Charming cottage in a vast garden with a swimming pool and boule; walk to the nearest village, drive to Côte d'Azur in less than an hour

Two peaceful spaces in a beautiful garden with a morning concert from the birds and a terrace for magical outdoor meals

A traditional coaching inn dating from the 18th century with good food served in private and public dining rooms on the Wellington Estate

Gorgeous scenic views from this relaxed and friendly B&B tucked in a tiny hamlet in the Dordogne near Bergerac

A grand dining hall and super kitchen, perfect for big gatherings. Spot spoonbills on the salt marsh, sea swim or walk to delis and pubs

Stylishly renovated farmhouse perfect for families and friends looking for a taste of the good life where kids can run free.

A charming Andalusian 'patio house' with courtyard and roof terrace near the heart of the town and with its roots in the 14th century

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

Feel at ease in a lovely old townhouse filled with pictures and personality and including a separate loft apartment

Tiny, suite-in-the-sky, in shabby-chic style, with all you need cleverly tucked into one room. Plus heavenly terrace with city-wide views

From the delicious scented garden with its limestone pool to the cool rooms with perfect linen, this is a place for a special occasion

Come for glorious walking countryside and warm fuss-free Sally, who gives you freshly baked scones when you arrive and beautiful bedrooms

A smart village local with original timber frames, a lively bar, elegant rooms and delicious food from the fields around you

For artists, walkers and peace seekers - authentic simplicity at this mountain hideaway with an infinity pool and breathtaking views

On the doorstop, Dovedale, Buxton, Chatsworth House... Come home to snooker, books, logs, a patio with views and masses of lovely space

A lovely, spacious 1830s house in the heart of arty Westport with nearly an acre of garden, an apple orchard and the river running past

Character and quirk in this fine old cooperage overlooking the vegetable garden with its own terrace and a shared pool. Walk, cycle, explore

Come for a village feel, rural peace and boundless Portuguese countryside at this charming whitewashed home with a super terrace with views