An airy, art-filled house for groups of family or friends, with plenty of space, a secluded courtyard and pool near the beach

Exposed beams and stone walls mix with modern art and minimalism to give a warm yet uncluttered luxury. Stylish yet relaxing

A Georgian townhouse full of character for an epic family and friend get-together. The best of Hay is a stroll away

Lovely big room in its own wing of a Victorian farmhouse. A peaceful spot with views across fields and an elegant drawing room

A big, homely farmhouse on the Umbria/Tuscany border for family holidays filled with sunshine, outdoor frolics and good food

A 16th-century timbered riverside inn with a relaxed, rustic feel, garden cabin rooms with views and fresh seasonal and homegrown food

An important spot for this grand 19th-century château on the banks of the Loire, steeped in history and with kind, erudite owners

Delightful, rustic retreat for families, romantic couples and singles. Food, views and owners are lovely

What a setting! Gentle terraces, gardens, meadows and jaw-dropping views of Mont Blanc - just metres from Courmayeur

Near Southwold - rich colours, fresh flowers and exotica! Fields for the dogs, walled gardens for you, logs, umbrellas, digital showers...

Taste the wine, plunge into the granite pool, play billiards in the library, linger outdoors as swallows swoop – eat delicious local dishes

Enfolded in gentle Dorset hills and surrounded by trees, a perfect wooden hut for 2 near beaches, River Cottage HQ and many beautiful walks

In a commanding position surrounded by private land, this old manor house is excellently equipped and ideal for a big family holiday

Explore country markets, churches and châteaux - return to a gite in private parkland with an artist's studio on site, and a blissful pool

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

Historic buildings by a turreted manor house, beautifully renovated to welcome large parties with grounds to roam and dreamy river views

Friendly Maki and Clive's higgledy-piggledy home is a charming, special place. Rooms are cosy, Clive's cookery courses are fun and delicious

An art-filled home poised above Hastings Old Town in a wonderfully private, peaceful spot and with a lush, tropical garden