Restored stone barn in 22 acres filled with special wildlife, on the edge of Radnor Forest, with walking trails, glorious countryside views

Lovely views over the river Anglin from the large windows of this old industrial-like building, once used for honey production on the estate

Four stylish Andalusian retreats surrounded by olive groves and almond trees, and a restaurant for wonderful, seasonal food

Big house with bags of character and easy access to beaches, cafés and cobbled streets, coastal paths and hidden coves

If you need a great place in which to relax and don’t want to pay too much for it, try these excellent suites, which spoil you all the way

Within the city walls and right next to the Minster, this super-smart hotel gives you gorgeous bedrooms and delicious food

Cosy, peaceful retreat not far from Hadrian's Wall. A real fire, tennis, BBQ, the Coast to Coast cycle route and hilly treks from the door

Secluded place with home-grown food, much peace and walks by the river for a couple (or small family). Courses and solo retreats too

This secluded New Forest inn is a magnet for families in summer: a good pint and the log fire make it a superb winter hideaway too

A light, spacious villa in the colonial style designed for easy indoor/outdoor living, with garden, pool and the beach just a short stroll

This is Somerset at its most quintessential: a thatched roofed, honey-coloured Hamstone cottage with a pretty courtyard garden; sleeps four

Two elegant village houses for big happy gatherings of friends and family with a yoga studio, spacious courtyard and glistening pool

A vibrant open-plan space with a wild garden, river for swimming, splashing or fishing and the chance to spot kingfishers and red squirrels

A small, stylish hotel lost in the country with beautiful rooms, excellent food, fine walking and a river passing directly outside

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

Delightful almshouse, steeped in history, in a peaceful churchyard setting with far-reaching countryside views