A countryside escape for 2 near Chepstow with traditional interiors and cheery wood-burner. Not suitable for children but dogs very welcome

This stately-looking former manor house set back from the road in acres of gardens serves very good food and has rustic-chic bedrooms

Wide views over the trees to the glittering loch and the hills beyond will mesmerise; interiors are calm, uncluttered and generous

A treat in any season, a place to stir your soul, yield to nature and learn how to play again - with a pretty fine roost to come home to

High above the bay of Naples, this lovely B&B could be a Fellini film set. Romantic rooms are furnished with antiques, dinner is delicious

Come for sea air, independent shops, great places to eat and this quirky cottage with plenty of room and a sunny walled garden

In an outstanding area for lovers of food and wine, here are 3 beautiful boltholes in the Alto Douro, the oldest wine region in the world

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

Gloriously green rural self-catering apartments with pool and lovely, friendly owners

A delightful old Quinta within a Quinta. Find banana trees, vines and lots of greenery within a 20-minute walk of the centre of town

A warm, inviting boutique hotel in Shrewsbury’s historic centre; potter about the medieval streets, relax in a sun-catching courtyard

A spoiling hotel for a properly grown up escape on the Chatsworth Estate. Bring your loved one and do as much or as little as you fancy

Tucked away privately in part of a spectacular listed manor house, this apartment has wonderful views across to Hartland and the sea

Vibrant, artistic barn conversion in the heart of York, a five-minute walk from the Minster. Convivial place with helpful, friendly hosts

Come for stunning views down to the bay of La Herradura and this traditional, family-focused 1990s house on three floors

A delightful home-from-home village house with large gardens and walks from the door – perfect for families

You’re wrapped in parkland here and close to the coast, gardens and war memorials. A treat of a stop-over for foodies

Gracious hosts pamper guests in their family mansion, with a wellness spa, fire-warmed lounge and four-course meals from a talented chef