Charming half-timbered house at the start of the Alsace wine route, with spacious rooms, tempting breakfast and a swimming pool

Contemporary boathouse for all the family. Find rock pools, a shingle beach and plenty of ozone in the salty Cornish air

A rather grand, opulent house with warm owners, interesting furniture and art and some fine Renaissance architectural elements intact

A comfy cottage for two in the quiet, leafy outskirts of Aix with easy access to the city and a kind, attentive owner nearby

A very special restored Augustinian monastery, sitting in the Monti Rognosi Nature Reserve and radiating a timeless charm

An absolutely charming former cart shed, with a magnificent view of the moated château and the park, with private sauna and shared pool

A pair of historic houses with far-reaching views of the Cotswold Hills and walks from the gate

A lodge and a cottage on an ancient wine estate, thoughtfully and eco-consciously converted with private outdoor spaces and a saltwater pool

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

At the heart of fascinating Palermo, splendid aristocratic hosts welcome you to their historic family mansion filled with heirlooms

A quirky hotel with enthusiastic owners in an authentic Andalucian town, just ten minutes up winding roads from Marbella

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

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

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

Come down to the Meon Valley and be (very gently) nudged towards a better way of living - a Sawday's Community Champion

In a Valencian resort, a captivating and hospitable place - deal for groups of family or friends too, with independence plus B&B service

You’ll find Norfolk ales, French wines and a hint of eccentricity at this old-school inn, where local food and comfy beds keep you smiling

Feather pillows, welcome goodies, an extensive batterie de cuisine... the hosts are super generous, the views are to die for