A classic French beauty of a place; home to an engaging young family who love to entertain and look after you with great care

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

A natural idyll made even better by friendly owners. Bask in the mountain views, explore astonishing Asturias, settle into the slow pace

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

A rather grand, opulent house with warm owners, interesting furniture and art and some fine Renaissance architectural elements intact

The wow factor is set to eleven at this magnificent château steeped in French history and surrounded by acres of land (and a moat)

In four acres of garden and woodland (a child’s dream) a house and interlinking barn for 10 guests. Secluded but close to everything

Popular with families, this Glen of Rannoch mountain-view cottage with a homely atmosphere is a cheerful place to stay year-round

Feather pillows, welcome goodies, an extensive batterie de cuisine... the hosts are super generous, the views are to die for

At the gates of a country estate, two quirky hexagonal lodge houses with private outdoor seating and acres of grounds for walks and picnics

This deeply peaceful retreat will soothe the soul; come to walk, bike, sail then back to a roaring fire and good book. A sublime spot

Attractive country barn - great for two families sharing, for river trips, for playing in the pool, for running free

A dear little cottage with many comforts and a private garden, off the beaten track and surrounded by mountains, valleys and trees

Gather your loved ones and come for colourful, exuberant interiors, an absolutely gorgeous covered veranda and a pool with moveable floor

In a sleepy village near Oxford, a characterful 17th-century inn with contemporary flair, seasonal menus and a terrace for summer music

Set off on blissful walks, trek home to crumpets and tea. There’s no better place to escape the 21st century than rural Devon

A luxurious 1920s manor house with superbly stylish rooms, secluded gardens and a heated pool; close to the Picardy coast

An authentic, charming and spacious home with garden, pool and lake, deep in the Dordogne valley and decorated with uncluttered elegance