On a quiet road leading to the sea, this sleepy village pub has been sensitively restored. Enjoy good food, sleep in comfy bedrooms

Big house with bags of character and easy access to beaches, cafés and cobbled streets, coastal paths and hidden coves

Come for an authentic French village experience in this old stone house next to the church with glorious countryside for walks and cycles

Close to Girona, with huge valley views! Cosy fires for cool days, shady corners for hot ones, lovely people, and the food a revelation

A clutch of airy properties, most with their own jasmine-scented terraces arranged around a funky pool

A pair of historic houses with far-reaching views of the Cotswold Hills and walks from the gate

This lovely, beamy, uncluttered Tuscan farmhouse with separate apartment is an elegant lodging on a vast fruitful estate with pool, and lovely owners

Perthshire country house with contemporary touches. Deer, red squirrels, tawny owls... and the river Tay glints way below through the trees

Magnificent views unfold over the glittering sea towards the Cap d'Antibes from this elegant 1750 manor filled with much art and history

Easy-going, stylish rooms, a lovely, relaxing garden with natural pool - 1hr north of Lisbon and close to some of the world’s best beaches

A tranquil cabin for two in rural countryside near arty Totnes: there are walks from the door and all of Devon is yours to explore

Unwind in elegant interiors and set out on long walks in beautiful countryside; Chichester and Winchester are near

You'll feel ensconced in the countryside in this cosy cottage with a private garden overlooking the little vineyard and a secluded pool

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

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

In the heart of a starlight reserve in a protected natural park, three authentic cottages with walks from the door for immersion in nature

Fine linens, cool pool and a barbecue for this soothing barn renovation in a dreamy corner of Tuscany. Friendly owners can cook on request

Creative owners have made a gorgeous, arty space for couples or a small group of friends; good beaches and Salcombe are close