A real gem set back from the hustle and bustle but perfectly placed to explore the city's many charms

Immerse yourself, luxuriously, in beautiful rural Picardy – mirabelle jam, peaceful parkland, walking in the hills – near historic Amiens

A traditional cottage in Polruan on the Fowey estuary with harbour and cove views and a tea shop and two pubs in the village

Charming, simple and elegant B&B with a lovely garden and kind owners in an area renowned for its good wine and food

A very much-loved family home full of books, pictures and comfy sofas - all yours for a relaxed and easy-going holiday with a big group

Rural peace just an hour from London in your own gorgeous converted hay barn, ten minutes from Alton

A joyful, inviting house on a 15-acre smallholding in Devon. Super food, gracious hosts, delightful bedrooms - leave feeling nourished

Restored 18th-century farm building surrounded by countryside, with a good pub a short walk away and Lake Windermere a ten-minute drive

A grand spot with superb Peak District views for this secluded, immaculate conversion of a handsome stable block - spacious and light

A very special place to stay, immersed in the architecture and history of the city as well as its traditions, culture, food and wine

Classic coaching inn in a bustling village offers restful rooms, real ales and the Cotswolds on your doorstep

Elegant country château with a family feel, for big groups with or without children, and those who seek inspiration

In off-the-beaten-track Tuscany, 2 peaceful apartments in a former haybarn, both carefully renovated with antique furniture

Tucked away privately in part of a spectacular listed manor house, this apartment has wonderful views across to Hartland and the sea

Victorian almshouse with architectural pedigree, sweeping countryside views and easy access to charming local towns

Peaceful escape for couples in the grounds of a stately Tudor manor house; watch the wildlife from your garden, explore the nearby coast

Hear the rooting of wild boar and the odd splash of the pool. For those who love fresh air, great food, and the sweet hills of Umbria

Gem-like in a deep park among meadows, a family-friendly château with 2 stylish cottages. Join the lovely owners for dinner, dip in the pool