A beautiful old building with generous windows, arched doorways and opulent interiors in the glorious countryside by a fairy tale château

Two lovely places to stay down by the shore of Clew Bay for much peace, space and modern comforts in a magical watery world

A beautifully converted dairy with a magical garden in a quiet village surrounded by lovely countryside

A foodie and friendly reinvigorated old pub, with floor to ceiling estuary views. Bring the dog and hit the coastal path

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

20 minutes’ walk from Gordes and a hop from Aix, find grownup peace and minimalism for lovers of modern style and timeless Provence

Elegant farmhouse B&B. Drawing room with a log fire, generous breakfasts with home produce, cookery courses and friendly welcoming hosts

Discover warmth, tranquillity and wonderful breakfasts behind the handsome old door of this luxurious small hotel in Lucca

An idyllic hotel-restaurant in a postcard-pretty medieval village. Warm interiors, a varied menu of local produce, masses to see and do...

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

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

An old farmhouse in a hilltop town deep in wine country, with a charming owner intent on ensuring you make the most of your stay

A joyful, inviting house on a 15-acre smallholding in Devon. Super food, gracious hosts, delightful bedrooms - leave feeling nourished

A celebration of all things Somerset in a thatched village opposite the church and close to National Trust Barrington Court and Gardens

An oh-so-special B&B in Palermo's ancient heart. This city at the edge of Europe, with its Arab-Norman-Byzantine heritage, is fascinating

Cosy Lakeland stone barn in acres of peaceful countryside for walkers, wildlife lovers and those wishing for a retreat

A small yet elegant place for couples or small groups to enjoy the open countryside, rest, join a cooking course or book a massage

A very pretty old converted cart shed at the end of a track on an organic farm, surrounded by wildlife, birds and animals in the fields