built inn, tucked away in a sleepy village beneath the glorious South Downs

Starry skies, wild beauty and total peace are yours in these sustainable, solar-powered eco-lodges

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

Lose yourselves in this picturesque castle, magical with its luxurious rooms and timeless atmosphere. Count and Countess are brilliant hosts

A classic period property right on the river, perfectly placed to explore the delights of nearby Marlborough

Come for sumptuous bedrooms, fine dining, colourful gardens and charming staff at this smart hotel and restaurant

A large, light-filled house sitting very much on its own in the middle of the peaceful Eden Valley with masses of space inside and out

A welcoming inn with rooms on the edge of a small village. Stay in a converted barn in the pretty garden, eat delicious country fare

Gorgeous thatched country cottage bolthole for two - perfect for a romantic escape - bring the pooch and explore Somerset

Old meets new in Benoit’s charming villa with courtyard pool, breakfasts to linger over and all the fun of La Baule on the doorstep

Manor house in the grounds of a quintessential 18th-century French château with pretty gardens and lots of space just 3kms from Bayeux

A colourful place to stay, tucked into the courtyard of this stunning estate, with views across the Pennine fells, deer park and lake