A peaceful retreat in an unspoilt woody corner of Sussex. Bring dogs and children for fabulous walking on the South Downs Way

A destination B&B. Hunker down in thoroughly spoiling surroundings with delightful owners near St Jean de Luz, Biarritz and Bayonne

Beautiful light-filled eco-homes in Loch Lomond National Park – Scotland’s treasures are easily reached from here

Great staff, beautiful design, a fine old building and sublime food make this 600-year-old inn a perfect escape all year round

A contemporary country-house hotel with a lovely spa and peaceful gardens - Sandringham and the north Norfolk coast are close

A magical medieval castello, gloriously gothic with tower, moat and ghost, fit for a Shakespearian play.

A relaxed old countryside manor house with a huge garden to roam. It’s 2km to sandy beaches and Judith is close by if you need anything

A charming transformation of a once boarded-up pub in a pretty village setting, beside the river Wye in the heart of the Peak District

Stay a while... lulled by lapping sea and fragrant hanging gardens - cool, light, balconied, classic, intimate, unpretentious

On the outskirts of Marazion, this timber clad house perched above the sea is a super pad for romantic couples

A tranquil and tucked-away feel for this terraced cottage with private patio, communal garden and plenty of room for six

A stylish farm renovation with pools, gym, and flower-filled gardens - find rural tranquillity close to Brittany’s most famous landmarks

Enjoy so much space in this 18th-century paper mill with uncluttered interiors and surrounded by forests, rivers and lush countryside - yet only a stone's throw away from the local bastide towns

A heavenly setting for this very well-hidden cottage with its own small pool, amazing views and delightful pebble beach below

A sleek space designed with the majestic surroundings in mind. You have your own private barbecue area and a shared large garden

Stylishly refurbished gastro inn on historic market square with gorgeous bedrooms, local ciders and some rather tasty food

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

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