A beautifully restored listed barn of Westmorland stone sitting in a conservation area village in spectacular walking country, near Appleby

Great owners, beautiful Interiors, delicious food, modern art, an open fire and an iPad in the dining room! Enjoy coastal walks and views...

Sublime views across the Tuscan countryside, seasonal food and the kindest host. Children are welcome, oenophiles will be in heaven

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

This cottage is stylish and serene, beautifully transformed from an old farm building – come for golf, beaches, walks and bird-watching

Warm interiors, pretty bedrooms and excellent breakfasts – good value in a very handy central spot

Gorgeous off-grid suites invite you to slow down surrounded by nature with long views and good food

Chocolate-box cottages in deepest Normandy, owned by bright young things with a passion for organic cuisine and the good life

A stunning setting in acres of citrus groves for this lovely old farm with 16th-century roots, a big pool, hammocks and a restaurant

A sweet little gîte for two in the centre of a dreamy medieval village. Happily private but with loads to explore from your door

On a farmstead near Ronda where views stretch for miles are 2 houses, one old, one new, brilliant for families, sharing a fabulous pool

Five tranquil apartments surrounded by Tuscan countryside just over half an hour's drive from Siena - hire them all for a group holiday

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

Deep in Burgundy's wine country, an elegant maison de maître sits in acres of gloriously private parkland

Unwind in elegant interiors and set out on long walks in beautiful countryside; Chichester and Winchester are near

Welcome to an immaculate and historic retreat with private gardens, ten minutes from the Finistère coast (and oysters!)

Another bright, beamed and history-filled place to stay on the smart Upton Cressett estate with walks from the door and much comfort within

A place of peace in the hills and a view-filled base for exploring by bike or for experiencing Reiki, meditation, yoga and more