A pretty upside-down cottage, formerly a dovecote, lovingly restored with sustainability the focus

A friendly, generous, big old house with not an ounce of pretension. Big families will adore gathering here to have fun and unwind

This warm and friendly little hotel is on a mission - to give you really good food, excellent wine and a very comfortable night's sleep

This eco-friendly farmhouse in the hills of Fiesole is 10km from Florence. Good company, superb views of Tuscany, and food for the soul!

Five beautiful suites in the south wing of this fairy tale castle, filled with architectural features, family history and much grandeur

Ideal for families: pool, tennis and golf at the hotel with beach and yachting nearby. Comfortable bedrooms and a terrace for outdoor dining

A charming comfy cottage with wood burner, delicious hilly views, walks radiating from the door. We didn’t want to leave!

A gracious 17th-century manor house and a pretty Grange hidden down a tree-lined drive and with stunning views over woodlands

Tucked at the bottom of a long track and surrounded by a gorgeous natural landscape, is this generous end-slice of a 17th-century stone farm

Come for a quintessentially English country cottage tucked down a village path with wisteria in the garden and a short walk to a foodie pub

A spick and span little hideaway full of character in a manor estate cottage. Explore the gardens, walk to the beach in 25 minutes

Swings, a terrace and pool in 2 acres ringed by fields and tranquility, and lakes and vineyards beyond. Family bliss in Quercy

A friendly family-run inn, ideal for foodies and dog-walkers who love their comforts. Peaceful, remote, but with Sherborne a short drive

A sleek space designed with the majestic surroundings in mind. You have your own private barbecue area and a shared large garden

Glorious Elizabethan manor house lovingly furnished with exceptional art and antiques by its welcoming owners

Attractive country barn - great for two families sharing, for river trips, for playing in the pool, for running free

Stylish apartment overlooking a vibrant market in the old city, with restaurants and historic attractions in easy walking distance

A swish and very generous eco barn with a wood-fired hot tub and a view-filled deck close to fabulous walking in the Dales or the Lakes