Everything you need is here: a wood-burner for winter, a pool and spacious terraces for summer, and peace and beauty all year round

Rooms in an old palazzo in the historic centre of town, with a swimming pool, restaurant and café, and lovely beaches a short drive away

A beautiful house with Pyrenean views, generous hosts and wonderful hiking, biking and skiing nearby. A rare pearl

Everything is on the doorstep and you'll find much comfort at these smart self-catering apartments in the heart of the city

One of England's oldest coaching inns, full of history and wonky floors, on a Surrey market town's high street

Delightful, rustic retreat for families, romantic couples and singles. Food, views and owners are lovely

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

Boutique hotel next to Funchal’s 15th-century cathedral, with a champagne and lobster bar, rooftop cocktail bar and an excellent restaurant

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

A beautifully restored cottage in a rustic-chic style, set above the dramatic Gorges de l’Aveyron; perfect for couples or families of four

Few inns can rival the scale or history of this one. Dogs doze by the inglenook, food is sourced from local suppliers, bedrooms are gorgeous

This is a superb base to explore the island's glittering bays, vibrant coastal cities, mountains, valleys and forests

A bit like staying with friends in a smart country house, but not having to help - an elegant refuge near Bradford-on-Avon

Four gîtes in the château’s vast barn, one in the tower. Magnificent mountain and valley views, and Sandrine’s regionally inspired meals

Contemporary boathouse for all the family. Find rock pools, a shingle beach and plenty of ozone in the salty Cornish air

Vineyards, fruit trees and immaculate gardens, amazing food and wine, a sense of seclusion and sweeping views of the Tuscan hills

Come for an oasis of peace - no crowds in the National Park, just olive groves, mountain views and tranquil nature

Refined palazzo with a rooftop terrace near the historic centre of Ostuni. The Valle d’Itria region and the coast is on your doorstep