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

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

High in the heavenly hills is this very smartly converted farm building, with underfloor heating, much glass, wood and exposed brickwork

Inland Algarve, away from the crowds – this gorgeous house with pool and gardens is a haven for families and friends

'Pinch me' views over Lake Como, a stony beach below, Varenna on your doorstep... these chic apartments are in an idyllic spot

A pretty stone single-storey house, now renovated beautifully into a comfortable hideaway with wonderful views to woodland and river

A sustainably run 1902 farmhouse and a cottage in countryside close to a wonderfully wild stretch of the North Devon coast

If you need a great place in which to relax and don’t want to pay too much for it, try these excellent suites, which spoil you all the way

A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

A big, beamed contemporary barn filled with light and surrounded by unspoilt countryside for a romantic retreat.

A smooth, contemporary space with far-reaching views, plenty of light and high ceilings for nature lovers, walkers, artists and dreamers

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