A craft brewery in Italy? What a wonderful surprise! Three explorer-themed rooms, a brewpub, pizzeria, pool, cookery classes and events

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

Charming trulli apartments promise rustic comfort and panoramic views (horses too). Perfectly placed for exploring the area

A townhouse with a walled garden by the church in a peaceful village where friendly Scottish owners feed and look after you well

Come for the utter silence and the rare beauty of this far north-westerly landscape, teeming with wildlife. An antidote to city life

Stay in a lovely 18th-century townhouse in one of the prettiest villages on the Loire surrounded by unspoilt countryside

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

Peaceful Georgian house with beautifully proportioned rooms, sumptuous meals, swimming and tennis. Dartmoor is on the doorstep

A lovely 1650 Welsh longhouse, beamed and flagstoned with a verdant garden in a totally unspoilt spot in the Snowdonia National Park

An absolute peach of an apartment on the first floor of this iconic building with stunning views over the harbour and St Michael's Mount

A wonderful country house, a unique wine story, very luxurious rooms and suites, a spa, infinity pool and restaurant

An exquisitely restored 1850s townhouse, steeped in history, with a sweet garden and within walking distance of the historic centre of Porto

An enchanting escape immersed in nature yet only 40 minutes by train into the Eternal City for art and history-filled days

Come to be doused in nature, tradition and rare Vino Santo at this soulful retreat, girded by orchards between the Dolomites and Lake Garda

Get the full-English bucolic countryside experience at this boutique inn right in the heart of a quintessentially pretty Cotswold village

Designed with style and comfort, peaceful, sophisticated and serene with countryside views. And you have your own lovely pool

Come to restore your soul, be immersed in nature, wander paths in the lovely grounds and make memories with family or friends

A modern, architect-designed renovation of a 19th-century building, sitting in harmony with nature yet only a short drive from Bordeaux