Two cottages for couples: one more traditional, the other fresh and modern, both comfortable and romantic and there's a good pub next door

A deceptively roomy 300-year-old stone cottage, with front-facing windows overlooking the harbour - just a short walk up to town

A Victorian house on a 5000 acre estate, snazzily renovated and tucked down a track with a private lake, in the quieter part of Cumbria

A tranquil agriturismo within easy reach of Padua. Superb views of the Euganean Hills, chic bedrooms and fine wine to sample

Plenty of uncluttered easy space both in and out by the private pool - children love the freedom - great wine, food, and cycling country

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

Something to astound at every turn where the traditional and downright quirky collide to stunning effect. Friendly, flexible hosts too

A hugely seductive and stylish special place - with magnificent views, pool and bikes, vineyards and hilltop villages to visit

Fine contemporary interiors within this half-timbered hillside villa, built with natural materials and with a beautiful pool and jacuzzi

Take up residence in central London, surrounded by good places to eat. You have your own vast open-plan living space, light and lovely

Come for a bright, roomy, uber-green and accessible larch-clad space with garden and pond in pretty countryside

A stone building designed by Sir John Soane in the stable yard of this historic and beautiful estate with deer park and woodland gardens

A classic period property right on the river, perfectly placed to explore the delights of nearby Marlborough

Another humdinger of a hotel from a very talented team. Hand-picked art, effortlessly cool rooms, tasty local food, a sun terrace and events

A pretty cottage by the sea, with uplifting views, restful bedrooms, the beach a short hop, gorgeous walks and lively Kinsale nearby

A rare treat, 700 metres above sea level and girdled by forests, waterfalls, chestnuts and olives, this is the place to come for solace

Settle in, relax, enjoy the local food - walk the dramatically beautiful coast path, explore rich West Wales from this handsome old house

Serious art, lovely lighting, great sound system and a fat wood-burner belting out the heat at this super place for families or friends