In the “green heart” of Italy: great hosts, dreamy views, super pool, and food to fall in love with, including vegetarian

Tradition and comfort on the border with Wales, a welcoming country-house hotel with warm rooms, pretty gardens and delicious food

A lovely old cottage in the grounds of a Provençal mas with a delightful private courtyard, use of a large pool and a magnificent garden

A sleek, light-filled, beautifully designed, minimalist space for 4 with wrap-around views from the living room and pool

An eco B&B (minus hair shirt) in the stunning Meon Valley surrounded by woodland and wildlife - a Sawday's Community Champion

Take up residence in central London, surrounded by good places to eat. You have your own vast open-plan living space, light and lovely

A 300-year-old cottage and a secluded, magical setting next to the longest sea loch in the UK, for walkers, dreamers and nature lovers

A luxurious 1920s manor house with superbly stylish rooms, secluded gardens and a heated pool; close to the Picardy coast

A tucked-away and peaceful retreat from which to explore the beautiful Dordogne or simply to unwind and recharge

Two lovely cottages, packed with atmosphere, character and comfort in a magical timeless valley surrounded by nature

Cosy and comfortable eco cottages near to sleepy Sidmouth, where grown-ups can relax and children can play safely in the gardens

Light and sunny annexe with your own entrance in the centre of vibrant Buckfastleigh with lovely gardens, for couples plus a child or two

Go with the slow - homemade delights, no plastic anything, few mod cons - just relaxed humorous hosts and a beautiful place

Sweep along the gravel drive through lawns and specimen trees to this elegant manor house with 17th-century roots

Once a shooting lodge, this stand-alone big building was part of a medieval estate and you can still see the grassy mount and dungeon tower

A captivating place for couples and families with fabulous views, pool and foodie hosts. River water sports, markets and vineyards near

Remote wartime research station turned stylish retreat with knockout views, wild walks and a front-row seat to the weather

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance