Where else is breakfast served by candlelight in winter? Friendly staff, lovely bedrooms, off-street parking and Arthur’s Seat all wait

A lovely, long barn-style conversion with much space, stunning views across the spectacular bay and a secret beach to stroll to

Next to a glorious National Trust estate, an exceptional barn renovation, a honeymooners’ dream – and Marsden a stroll downhill

Laid-back hosts, delicious breakfasts and a staggering sense of history in peaceful Welsh countryside - magical place for a special occasion

A beautifully converted dairy with a magical garden in a quiet village surrounded by lovely countryside

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

An immaculately restored old inn with generous bedrooms, great food, ale and wine. Locals love it as much as those who make it a destination

A small, charming house with ravishing sea views within walking distance of a bohemian coastal village at the foot of the Teix mountain

Once a coach house, now a split-level place to stay – you can walk to the river and it's just a short hop to central London

A cool little inn lost in beautiful hills, child- and dog-friendly, with happy staff and award-winning food

Perfect for lovers of the quintessentially English cottage - carefully renovated and classily stylish - a ramble to nearest pub

Gorgeous old pile in five acres of blissful country between the Dales and the Lakes - it’s super relaxed and perfect for everybody

A relaxed hilltop escape with good food, a pretty garden and fine views of the Dales and the river Wharfe – bring your dog too

Treat yourselves to a seamless stay in this 255-year-old manor house with dreamy gardens, sumptuous bedrooms, sparkling pool and spa

A sleek, light-filled, beautifully designed, minimalist space for 4 with wrap-around views from the living room and pool

A light and airy barn conversion, very comfortable and rural, sitting on a hill with views to the south overlooking the Stour valley

Provençale-meets-English country house to great effect – cycle Mont Ventoux, walk to the monastery, visit Roman towns and vineyards

A 18th-century house with pool in a small town with friendly owners and a tropical garden of banana, fig and, of course, frangipani