A delightful coastal house with lush courtyard gardens, masses of space, home office and terraces galore

Lovely owners have created this quirky space on their farm; side-by-side al fresco baths make it romantic for two

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

Mont Blanc looms large over this alpine chalet in quiet Les Tines, a stone’s throw from Chamonix and miles of mountain trails

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower

Towering 5 storeys above lively Palermo, a gracious B&B with sunlit rooms, lovely Sicilian hosts and breakfast in fine china on the terrace

Character and quirk in old and new design and furnishing – private terraces, a shared pool, great walking, cycling and wine-tasting

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool

Come for an authentic French village experience in this old stone house next to the church with glorious countryside for walks and cycles

A smart B&B in the heart of Beaune sitting quietly in half a hectare of gorgeous gardens; you're well looked after by your charming hosts

An architect-designed bolthole with two art galleries, a restaurant, studios and a paper mill by the seaside - a Sawday’s Community Champion

Classic-modern luxury, a charming young hostess and a peaceful setting – perfect for breakfast-lovers, wine buffs and all the family

A hop from the Côte d'Azur is this elegant home: bring friends, explore the garden, curl up on the sofa, dip in the heated pool

Generous, fun house, perfect for family gatherings. Head down the hill for sandy beaches or let kids and dogs run wild on the Purbeck coast

Five beautiful suites in the south wing of this fairy tale castle, filled with architectural features, family history and much grandeur

Get to know Lisbon with ease from this generous and comfortable townhouse hotel bang in the middle of the city centre

The views are breathtaking over forest and field from this lovely barn conversion on a working farm, for special gatherings

A delightful home-from-home village house with large gardens and walks from the door – perfect for families